The Joan and Harold Feinbloom Supporting Foundation Inc
The Joan and Harold Feinbloom Supporting Foundation Inc is a Rochester, New York-based public charity that made grants to charitable organizations in the Western New York area. In 2023, it reported 22 grants totaling $304,200, with all grant dollars going to recipients in New York.
The Joan and Harold Feinbloom Supporting Foundation Inc at a glance
In short: The Joan and Harold Feinbloom Supporting Foundation Inc gave $304K across 22 grants in 2023 (avg $14K), mostly in New York. 23% of 2023 grantees were new. Source: 2023 IRS Form 990.
- Annual giving (2023)
- $304,200
- +6.5% vs 2022
- Grants made (2023)
- 22
- +10.0% vs 2022
- Average grant
- $13,827
- -3.2% vs 2022
- Median grant
- $15,000
- New grantees (estimate)
- 23% first-time grantees (5 of 22, 2023; small sample)
- Primary geography
- New York (100% of itemized 2023 grant dollars)
- Latest 990 filing
- Form 990, 2023 View filing
Data from IRS Form 990, 2023; updated October 2026. New grantees are estimated by matching recipient names across years (methodology).
How to apply to The Joan and Harold Feinbloom Supporting Foundation Inc
- Next open deadline
- February 28, 2027 (Armenian Scholarship Fund in memory of Charles J. Churukian)
- Contact
Mailing address: 500 East Avenue, Rochester, NY 14607
Phone: (585) 271-4100
Application details from Grantable's research on the foundation's public materials; confirm on its website before applying.
Open Grants
5 open opportunities from The Joan and Harold Feinbloom Supporting Foundation Inc
Armenian Scholarship Fund in memory of Charles J. Churukian
The Joan and Harold Feinbloom Supporting Foundation Inc
Amount
$4,000
Deadline
Expected ~February
Based on past cycles
Gertrude M. and Donald E. Armstrong Scholarship
The Joan and Harold Feinbloom Supporting Foundation Inc
Amount
$10,000
Deadline
Deadline not published
Harvey E. Anderson Scholarship
The Joan and Harold Feinbloom Supporting Foundation Inc
Amount
$4,000
Deadline
Expected ~February
Based on past cycles
Who The Joan and Harold Feinbloom Supporting Foundation Inc funds
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 10 recipients in 2023
The largest 2023 recipient was Research Foundation for SUNY Geneseo ($20K). Together the top 10 received $175K.
Grant Size Distribution
88 grants across all recorded years
The most common grant size was under $50K: 88 grants of 88 (100%).
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
The foundation’s 2022 filing described its grantmaking as serving charitable organizations in the Western New York area. In 2023, all reported grant dollars went to recipients in New York, including organizations in Rochester and Geneseo.
Grant Distribution by State
Share of 2023 grant dollars across all 22 itemized grants.
States
Cities
Is The Joan and Harold Feinbloom Supporting Foundation Inc open to new grantees?
23%
first-time grantees, 2023
In 2023, 5 of 22 grantees (23%) were first-time recipients. With only 22 grantees, that is a small sample: one grantee more or less moves the share by about 5 points. First grants averaged $12K; repeat grants $14K. How we count
Medians: $10K first-time, $15K repeat.
- 50% of 2023 grantees were also funded in 2022. Method
- Giving held roughly steady from 2020 to 2023 (+11%). Method
Estimate from itemized grant lists in IRS Form 990 filings (2020–2023). Recipient names are matched across years, so a renamed or misspelled grantee can look new; grants to individuals are left out. Methodology.
Giving History
Giving Over Time
Total grant dollars and number of grants per year
From 2020 to 2023, annual grant giving ranged from $274K (2020) to $306K (2021). In 2023 it made 22 grants totaling $304K.
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Research Foundation for SUNY Geneseo Geneseo, NY | The Soaring Stars Program at SUNY Geneseo | $20,000 |
| Rochester Hearing & Speech Center Rochester, NY | Learning Through Language and Movement | $20,000 |
| Rochester Philharmonic Orchestra Rochester, NY | 2022 Access to Educational Programming | $20,000 |
| The Center for Youth Services Rochester, NY | Community Navigator Support for Homeless Youth | $20,000 |
| The Children's Agenda Inc Rochester, NY | Advocacy to Support Successful Outcomes | $20,000 |
| Best Buddies New York Rochester, NY | Best Buddies School Friendship Program | $15,000 |
| Big Brothers Big Sisters of Greater Rochester Rochester, NY | Youth Mentoring and Family Support | $15,000 |
| Center for Teen Empowerment Rochester, NY | Neighborhood-Based Youth Organizing Initiative | $15,000 |
| Encompass Resources for Learning Rochester, NY | Encompass Future Ready | $15,000 |
| Garth Fagan Dance Inc Rochester, NY | GFD School Summer Movement Institute | $15,000 |
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Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
Filing type: Form 990 (a public charity).
| Filing year | Total Assets | Revenue | Expenses | Grants paid | Grants | Net Investment Income |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | — | $289,261 | $381,121 | $304,200 | 22 | $289,261 |
| 2022 | $6,502,560 | $635,073 | $396,581 | $285,600 | 20 | $635,073 |
| 2021 | $6,728,912 | $425,779 | $407,013 | $305,860 | 23 | $425,779 |
| 2020 | $5,152,701 | $420,396 | $395,950 | $273,900 | 23 | $420,396 |
Research compiled by Grantable AI from public sources. Last updated October 2026.
Mission & Focus Areas
The organization stated its mission as supporting the charitable efforts of the Rochester Area Community Foundation. Its 2022 filing described grants to various charitable organizations in Western New York, designated by the board of directors. The Rochester Area Community Foundation’s account of the foundation’s history identifies prevention of youth violence, arts and culture, and programs for school-aged children as areas supported over the years.
Examples of grantees’ work illustrate the range of organizations supported. The Children’s Agenda says it advocates for effective policies and evidence-based solutions for children’s health, education, and success. The Center for Youth Services says it partners with youth to create opportunities, remove barriers, and promote racial justice. The Rochester Philharmonic Orchestra describes its mission as inspiring, engaging, and enriching the community through music.
Grantmaking
In filing year 2023, the foundation reported 22 grants totaling $304,200. Grant amounts ranged from $6,450 to $20,000, with a median of $15,000. The largest listed grants were $20,000 each to the Research Foundation for SUNY Geneseo for its Soaring Stars Program; Rochester Hearing & Speech Center for Learning Through Language and Movement; Rochester Philharmonic Orchestra for access to educational programming; The Center for Youth Services for community navigator support for homeless youth; and The Children’s Agenda for advocacy supporting successful outcomes.
Other listed awards included $15,000 to Big Brothers Big Sisters of Greater Rochester for youth mentoring and family support, Garth Fagan Dance for its school summer movement institute, and Greater Rochester Summer Learning Association for its SummerLEAP program.
The 2022 filing stated that written grant criteria were reviewed regularly and revised as needed, and were made available on the Community Foundation website and to prospective grant seekers. It also said the board reviewed and recommended awards. No application process or deadline is specified in the available information.
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
The 2023 filing listed Joan Feinbloom as president; David Feinbloom as vice president; Jennifer Leonard as treasurer; and Barbara J. Jones, Simeon Banister, Stephen Feinbloom, Flor Colon, Lisa Rusitzky-Luxemberg, Richard A. Schwartz, and Margery Hwang as members.
The Joan and Harold Feinbloom Supporting Foundation Inc is led by Joan Feinbloom, President on every filing since 2020; none of the 11 officers listed in 2023 report compensation.
Officers on the 2023 filing
Joan Feinbloom
President
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Amy S. Vars CPA
Senior Vice President & CFO
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Barbara J. Jones
Member
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
David P. Feinbloom
Vice President
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Flor Colon
Member
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Jennifer Leonard
Treasurer
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Lisa Rusitzky-Luxemberg
Member
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Margery Hwang
Member
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Richard A. Schwartz
Member
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Stephen Feinbloom
Member
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Simeon Banister
Member
On filings since 2022
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Former officers (1)
- Former: Jeffrey Kaczorowski (2020–2021) — Member
Data from IRS Form 990 filings, 2020–2023. "On filings since" is the earliest filing we hold that lists the person; hours are average hours per week as reported.
Frequently asked questions about The Joan and Harold Feinbloom Supporting Foundation Inc
How much does The Joan and Harold Feinbloom Supporting Foundation Inc give each year?
The Joan and Harold Feinbloom Supporting Foundation Inc gave $304K across 22 grants in 2023, according to its 2023 IRS Form 990. In 2022 it gave $286K across 20 grants.
What is The Joan and Harold Feinbloom Supporting Foundation Inc's typical grant size?
The Joan and Harold Feinbloom Supporting Foundation Inc's median grant in 2023 was $15,000, and its average grant was $13,827, across 22 grants on its 2023 IRS Form 990. Organizations receiving their first grant from The Joan and Harold Feinbloom Supporting Foundation Inc that year got $12K on average.
Where does The Joan and Harold Feinbloom Supporting Foundation Inc give grants?
The Joan and Harold Feinbloom Supporting Foundation Inc gives mostly in New York: 100% of the grant dollars itemized on its 2023 IRS Form 990 went to recipients there. The most frequent recipient cities were Rochester, NY (19 grants).
Does The Joan and Harold Feinbloom Supporting Foundation Inc give general operating support?
Not in 2023: none of the 22 grants with a stated purpose on The Joan and Harold Feinbloom Supporting Foundation Inc's 2023 IRS Form 990 were described as general or operating support.
Who are The Joan and Harold Feinbloom Supporting Foundation Inc's largest grantees?
The Joan and Harold Feinbloom Supporting Foundation Inc's largest 2023 grantees include Research Foundation for SUNY Geneseo ($20,000), Rochester Hearing & Speech Center ($20,000) and Rochester Philharmonic Orchestra ($20,000), according to its 2023 IRS Form 990. Together they received 20% of its itemized 2023 grant dollars.
What does The Joan and Harold Feinbloom Supporting Foundation Inc fund?
The organization stated its mission as supporting the charitable efforts of the Rochester Area Community Foundation. Its 2022 filing described grants to various charitable organizations in Western New York, designated by the board of directors. See mission & focus areas ↑
How do I apply for a grant from The Joan and Harold Feinbloom Supporting Foundation Inc?
The Joan and Harold Feinbloom Supporting Foundation Inc has no public application process in the sources Grantable reviewed. Contact the foundation directly before submitting a request.
What is The Joan and Harold Feinbloom Supporting Foundation Inc's EIN?
The Joan and Harold Feinbloom Supporting Foundation Inc's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 22-2988808. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2020–2023.
Data last updated October 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990 filings. Research dossier generated October 2026.
Data update history
(5)
When this profile's IRS filing data changed on Grantable
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2020 (received by the IRS December 7, 2020)
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2021 (received by the IRS January 31, 2022)
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2022 (received by the IRS February 3, 2023)
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2023 (received by the IRS January 24, 2024)
- IRS filings on file for fiscal years 2020–2023
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