The Louise and Henry Epstein Family
The Louise and Henry Epstein Family is a private foundation located in Rochester, New York. Its 2026 filing reports grants to charitable organizations, primarily in New York, including organizations working in performing arts, education, public radio, health services, and other areas.
The Louise and Henry Epstein Family at a glance
In short: The Louise and Henry Epstein Family gave $19K across 23 grants in 2026 (avg $826.304), mostly in New York. Source: 2026 IRS Form 990-PF.
- Annual giving (2026)
- $19,005
- +19.1% vs 2025
- Grants made (2026)
- 23
- +0.0% vs 2025
- Average grant
- $826
- +19.1% vs 2025
- Median grant
- $100
- Total assets
- $54,161
- -28.0% vs 2025
- Primary geography
- New York (99% of itemized 2026 grant dollars)
- Latest 990 filing
- Form 990-PF, 2026 View filing
Data from IRS Form 990-PF, 2026; updated October 2026.
How to apply to The Louise and Henry Epstein Family
- Accepts unsolicited proposals
- No
- How to Apply
-
The foundation states in its 2025 filing that it makes contributions only to preselected charitable organizations and does not accept unsolicited requests for funds.
- Contact
Mailing address: 137 Heatherstone Lane, Rochester, NY 14618
Phone: (585) 385-1111
Application details from Grantable's research on the foundation's public materials; confirm on its website before applying.
Who The Louise and Henry Epstein Family funds
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 10 recipients in 2026
The largest 2026 recipient was Rochester Philharmonic Orchestra ($5K). Together the top 10 received $18K.
Grant Size Distribution
105 grants across all recorded years
The most common grant size was under $50K: 105 grants of 105 (100%).
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
The 2026 filing reports that 99% of grant dollars went to recipients in New York and 1% to recipients in Washington, DC. Named recipients include organizations in Rochester and other New York locations, as well as the US Holocaust Memorial Museum in Washington, DC.
Grant Distribution by State
Share of 2026 grant dollars across all 23 itemized grants.
Cities
How The Louise and Henry Epstein Family gives
- 74% of 2026 grantees were also funded in 2025. Method
- Giving held roughly steady from 2023 to 2026 (−15%). Method
- In 2026 it paid out 714% of its IRS minimum distribution (the 5% rule). Method
Estimate from itemized grant lists in IRS Form 990-PF filings (2026). 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 2021 to 2026, annual grant giving ranged from $2K (2021) to $22K (2023). In 2026 it made 23 grants totaling $19K.
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Rochester Philharmonic Orchestra Rochester, NY | Performing Arts | $5,000 |
| Rit - LWE Materials Fund Rochester, NY | Education | $5,000 |
| WXXI Public Broadcasting Rochester, NY | Public Radio | $2,500 |
| Jewish Home Foundation Rochester, NY | Health Services | $2,000 |
| Jewish Federation of Greater Rochester Rochester, NY | Health Services | $2,000 |
| Chabad Lubavitch Rochester NY Rochester, NY | Unrestricted for Charitable Operations | $450 |
| Intervol Rochester, NY | Medical Services | $200 |
| Memorial Art Gallery Rochester, NY | Arts/Artists | $200 |
| Rochester Regional Health Foundation Rochester, NY | Health Services | $200 |
| Brighton Volunteer Ambulence Rochester, NY | Health Services | $150 |
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Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
| Filing year | Total Assets | Revenue | Expenses | Grants paid | Grants | Qualifying Distributions | Net Investment Income | Distributable Amount |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | $54,161 | $-136 | $20,943 | $19,005 | 23 | $20,655 | $2,252 | $2,894 |
| 2025 | $75,240 | $-3,043 | $18,073 | $15,955 | 23 | $17,605 | $2,696 | $3,538 |
| 2024 | $96,356 | $-1,661 | $15,588 | $13,038 | 24 | $14,638 | $2,957 | $4,271 |
| 2023 | $113,605 | $-402 | $26,122 | $22,415 | 31 | $24,065 | $2,503 | $5,061 |
| 2022 | $140,129 | $142,704 | $6,529 | $4,638 | 4 | $4,663 | $102,391 | $2,868 |
| 2021 | $3,954 | $86 | $3,660 | $2,000 | 2 | — | — | $286 |
Under IRS private-foundation payout rules, The Louise and Henry Epstein Family reported a distributable amount of $3K for 2026 — the minimum it must pay out in qualifying distributions.
Research compiled by Grantable AI from public sources. Last updated September 2026.
Mission & Focus Areas
No mission statement for the foundation is provided. Its 2026 grants include support designated for performing arts, education, public radio, health services, medical services, and arts and artists.
Among the organizations it supported, the Rochester Philharmonic Orchestra says it works to ensure the continued availability of high-quality live orchestral performances in the Rochester community. InterVol describes its vision as connecting people, materials, opportunities, and needs for mutual benefit. Foodlink says it uses food to address hunger and build healthier communities. These are the grantees’ stated missions, not the foundation’s.
Grantmaking
In filing year 2026, the foundation reported 23 grants totaling $19,005. Grant amounts ranged from $100 to $5,000, with a median of $100.
The largest reported grants included $5,000 each to the Rochester Philharmonic Orchestra for performing arts and the RIT - LWE Materials Fund for education; $2,500 to WXXI Public Broadcasting for public radio; and $2,000 each to Jewish Home Foundation and Jewish Federation of Greater Rochester for health services. Other reported recipients included Chabad Lubavitch Rochester NY ($450), InterVol ($200), Memorial Art Gallery ($200), Rochester Regional Health Foundation ($200), Brighton Volunteer Ambulance ($150), and the US Holocaust Memorial Museum ($105).
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
The 2026 filing lists Louise W Epstein as president, treasurer, and secretary. It lists Geoffrey Epstein, Neil Epstein, and Steven Epstein as directors.
The Louise and Henry Epstein Family is led by Louise W. Epstein, President, Treasurer & Sec'y on every filing since 2021; none of the 4 officers listed in 2026 report compensation.
Officers on the 2026 filing
Louise W. Epstein
President, Treasurer & Sec'y
On filings since 2021
No compensation reported
Geoffrey Epstein
Director
On filings since 2021
No compensation reported
Neil Epstein
Director
On filings since 2021
No compensation reported
Steven Epstein
Director
On filings since 2021
No compensation reported
Data from IRS Form 990 filings, 2021–2026. "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 Louise and Henry Epstein Family
How much does The Louise and Henry Epstein Family give each year?
The Louise and Henry Epstein Family gave $19K across 23 grants in 2026, according to its 2026 IRS Form 990-PF. In 2025 it gave $16K across 23 grants.
What is The Louise and Henry Epstein Family's typical grant size?
The Louise and Henry Epstein Family's median grant in 2026 was $100, and its average grant was $826, across 23 grants on its 2026 IRS Form 990-PF.
Where does The Louise and Henry Epstein Family give grants?
The Louise and Henry Epstein Family gives mostly in New York: 99% of the grant dollars itemized on its 2026 IRS Form 990-PF went to recipients there. The most frequent recipient cities were Rochester, NY (19 grants).
Does The Louise and Henry Epstein Family give general operating support?
Occasionally: 9% of The Louise and Henry Epstein Family's 2026 grants with a stated purpose (2 of 23) were for general or operating support, per its 2026 IRS Form 990-PF. Recurring purposes include "Health Services" (8 grants) and "Education" (4 grants).
Who are The Louise and Henry Epstein Family's largest grantees?
The Louise and Henry Epstein Family's largest 2026 grantees include Rochester Philharmonic Orchestra ($5,000), Rit - LWE Materials Fund ($5,000) and WXXI Public Broadcasting ($2,500), according to its 2026 IRS Form 990-PF. Together they received 66% of its itemized 2026 grant dollars.
How large is The Louise and Henry Epstein Family?
The Louise and Henry Epstein Family reported $54K in total assets on its 2026 IRS Form 990-PF. It paid out $21K in qualifying distributions that year, against a required minimum of $3K (roughly 5% of its investment assets).
What does The Louise and Henry Epstein Family fund?
No mission statement for the foundation is provided. Its 2026 grants include support designated for performing arts, education, public radio, health services, medical services, and arts and artists. See mission & focus areas ↑
How do I apply for a grant from The Louise and Henry Epstein Family?
The foundation states in its 2025 filing that it makes contributions only to preselected charitable organizations and does not accept unsolicited requests for funds. Eligibility and process details are in the grantmaking section of this profile. See how to apply ↑
What is The Louise and Henry Epstein Family's EIN?
The Louise and Henry Epstein Family's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 16-1459717. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2021–2026.
Does The Louise and Henry Epstein Family accept unsolicited proposals?
No, according to Grantable's research on the foundation's published guidelines. See how to apply ↑
Data last updated October 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990-PF filings. Research dossier generated September 2026.
Data update history
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When this profile's IRS filing data changed on Grantable
- Added Form 990-PF for fiscal year 2026 (received by the IRS July 27, 2026)
- IRS filings on file for fiscal years 2021–2025
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