Philene Foundation
Historical FunderPalm Beach, Florida · EIN 11-3520681 · Private foundation
Half of its grants to organizations were between $2,500 and $15,000.
How to apply
The foundation filed the following application information (Form 990-PF Part XV, tax year 2025):
| Contact | HELEN HERZIG |
|---|---|
| Address | 225 MIRO PLACE 418, PORT WASHIGTON NY 11050 |
| Phone | 5166210200 |
| Form and materials | WRITTEN - DESCRIBING ACTIVITIES OF ORGANIZATION |
| Deadlines | NONE |
| Restrictions | NO AWARDS TO INDIVIDUALS |
Copied as filed. Deadlines on a tax return describe the foundation's usual process; they are not confirmation of a current open cycle.
What it funds
Share of grant lines on the latest return, classified from the purpose each grant states.
Where it gives
85% of grants went outside Florida.
Grants paid in tax year 2025
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| NYU Institute of Fine Arts | New York, NY | General | $20,000 |
| Archeological Institute of America | Boston, MA | Education | $15,000 |
| Bowdoin College | Brunswick, ME | Education | $15,000 |
| American Kidney Fund | Melville, NY | General | $15,000 |
| Lakes Environment Association | Bridgton, ME | General | $10,000 |
| American Jewish Committee | New York, NY | General | $7,500 |
| Alport Syndrome Foundation | Scottsdale, AZ | General | $7,500 |
| Green Vale School | Glen Head, NY | Education | $5,000 |
| The Community Chest of Port Washing | Port Washington, NY | General | $5,000 |
| Norton Museum of Art | West Palm Beach, FL | General | $5,000 |
| Brooklyn Academy of Music | Brooklyn, NY | General | $2,500 |
| The Flagler Museum | Palm Beach, FL | General | $2,500 |
| Center for Book Arts | New York, NY | General | $2,000 |
| Carnegie Hill Neighbors Inc | New York, NY | General | $500 |
The return also lists 5 grants to individuals ($30,500). We do not publish the names of individual recipients.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $143,000 | 19 |
| 2024 | $183,000 | 25 |
| 2023 | $59,250 | 13 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2025, filed Jun 2, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202601539349100510
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 11-3520681
- Profile updated Nov 6, 2026
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