The Edward H Butler Foundation
Historical FunderBuffalo, New York · EIN 16-6019785 · Private foundation
Half of its grants to organizations were between $5,000 and $15,000.
How to apply
The foundation filed the following application information (Form 990-PF Part XV, tax year 2025):
| Contact | EDWARD B RIGHTER |
|---|---|
| Address | 369 FRANKLIN STREET, BUFFALO NY 14202 |
| Phone | 7168563300 |
| Form and materials | ALL REQUESTS SHOULD INCLUDE THE AMOUNT OF THE GRANT REQUESTED AND A DESCRIPTION OF HOW THE GRANT FUNDS WILL BE USED. |
| Deadlines | JULY 31ST - GRANT REQUESTS ARE REVIEWED BY THE TRUSTEES ANNUALLY IN THE FALL. |
| Restrictions | THE TRUSTEES FOCUS PRIMARILY ON GRANT REQUESTS RECEIVED FROM ORGANIZATIONS IN BUFFALO AND THE SURROUNDING AREAS OF WESTERN NEW YORK. |
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
12% of grants went outside New York.
Grants paid in tax year 2025
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Elmwood Franklin School | Buffalo, NY | Education | $50,000 |
| One Symphony Circle | Buffalo, NY | General fund | $50,000 |
| Buffalo Center for Arts & Technology | Buffalo, NY | To support the opportunity within reach capital campaign | $40,000 |
| Water Compass | Boston, MA | General fund | $30,000 |
| Boys & Girls Club of Buffalo | Buffalo, NY | Butler mitchell house renovation | $15,000 |
| Assembly House 150 | Buffalo, NY | To support the modern city builders program | $10,000 |
| Grassroots Garden Wny | Buffalo, NY | Aid for food insecurity | $10,000 |
| The Tool Library | Buffalo, NY | Designation - to support capacity-building projects to improve operational efficiency | $10,000 |
| West Side Community Services | Buffalo, NY | General fund | $10,000 |
| Gigi's Playhouse | Buffalo, NY | General fund | $10,000 |
| Leveling the Playing Field | Washington, DC | Support of western NY chapter | $10,000 |
| 716 Squash Inc | Buffalo, NY | General fund | $5,000 |
| Old Forge Fire Department | Old Forge, NY | General fund | $5,000 |
| Old Forge Volunteer Ambulance Corps | Old Forge, NY | General fund | $5,000 |
| SPCA of Erie County | West Seneca, NY | General fund | $5,000 |
| The Zoological Society of Buffalo Foundation Inc | Buffalo, NY | General fund | $5,000 |
Grants approved for future payment
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Elmwood Franklin School | Buffalo, NY | Education | $200,000 |
| Buffalo Center for Arts & Technology | Buffalo, NY | To support the opportunity within reach capital campaign | $160,000 |
| West Side Community Services | Buffalo, NY | General fund | $10,000 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $270,000 | 19 |
| 2024 | $240,500 | 25 |
| 2023 | $242,000 | 20 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2025, filed May 15, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202621359349102662
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 16-6019785
- Profile updated Nov 6, 2026
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