The Wise Family Charitable Foundation
Invitation OnlyChester, New York · EIN 13-3861747 · Private foundation
Grants paid (2024)$124K
Organizations funded15
Typical grant$5,000
Total assets$322K
Half of its grants to organizations were between $2,500 and $10,000.
From the return
How to apply
On its return for tax year 2024 the foundation checked the box saying it only makes contributions to preselected charitable organizations and does not accept unsolicited requests for funds.
What it funds
Share of grant lines on the latest return, classified from the purpose each grant states.
Where it gives
26% of grants went outside New York.
Grants paid in tax year 2024
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bard College | Annandaleonhudson, NY | General support | $25,000 |
| NY Eye & Ear Infirmary | New York, NY | General support | $25,000 |
| University of Miami Miller School of Medicine | Coral Gables, FL | General support | $25,000 |
| New Music USA | New York, NY | General support | $10,000 |
| Harmony Program | New York, NY | General support | $5,200 |
| American Composers Orchestra | New York, NY | General support | $5,000 |
| Arts and Letters | New York, NY | General support | $5,000 |
| Concern Foundation | Los Angeles, CA | General support | $5,000 |
| Gabriela Lena Frank Creative Academy of Music | Boonville, CA | General support | $5,000 |
| Peace Club | Tivoli, NY | General support | $5,000 |
| Merce Cunningham Trust | New York, NY | General support | $2,500 |
| Ps 21 Inc | Chatham, NY | General support | $2,500 |
| Luna Composition Lab | New York, NY | General support | $2,000 |
| Act Through Music Inc | Glen Spey, NY | General support | $1,000 |
| Penny Lane Centers | North Hills, CA | General support | $600 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $123,800 | 15 |
| 2023 | $86,625 | 14 |
| 2022 | $126,250 | 18 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2024, filed Mar 11, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202620709349100022
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 13-3861747
- Profile updated Nov 8, 2026
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