Thelma West for Charities T W
Invitation OnlyBuffalo, New York · EIN 23-7914975 · Private foundation
Grants paid (2025)$101K
Organizations funded11
Typical grant$10,137
Total assets$2.3M
Half of its grants to organizations were between $10,137 and $10,137.
From the return
How to apply
On its return for tax year 2025 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
81% of grants went outside New York.
Grants paid in tax year 2025
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Foundation for AIDS Research | New York, NY | Medical | $10,137 |
| The Salvation Army | West Nyack, NY | Charitable | $10,137 |
| Alexander Hamilton Memorial Free Li | Waynesboro, PA | Charitable | $10,137 |
| Waynesboro YMCA | Waynesboro, PA | Charitable | $10,137 |
| Christ United Methodist Church | Waynesboro, PA | Religious | $10,137 |
| The Pennsylvania State University Office of Gift Acceptance | State College, PA | Educational | $10,137 |
| United Way of Franklin County Amy Hicks Executive Director | Chambersburg, PA | Charitable | $10,137 |
| Investment & Trust Acct Mgr | Tampa, FL | Medical | $10,137 |
| Arthritis Foundation Trusts and Estate Settlement | Atlanta, GA | Medical | $10,137 |
| Renfrew Committee Inc | Waynesboro, PA | Charitable | $5,069 |
| Buttonwood Nature Center | Waynesboro, PA | Charitable | $5,069 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $101,371 | 11 |
| 2024 | $95,909 | 11 |
| 2023 | $98,229 | 11 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2025, filed May 11, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202611319349103806
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 23-7914975
- Profile updated Nov 6, 2026
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