Wilensky Foundation
Historical FunderWorcester, Massachusetts · EIN 04-6111520 · Private foundation
Half of its grants to organizations were between $2,770 and $2,770.
How to apply
The foundation filed the following application information (Form 990-PF Part XV, tax year 2025):
| Contact | JACOB ARTHUR WHARTON |
|---|---|
| Address | 446 MAIN STREET 19TH FLOOR, WORCESTER MA 01608 |
| Phone | 5087537300 |
| JWHARTON@ WORCESTERADVISORS.COM | |
| Form and materials | APPLICATIONS SHOULD BE SUBMITTED ON 8 1/2 X 11 PAPER WITH REFERENCE TO THE TAX DEDUCTIBILITY OF THE ORGANIZATION. |
| Deadlines | NONE |
| Restrictions | CHARITABLE PURPOSES ONLY, NO POLITICAL ORGANIZATIONS |
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
91% of grants went outside Massachusetts.
Grants paid in tax year 2025
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Leukemia and Lymphoma Society | New York, NY | Disease research | $2,770 |
| The Marine Corps-Law Enforcement Fo | Tuckahoe, NY | Law enforcement | $2,770 |
| Aspca | Washington, DC | Animal protection | $2,770 |
| St Jude Children's Research Hospita | Memphis, TN | Cancer research | $2,770 |
| Marine Toys for Tots Foundation | Triangle, VA | Support of children in need | $2,770 |
| Folds of Honor | Tulsa, OK | Military family support | $2,770 |
| American Jewish World Service | New York, NY | Human rights | $2,770 |
| Little Gld of St Francis for Anim | West Cornwall, CT | Animal protection | $2,770 |
| The Cat House O N the Kings | Parlier, CA | Animal protection | $2,770 |
| Hawaii Comm Found - Maui Strong F | Honolulu, HI | Disaster and emergency preparedness | $2,770 |
| Tunnels to Tower | Staten Island, NY | Veterans support | $2,770 |
| Womens' Rights Without Frontiers in | Towson, MD | Women's rights | $2,770 |
| Neads | Princeton, MA | Service dogs for the disabled | $2,770 |
| Ninjas Fighting Lymphedema | St Louis, MO | Disease research | $2,770 |
| Rachel's Table | Worcester, MA | Food rescue | $2,770 |
| Brylan's Feat | Scottsdale, AZ | Disease treatment and research | $2,770 |
| Charlie Daniels Journey Home Projec | Mt Juliet, TN | Veterans support | $2,770 |
| Healing Towers | E Naples, FL | Disabled veterans support | $2,770 |
| Puffy Paws Kitty Haven | Englewood, FL | Cat hospice and rescue | $2,770 |
| Paws of Honor | Williamsburg, VA | Service dogs for veterans | $2,770 |
| Mission K-9 Rescue | Needeville, TX | Service dog rescue | $2,770 |
| Preborn | Indianapolis, IN | Preborn human rights | $2,770 |
| Heart of Gold Horse Sanctuary | Guerneville, CA | Horse rescue | $2,770 |
| Stronghold Rescue and Relief | Menomonee Falls, WI | Humanitarian aid for persecuted comm | $2,770 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $66,480 | 24 |
| 2024 | $66,902 | 22 |
| 2023 | $56,521 | 22 |
| 2021 | $50,695 | 23 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2025, filed May 14, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202601349349103680
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 04-6111520
- Profile updated Nov 5, 2026
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