Private foundation · EIN 59-2390240 · Miami, Florida · Philanthropy & grantmaking

Mitchell Wolfson Sr Foundation

Should you approach them?

Don't send a cold proposal. The foundation reports that it only gives to preselected organizations; an introduction through a current grantee or board member is the realistic route.

From the 2024 Form 990-PF: 31 grants paid, $12M total, median $10K. 74% of grants stayed in Florida.

Accepts applications
No
per 990-PF Part XV
Grants paid, 2024
31
$12M
Median grant
$10K
Stays in FL
74%
of grants
Deadline
—
Assets
$267M

Grants paid in 2024

31 grants, all shown · from Form 990-PF Part XV

RecipientPurposeAmount
Miami Dade College Foundation IncMiami, FLTo serve as a direct support oranization, as defined in section 1004.70 of the florida statues, of miami dade college, which is legally sep…$9.2M
University of Miami School of MedicineMiami, FLTo fund medical education in south florida.$1.1M
Miami Jewish Health Systems IncMiami, FLTo provide compassionate healthcare through a full range of quality services.$573K
Mount Sinai Medical Center IncMiami Beach, FLThe medical center supervises and coordinates policies and fundraising activities and administers investments for entities of the mount sin…$229K
The Miami Foundation IncMiami, FLTo strengthen miami through philanthropy, leadership, and community engagement.$57K
Miami City BalletMiami Beach, FLTo produce and present world-class dance, train aspiring dancers through a distinctive blend of classical and balanchine techniques, and ma…$50K
Florida International University Foundation IncMiami, FLTo encourage, solicit, receive and administer gifts and bequests of property and funds for scientific, educational and charitable purposes…$39K
Childrens Burn FoundationOrlando, FLTo assist children who have been severly burned while educating communities in ca & across the globe on how to prevent and treat burns.$33K
Temple Beth AmPinecrest, FLTo embrace jewish life.$31K
Artis-Naples IncNaples, FLDedicated to creating and presenting world-class visual and performing arts. through our multidisciplinary offerings, we inspire, educate,…$25K
Florida House Washington DC IncWashington, DCFlorida house is the state embassy that connects, celbrates, and champions florida to the world.$23K
Baptist Health Foundation IncCoral Gables, FLTo provide funds in the form of gifts, grants, and services to baptist health and other charitable organizations in furtherance of their sc…$13K
Camillus House IncMiami, FLProvide food, shelter & svcs to homeless/indigent.$11K
American Friends of the Palazzo DucaleMiami, FLTo raise funds and provide support for the restoration, preservation, and promotion of the palazzo ducale, likely with a focus on its histo…$10K
American Journalism Project IncWashington, DCA venture philanthropy dedicated to building non-profit local news across the united states.$10K
Cristo Rey Miami High School IncNorth Miami, FLTo provide a rigorous college preparatory education with a relevant work-study experience to students of limited economic means, shaping th…$10K
Herman Ostrow School of Dentristy of USCLos Angeles, CATo provide education, scholarship, and outreach that improves oral, dental, craniofacial, and general health.$10K
Friends of CareMiami, FLTo help provide the "extras" that make care special for teachers and students.$5,000
Myriad USA IncNew York, NYTo facilitate thoughtful, effective giving across borders.$5,000
St Jude Childrens Research HospitalMemphis, TNTo advance cures, and means of prevention, for pediatric catastrophic diseases.$5,000
Adriene Arsht CenterMiami, FLTo create meaningful community-building experiences for the citizens of miami-dade county and south florida through active learning and liv…$2,500
Sun Valley Center for the Arts IncKetchum, IDTo enrich our community through transformative arts and educational experiences.$2,500
Bard Graduate CenterNew York, NYTo support the study of the decorative arts, design history, and material culture.$2,000
The Education FundNorth Miami, FLTo promote education.$2,000
Various Public Charities (charitable Contributions Reported on K1s)Miami, FLTo provide assistance to charities.$1,048
Down Syndrome Association of MiamiMiami, FLTo educate the miami-dade community about down syndrome and promote positive acceptance of individuals with down syndrome.$1,000
Matt & Lisa Allen Family FoundationMiami Shores, FLTo empower underserved youth in south florida by providing access to education, healthcare, and mentorship.$1,000
Pave IncMiami, FLTo give families a voice and a choice in the vision for education in washington, dc.$1,000
Stonewall Library and Archives IncFort Lauderdale, FLTo provide with cultural and educational resource center preserving gay, lesbian, bisexual and transgender heritage.$1,000
The Cleo Institute IncMiami, FLTo climate crisis education and advocacy.$1,000
The Grolier ClubNew York, NYTo foster the study, collecting, and appreciation of books and works on paper, their art, history, production, and commerce.$1,000

By state: Florida 23 · District of Columbia 2 · California 1 · New York 3 · Tennessee 1 · Idaho 1

About this foundation

Mitchell Wolfson Sr Foundation is a private grantmaking foundation in Miami, Florida, administered in care of Akerman Senterfitt, tax-exempt since 1989. Private foundations must pay out roughly 5% of their assets each year, mostly as grants to 501(c)(3) public charities.

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Does Mitchell Wolfson Sr Foundation accept grant applications?

No. On its 2024 Form 990-PF the foundation checked that it only makes contributions to preselected organizations. Look for an introduction through a current grantee.

How much does Mitchell Wolfson Sr Foundation give each year?

In tax year 2024 it paid $12M across 31 grants, a median of $10K.

Where does Mitchell Wolfson Sr Foundation give?

Florida (23 grants), District of Columbia (2 grants), California (1 grants) and elsewhere, per its latest filing.

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