Foundations that fund organizations in West Falls, New York
Worked out from where the grants went, not where the foundations sit.
Funding landscape for West Falls nonprofits
6 private foundations gave $774K to West Falls organizations in their latest filings; 3 of the 6 that say either way accept applications.
8 grants in total, with a typical foundation's median grant to West Falls around $10K. 5 of these funders are based in New York; the rest give here from elsewhere.
- Foundations giving here
- 6
- Accept applications
- 3
- of 6 that state a policy
- Dollars to West Falls
- $774K
- latest filings
- Grants
- 8
- Typical median grant
- $10K
- Based in NY
- 83%
- of funders listed
Funders, by dollars given to West Falls organizations
| Foundation | Based in | Grants here | Dollars here | Median | Accepts applications | Typical purposes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scott Bieler Foundation Inc | Orchard Park, NY | 3 | $734K | $321K | Preselected only | Building fund; For ground improvements; Donation |
| Cullen Foundation of Western New York Inc | Buffalo, NY | 1 | $20K | $20K | Yes | Program funds for expansion of performances & audiences |
| The Paul J Koessler Foundation Inc | Williamsville, NY | 1 | $10K | $10K | Yes | Charitable |
| Waldorf Schools of North America | Pittsburgh, PA | 1 | $7,875 | $7,875 | Preselected only | General operating |
| Orentreich Family Foundation | New York, NY | 1 | $2,000 | $2,000 | Preselected only | Charitable |
| Clement and Karen Arrison Family Charitable Foundation | Buffalo, NY | 1 | $1,000 | $1,000 | Yes | Charitable |
Source: IRS Form 990-PF Part XV, latest electronic return per foundation (2026-10-28). "Accepts applications" reflects the foundation's own checkbox on Part XV line 2. Grants to individuals excluded.
Common questions
Which foundations give to nonprofits in West Falls, New York?
Scott Bieler Foundation Inc, Cullen Foundation of Western New York Inc, The Paul J Koessler Foundation Inc, Waldorf Schools of North America, Orentreich Family Foundation and 1 others reported grants to West Falls organizations on their latest Form 990-PF.
How do I approach a foundation that doesn't accept applications?
A foundation that checks "contributes only to preselected organizations" on its 990-PF won't review a cold proposal. Look at who it funds, find a shared board member, grantee or advisor, and ask for an introduction. Foundations that accept applications usually list a contact and deadlines in Part XV; we show that text on each foundation's page.
Is this list complete?
No. It covers private foundations (Form 990-PF filers) whose latest electronic return lists at least one grant to an organization in West Falls. Community foundations and corporate giving programs file different forms and are not included yet.