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Frank And Barbara Axel Foundation is a private trust based in STAMFORD, CT. The foundation received its IRS ruling in 2019. The principal officer is Citrin. It holds total assets of $765K. Annual income is reported at $170K. Total assets have decreased from $987K in 2019 to $765K in 2024. The foundation is governed by 3 officers and trustees. The foundation operates in the area of philanthropy & grantmaking. According to its most recent filing, the foundation only makes contributions to preselected charitable organizations. Tax records are available from 2020 to 2024. The foundation primarily funds organizations in New York, Connecticut and Virginia. According to available records, Frank And Barbara Axel Foundation has made 84 grants totaling $190K, with a median grant of $2K. Annual giving has grown from $35K in 2021 to $46K in 2023. Grantmaking activity was highest in 2022 with $108K distributed across 42 grants. Individual grants have ranged from $500 to $10K, with an average award of $2K. The foundation has supported 43 unique organizations. The foundation primarily supports organizations in New York, Connecticut, District of Columbia, which account for 80% of all grants. Grantmaking reaches organizations across 8 states. Contributions to this foundation are tax-deductible.
Smallest Grant
$500
Median Grant
$1K
Average Grant
$2K
Largest Grant
$10K
Based on 20 grants from the most recent 990-PF filing.
No program descriptions are available for this foundation. Many private foundations report program activities in their annual 990-PF filings — check the Tax Filings section below for the most recent filing.
Frank And Barbara Axel Foundation primarily funds organizations in the area of philanthropy & grantmaking. Based on available records, the foundation has funded 84 grants. Its grantmaking reaches organizations primarily in NY, CT, DC.
Frank And Barbara Axel Foundation has distributed a total of $190K across 84 grants. The median grant size is $2K, with an average of $2K. Individual grants have ranged from $500 to $10K.
Frank And Barbara Axel Foundation typically selects its grantees rather than accepting unsolicited proposals.
Frank And Barbara Axel Foundation is headquartered in STAMFORD, CT. While based in CT, the foundation distributes grants to organizations across 8 states.
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| Name | Title | Compensation | Benefits | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jacob Axel | TRUSTEE | $0 | $0 | N/A |
| Barbara Axel | TRUSTEE | $0 | $0 | N/A |
| Franklin B Axel | TRUSTEE | $0 | $0 | N/A |
Total Giving
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Total Assets
$765K
Fair Market Value
N/A
Net Worth
$765K
Grants Paid
N/A
Contributions
N/A
Net Investment Income
N/A
Distribution Amount
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Total Grants
84
Total Giving
$190K
Average Grant
$2K
Median Grant
$2K
Unique Recipients
43
Most Common Grant
$1K
of 2023 grantees were first-time recipients
| Recipient | Location | Amount | Year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Westchester Community CollegePROGRAM SUPPORT | Valhalla, NY | $5K | 2023 |
| Hospital For Special SurgeryPROGRAM SUPPORT | New York, NY | $5K | 2023 |
| American Jewish Joint Distribution CommPROGRAM SUPPORT | New York, NY | $5K | 2023 |
| St Jude Children'S Research HospitalPROGRAM SUPPORT | Memphis, TN | $5K | 2023 |
| Mazon A Jewish Response To HungerPROGRAM SUPPORT | Los Angeles, CA | $3K | 2023 |
| UdaPROGRAM SUPPORT | San Diego, CA | $3K | 2023 |
| Yad VashemPROGRAM SUPPORT | Jerusalem | $3K | 2023 |
| Museum Of Jewish HeritagePROGRAM SUPPORT | New York, NY | $2K | 2023 |
| Channel ThirteenPROGRAM SUPPORT | New York, NY | $2K | 2023 |
| Environmental Defense FundPROGRAM SUPPORT | Washington, DC | $2K | 2023 |
| Plan InternationalPROGRAM SUPPORT | Providence, RI | $1K | 2023 |
| Best FriendsPROGRAM SUPPORT | New York, NY | $1K | 2023 |
| Ct Humane SocietyPROGRAM SUPPORT | Westport, CT | $1K | 2023 |
| Diane Fossey Gorilla FundPROGRAM SUPPORT | Atlanta, GA | $1K | 2023 |
| Inspirica IncPROGRAM SUPPORT | Stamford, CT | $1K | 2023 |
| Leukemia & Lymphoma SocietyPROGRAM SUPPORT | Rye Brook, NY | $1K | 2023 |
| Aclu Foundation IncPROGRAM SUPPORT | New York, NY | $1K | 2023 |
| Sierra ClubPROGRAM SUPPORT | New York, NY | $1K | 2023 |
| The Ferguson LibraryPROGRAM SUPPORT | Stamford, CT | $1K | 2023 |
| National Wildlife FederationPROGRAM SUPPORT | Reston, VA | $1K | 2023 |
| Habitat For HumanityPROGRAM SUPPORT | Stratford, CT | $500 | 2023 |
| Nature ConservancyPROGRAM SUPPORT | Arlington, VA | $500 | 2023 |
| Stamford Ct Hospital FoundationPROGRAM SUPPORT | Stamford, CT | $5K | 2022 |
| Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer CenterPROGRAM SUPPORT | New York, NY | $5K | 2022 |
| American Society For Yad VashemPROGRAM SUPPORT | New York, NY | $5K | 2022 |
| Conservative Synagogue Of WestportPROGRAM SUPPORT | Westport, CT | $3K | 2022 |
| Wildlife Conservation SocietyPROGRAM SUPPORT | Bronx, NY | $2K | 2022 |
| Planned Parenthood Federation Of AmericaPROGRAM SUPPORT | Washington, DC | $2K | 2022 |
| Friends Of Israel Defense ForcesPROGRAM SUPPORT | New York, NY | $2K | 2022 |