Brodovsky Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Brodovsky Foundation is a private foundation in Sacramento, California. In tax year 2025 it gave $204,710 in 61 grants; the typical grant was $1,000 and the largest $32,700. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$204,710
- Number of grants61
- Typical grant$1,000
- Largest grant$32,700
- Assets$4.5 million
- New grantees39%
Giving in 2025 was up from $187,094 the year before.
39% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a mix of repeat and new grantees.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 | $122,405 | 37 | $3.9 million |
| 2023 | $173,100 | 41 | $3.8 million |
| 2024 | $187,094 | 40 | $4.2 million |
| 2025 | $204,710 | 61 | $4.5 million |
How to apply
Brodovsky Foundation says in its IRS filing that it only makes contributions to preselected organizations, so unsolicited applications are unlikely to be considered. Organizations it funds are usually invited.
What Brodovsky Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 11 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 33 | $148,710 |
| New York | 17 | $44,600 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $2,500 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $2,050 |
| Florida | 1 | $2,000 |
| Oklahoma | 2 | $1,250 |
| Virginia | 2 | $1,200 |
| Texas | 1 | $1,000 |
| Wisconsin | 1 | $750 |
| Nevada | 1 | $450 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Individual | Religious | $32,700 |
| Individual | $31,000 | |
| Chabad of Sacramento | Religious | $30,160 |
| Shalom School | Help provide religious and educational support | $17,750 |
| American Friends of Magen David Ado | Emergency relief organization | $12,000 |
| Worldwide Friends Foundation Israel | Support lifesaving humanitarian aid | $5,200 |
| American Committee Weizmann Institu | International center of scientific research and graduate study in rehovot israel | $5,000 |
| Home of Peace | Cemetery | $5,000 |
| Kenesset Israel Torah Ctr | Funding for the center of torah learning for the community | $3,750 |
| Individual | Religious | $3,500 |
| Uc Davis Mind Institute | Educational | $3,000 |
| Friends of the Israel Defense Force | To help support soldiers of israel | $2,500 |
| Kvie | Public television | $2,500 |
| Foundation to Combat Anti-Semitism | Support the fight against anti-semitism | $2,500 |
| Hillel Foundation of Davis | To help jewish students around the world practice judaism while away at school | $2,050 |
| Antidefamation League | To help stop the defamation of the jewish people | $2,000 |
| Jewish National Fund | Organization specializing in development of israeli land and infrastructure | $2,000 |
| Chabad of Roseville | Religious | $2,000 |
| Anshei Lubavitch CH Inc | Support jewish community center | $2,000 |
| Chabad of Downtown | Religious | $2,000 |
| Hadassah | Support american jewish women's volunteer organization | $2,000 |
| Merit Spread Foundation Inc | Support for hostages and missing families | $2,000 |
| Stand With US | Support the fight against anti-semitism | $2,000 |
| Individual | $2,000 | |
| Isra Aid | Support international non-governmental humanitarian aid | $1,700 |
| Individual | Support the needs of children and families impacted by illness, trauma or loss | $1,500 |
| Birthright Israel Foundation | Provide educational first-time trips to israel for jewish young adults | $1,400 |
| Arthritis Foundation | To aid in the research for and treatment of arthritis | $1,000 |
| Individual | $1,000 | |
| American Heart Association | To aid in fighting heart disease | $1,000 |
| Memsloankettering Cancer Ctr | To help fund cancer research, treatment and education | $1,000 |
| American Cancer Society | To help fund cancer research and education | $1,000 |
| American Diabetes Association | To aid in fighting diabetes | $1,000 |
| American Assoc Ben-Gurion Universit | Help provide religious and educational support | $1,000 |
| Hebrew Free Loan Society | Interest free loans for philanthropic purposes | $1,000 |
| American Leadership Forum Mt Valley | To improve the social, economic, and political fabric of the greater sacramento region | $1,000 |
| Simon Wiesenthal Center | To aid in the fight against anti-semitism | $1,000 |
| Sutter Medical Foundation | Funding for healthy communities, enhancement of patient care, and help the needs of the growing community | $1,000 |
| The Leukemia Lymphoma Society | Cancer research | $1,000 |
| Individual | Honor sacramento's rich aviation heritage and veterans using flight to inspire young people. | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Rachael Brodovsky
- Alan Brodovsky
- Richard Brodovsky
- Ryan Brodovsky
Questions people ask
Does Brodovsky Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Brodovsky Foundation give?
$204,710 in tax year 2025, across 61 grants, with a typical grant of $1,000.
Who runs Brodovsky Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Rachael Brodovsky (2nd VP), Alan Brodovsky (President), Richard Brodovsky (1st VP) and Ryan Brodovsky (Sec/Treas).
What does Brodovsky Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, education and human services.