Eastern European Jewish Heritage Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Eastern European Jewish Heritage Foundation is a private foundation in Palo Alto, California. In tax year 2024 it gave $817,160 in 6 grants; the typical grant was $114,605 and the largest $347,750. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$817,160
- Number of grants6
- Typical grant$114,605
- Largest grant$347,750
- Assets$11,735
- New grantees100%
Giving in 2024 was down from $1.5 million the year before.
100% of its 2024 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a sign it is open to new organizations.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $1.5 million | 7 | $10,928 |
| 2024 | $817,160 | 6 | $11,735 |
How to apply
Eastern European Jewish Heritage 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 Eastern European Jewish Heritage Foundation funds
Where it gives
All of its US grants went to recipients in California. It also paid $676,950 in 5 grants to recipients outside the US.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 1 | $140,210 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Emih Bokor | To help the local jewish community with programs to support and maintain their everyday life of religious community, services, items, and education. | $347,750 |
| Emih Budapesti Hitkozseg | To help the local jewish community with programs to support and maintain their everyday life of religious community, services, items, and education. | $195,800 |
| Askenaz Judaica Artifact Estate | To acquire, renovate, and preserve old jewish artifacts and antiques, and to make them accessible for public education, appreciation, and cultural enrichment. | $140,210 |
| Emih Ujlipotvarosi Hitkozseg | To help the local jewish community with programs to support and maintain their everyday life of religious community, services, items, and education. | $89,000 |
| Oloesz KFT Baross Utca 61 | Maintenance of jewish refugee camp for ukrainian refugees. The money was spent on food, supply and housing. | $34,000 |
| Oloesz KFT Baross Utca 62 | Maintenance of jewish refugee camp for ukrainian refugees. The money was spent on food, supply and housing. | $10,400 |
Officers and trustees
- Slomo Koves
- Balint Nogradi
- Gabor Szecsi
Questions people ask
Does Eastern European Jewish Heritage Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Eastern European Jewish Heritage Foundation give?
$817,160 in tax year 2024, across 6 grants, with a typical grant of $114,605.
Who runs Eastern European Jewish Heritage Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Slomo Koves (President), Balint Nogradi (Treasurer) and Gabor Szecsi (Secretary).
What does Eastern European Jewish Heritage Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, education and international.