EL-Hai Foundation
Preselected recipients only
EL-Hai Foundation is a private foundation in West Hills, California. In tax year 2025 it gave $233,000 in 7 grants; the typical grant was $30,000 and the largest $80,000. 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$233,000
- Number of grants7
- Typical grant$30,000
- Largest grant$80,000
- Assets$78
Giving in 2025 was up from $10,000 the year before.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $10,000 | 1 | $150,000 |
| 2025 | $233,000 | 7 | $78 |
How to apply
EL-Hai 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 EL-Hai Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its US grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to California. It also paid $83,000 in 3 grants to recipients outside the US.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 1 | $80,000 |
| New York | 2 | $60,000 |
| Florida | 1 | $10,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Individual | Support orphans and widows by providing financial aid, education, and essential resources to improve their well-being and self-sufficiency. | $80,000 |
| Individual | Support orphans and widows by providing financial aid, education, and essential resources to improve their well-being and self-sufficiency. | $40,000 |
| Pef Israel Endowment Funds Inc | Support orphans and widows by providing financial aid, education, and essential resources to improve their well-being and self-sufficiency. | $40,000 |
| Individual | Support orphans and widows by providing financial aid, education, and essential resources to improve their well-being and self-sufficiency. | $30,000 |
| American Friends of Hidabroot | Support orphans and widows by providing financial aid, education, and essential resources to improve their well-being and self-sufficiency. | $20,000 |
| Individual | Support orphans and widows by providing financial aid, education, and essential resources to improve their well-being and self-sufficiency. | $13,000 |
| Individual | Support orphans and widows by providing financial aid, education, and essential resources to improve their well-being and self-sufficiency. | $10,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Hillel Benizri
Questions people ask
Does EL-Hai Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does EL-Hai Foundation give?
$233,000 in tax year 2025, across 7 grants, with a typical grant of $30,000.
Who runs EL-Hai Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Hillel Benizri (Ceo).
What does EL-Hai Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education and international.