Fineberg Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Fineberg Foundation is a private foundation in Los Angeles, California. In tax year 2025 it gave $1.1 million in 13 grants; the typical grant was $95,000 and the largest $200,000. 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$1.1 million
- Number of grants13
- Typical grant$95,000
- Largest grant$200,000
- Assets$34.3 million
- New grantees36%
Giving in 2025 was up from $900,000 the year before.
36% 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $1.0 million | 11 | $29.5 million |
| 2024 | $900,000 | 12 | $31.1 million |
| 2025 | $1.1 million | 13 | $34.3 million |
How to apply
Fineberg 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 Fineberg Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its US grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to California. It also paid $100,000 in 1 grant to recipients outside the US.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 7 | $580,000 |
| New Jersey | 2 | $215,000 |
| New York | 3 | $190,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Individual | Community benefit | $200,000 |
| American FRDS of United Jewish Appe | Community benefit | $200,000 |
| The Young Eisner Scholars | Education | $150,000 |
| Jewish National Fund | community benefit | $150,000 |
| Children's Hospital Los Angeles | Community Benefit | $100,000 |
| Sunnybrook Foundation | Community benefit | $100,000 |
| Hirshberg Foundation | research | $95,000 |
| Global Jewish Assistance Relief Net | Community benefit | $30,000 |
| The UCLA Foundation | Educational | $15,000 |
| Individual | Community benefit | $15,000 |
| Living Beauty Cancer Foundation | Community Benefit | $10,000 |
| Fulfillment Fund | Community benefit | $10,000 |
| American Friends of Jamaica | Community benefit | $10,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Rodney Chase
- Harvey Glasner
- Malka Stromer
- Ian Glasner
- Mark Chase
- Michael Chase
- Michelle Chase
- Maxwell Chase
- Scott Chase
- Masha Chase
- Noah Stromer
- Rochelle Kaminisky Glasner
- Adena Glasner
Questions people ask
Does Fineberg Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Fineberg Foundation give?
$1.1 million in tax year 2025, across 13 grants, with a typical grant of $95,000.
Who runs Fineberg Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Rodney Chase (Trustee), Harvey Glasner (Trustee), Malka Stromer (Trustee) and Ian Glasner (Trustee) among 13 officers and trustees.
What does Fineberg Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, education and international.