Joel Bess Charity Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
Joel Bess Charity Foundation Inc is a private foundation in Los Angeles, California. In tax year 2023 it gave $147,409 in 8 grants; the typical grant was $7,800 and the largest $73,039. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2023.
- Grants paid, 2023$147,409
- Number of grants8
- Typical grant$7,800
- Largest grant$73,039
- Assets$175,382
How to apply
Joel Bess Charity Foundation Inc 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 Joel Bess Charity Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 6 | $135,409 |
| New York | 2 | $12,000 |
Grants paid in 2023
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Small Donations to Various 501c3 cl | To assist other philanthropic 501c3 organizations with their exempt purpose. | $73,039 |
| Congregation Levy Yitzch | Charitable Donation | $30,000 |
| Link Kollel The Westside | Charitable Donation | $11,000 |
| Valley Torah High | To enhance religious education of Jewish children. | $8,600 |
| Ou Ncsy Yachad | Charitable Donation | $7,000 |
| TCF Bais Chesed LA | Charitable Donation | $7,000 |
| Beis Medrash of Hancock Park | Charitable Donation | $5,770 |
| Individual | To enhance and increase the religiosity of Jewish education. | $5,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Joel Bess
- Dena Bess
- Yosef Manela
Questions people ask
Does Joel Bess Charity Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Joel Bess Charity Foundation Inc give?
$147,409 in tax year 2023, across 8 grants, with a typical grant of $7,800.
Who runs Joel Bess Charity Foundation Inc?
Its 2023 filing lists Joel Bess (Director), Dena Bess (Director) and Yosef Manela (Director).
What does Joel Bess Charity Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities and education.