The Yaspan-Unterberg Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
The Yaspan-Unterberg Foundation Inc is a private foundation in Santa Monica, California. In tax year 2025 it gave $112,150 in 49 grants; the typical grant was $700 and the largest $25,000. 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$112,150
- Number of grants49
- Typical grant$700
- Largest grant$25,000
- Assets$1.3 million
- New grantees39%
Giving in 2025 was down from $114,325 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $181,760 | 56 | $1.2 million |
| 2024 | $114,325 | 41 | $1.2 million |
| 2025 | $112,150 | 49 | $1.3 million |
How to apply
The Yaspan-Unterberg 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 The Yaspan-Unterberg Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 9 states, the most to New York.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 20 | $58,000 |
| California | 16 | $28,650 |
| District of Columbia | 7 | $10,500 |
| Florida | 1 | $7,500 |
| Virginia | 1 | $5,000 |
| Maryland | 1 | $1,000 |
| Alabama | 1 | $500 |
| Arizona | 1 | $500 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $500 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| UJA Federation of New York | General | $25,000 |
| Temple Sinai | General | $10,500 |
| Hillel of Broward and Palm Beach | General | $7,500 |
| Jewish Federation - la | General | $7,500 |
| ALS Association | General | $5,000 |
| Big Brothers Big Sisters of Westchester County | General | $5,000 |
| Blood Cancer United | General | $5,000 |
| Childrens Hospital of la | General | $5,000 |
| Temple Judea | General | $4,400 |
| NCJW - Peninsula Section | General | $3,000 |
| NCJW | General | $3,000 |
| Alzheimer's Los Angeles | General | $2,500 |
| Widowednotalone Inc | General | $2,500 |
| Lets Get Ready | General | $2,000 |
| Michael J Fox Foundation | General | $2,000 |
| Wish Charter Schools | General | $1,800 |
| American Legion Palisades Post 283 | General | $1,000 |
| American Red Cross Los Angeles | General | $1,000 |
| Anti Defamation League la | General | $1,000 |
| Blythesdale Childrens Hospital | General | $1,000 |
| Cystic Fibrosis Foundation | General | $1,000 |
| Direct Relief | General | $1,000 |
| Literacy Inc | General | $1,000 |
| White Plains Hospital Center | General | $1,000 |
| Dristi Nepal Inc | General | $700 |
| Emily Shane Foundation | General | $700 |
| Acbl Educational Foundation | General | $500 |
| ACLU Foundation | General | $500 |
| Anti Defamation League | General | $500 |
| ASPCA | General | $500 |
| Catrockcamp Interactive | General | $500 |
| Common Cause | General | $500 |
| Environmental Defense Fund | General | $500 |
| Everytown for Gun Safety | General | $500 |
| Feeding Westchester | General | $500 |
| Green Chimney's | General | $500 |
| Happy Trails for Kids | General | $500 |
| Holocaust Memorial Museum | General | $500 |
| Lincoln Media Foundation | General | $500 |
| Make-A-Wish America | General | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- Lisa Shapiro
- Andrew Yaspan
- Jamie Mieth
- Corey Yaspan
Questions people ask
Does The Yaspan-Unterberg Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Yaspan-Unterberg Foundation Inc give?
$112,150 in tax year 2025, across 49 grants, with a typical grant of $700.
Who runs The Yaspan-Unterberg Foundation Inc?
Its 2025 filing lists Lisa Shapiro (Director, President), Andrew Yaspan (Director, Treasurer), Jamie Mieth (Director, Secretary) and Corey Yaspan (Director).
What does The Yaspan-Unterberg Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, health and youth programs.