Bimah Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Bimah Foundation is a private foundation in Greenwich, Connecticut. In tax year 2024 it gave $606,500 in 15 grants; the typical grant was $36,000 and the largest $112,000. 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$606,500
- Number of grants15
- Typical grant$36,000
- Largest grant$112,000
- Assets$16.0 million
- New grantees47%
Giving in 2024 was down from $705,864 the year before.
47% 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 | $705,864 | 12 | $15.4 million |
| 2024 | $606,500 | 15 | $16.0 million |
How to apply
Bimah 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 Bimah Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 7 states, the most to New York.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 5 | $268,000 |
| Florida | 4 | $110,000 |
| District of Columbia | 2 | $85,000 |
| New Jersey | 1 | $76,000 |
| California | 1 | $55,000 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $7,500 |
| Illinois | 1 | $5,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Belev Echad | General support | $112,000 |
| American Friends of Leket Israel | General support | $76,000 |
| Jewish Institute for National Security of America | General support | $65,000 |
| Stand With US | General support | $55,000 |
| Central Fund of Israel | Palestinian media watch | $45,000 |
| The Blue Card | Medical supplies | $40,000 |
| Jewish Leadership Academy Inc | General support | $36,000 |
| The Birthright Israel Foundation | General support | $36,000 |
| The Clarion Project | General support | $36,000 |
| Friends of the Israel Defense Forces | Restricted | $35,000 |
| Opendor Media Inc | General support | $20,000 |
| The Amel Project | General support | $20,000 |
| Greater Miami Hebrew Academy | General support | $18,000 |
| Brandeis University | General support | $7,500 |
| The Jewish Pocet | General support | $5,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Barbara K Silverman
- Philip Silverman
- Richard B Silverman
- Matthew Simon
- Margaret Wise
Questions people ask
Does Bimah Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Bimah Foundation give?
$606,500 in tax year 2024, across 15 grants, with a typical grant of $36,000.
Who runs Bimah Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Barbara K Silverman (Vp/Director), Philip Silverman (Co-President/Director/Secr), Richard B Silverman (VP Director) and Matthew Simon (Co-President/Director) among 5 officers and trustees.
What does Bimah Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities and education.