The Nathan Seter Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Nathan Seter Foundation is a private foundation in Washington, District of Columbia. In tax year 2024 it gave $2.0 million in 60 grants; the typical grant was $10,000 and the largest $625,000. 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$2.0 million
- Number of grants60
- Typical grant$10,000
- Largest grant$625,000
- Assets$26.9 million
- New grantees33%
Giving in 2024 was down from $2.2 million the year before.
33% of its 2024 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 | $2.2 million | 61 | $24.6 million |
| 2024 | $2.0 million | 60 | $26.9 million |
How to apply
The Nathan Seter 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 The Nathan Seter Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 7 states, the most to New York.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 41 | $1.7 million |
| New Jersey | 6 | $195,000 |
| District of Columbia | 3 | $36,000 |
| California | 6 | $33,300 |
| Maryland | 2 | $26,000 |
| Pennsylvania | 1 | $1,800 |
| Virginia | 1 | $1,800 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Yu | Unrestricted use of recipient | $625,000 |
| American Friends of Idf Rabbinate | Unrestricted use of recipient | $186,000 |
| Nli | Unrestricted use of recipient | $125,000 |
| Pef Israel Endowment Funds Inc | Unrestricted use of recipient | $125,000 |
| American Committe SZ | Unrestricted use of recipient | $100,000 |
| United Hatzalah | Unrestricted use of recipient | $100,000 |
| Yilc | Unrestricted use of recipient | $90,000 |
| Chai Lifeline | Unrestricted use of recipient | $54,000 |
| The Lamm Legacy Project Inc | Unrestricted use of recipient | $50,000 |
| American Friends of Ye | Unrestricted use of recipient | $36,000 |
| Bby | Unrestricted use of recipient | $25,000 |
| Darchei Torah | Unrestricted use of recipient | $25,000 |
| Johns Hopkins University | Unrestricted use of recipient | $25,000 |
| Mir Yerushalayim | Unrestricted use of recipient | $25,000 |
| MJH | Unrestricted use of recipient | $25,000 |
| NYU Urology Research Fund | Unrestricted use of recipient | $25,000 |
| Reishit Yerushalayim | Unrestricted use of recipient | $25,000 |
| Ssy | Unrestricted use of recipient | $25,000 |
| Ssej | Unrestricted use of recipient | $25,000 |
| United States Holocaust Memorial Museum | Unrestricted use of recipient | $25,000 |
| Yfr | Unrestricted use of recipient | $25,000 |
| Congregation BS | Unrestricted use of recipient | $20,000 |
| Regents of California - Research | Unrestricted use of recipient | $15,000 |
| RCCS | Unrestricted use of recipient | $13,600 |
| Achiezer | Unrestricted use of recipient | $10,000 |
| American Friends of HH | Unrestricted use of recipient | $10,000 |
| American Friends of Matan | Unrestricted use of recipient | $10,000 |
| American Friends of Shalva | Unrestricted use of recipient | $10,000 |
| Connect Israel | Unrestricted use of recipient | $10,000 |
| Fdny Foundation | Unrestricted use of recipient | $10,000 |
| Halb | Unrestricted use of recipient | $10,000 |
| JPC | Unrestricted use of recipient | $10,000 |
| Pba Widows 7 Children Fund | Unrestricted use of recipient | $10,000 |
| Rambam | Unrestricted use of recipient | $10,000 |
| Self Help | Unrestricted use of recipient | $10,000 |
| Tag | Unrestricted use of recipient | $10,000 |
| Westchester Day School | Unrestricted use of recipient | $10,000 |
| Ygft | Unrestricted use of recipient | $10,000 |
| Atime | Unrestricted use of recipient | $5,400 |
| City Lore | Unrestricted use of recipient | $5,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Robert Ross
- Jonathan Blattmachr
Questions people ask
Does The Nathan Seter Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Nathan Seter Foundation give?
$2.0 million in tax year 2024, across 60 grants, with a typical grant of $10,000.
Who runs The Nathan Seter Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Robert Ross (President) and Jonathan Blattmachr (Treasurer).
What does The Nathan Seter Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, science and research and education.