The Paul & Annetta Himmelfarb Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
The Paul & Annetta Himmelfarb Foundation Inc is a private foundation in Washington, District of Columbia. In tax year 2025 it gave $298,129 in 10 grants; the typical grant was $17,750 and the largest $120,000. 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$298,129
- Number of grants10
- Typical grant$17,750
- Largest grant$120,000
- Assets$8.1 million
- New grantees10%
Giving in 2025 was up from $280,293 the year before.
10% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, so most of its money goes to organizations it already funds.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $280,000 | 8 | $7.3 million |
| 2024 | $280,293 | 9 | $7.6 million |
| 2025 | $298,129 | 10 | $8.1 million |
How to apply
The Paul & Annetta Himmelfarb 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 Paul & Annetta Himmelfarb Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to Maryland.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Maryland | 6 | $203,000 |
| District of Columbia | 2 | $80,129 |
| New York | 2 | $15,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Jewish Social Services Agency | Specific program award | $120,000 |
| Doctors International (Mfa) | General operating support | $52,129 |
| Milton Gottesman Jewish Day School | General operating support | $28,000 |
| Compass | Specific program award and general operating support | $25,000 |
| B'nai Israel Congregation | Specific program award | $20,000 |
| Hebrew Free Loan Association of Greater Washington | General operating support | $15,500 |
| The Jewish Federation of Greater Washington | Specific program award | $15,000 |
| Bender JCC of Greather Washington | Specific program award | $7,500 |
| Jewish Federations of North America | General operating support | $7,500 |
| UJA Federation of New York | General operating support | $7,500 |
Officers and trustees
- Paul Himmelfarb
- Eric Davis
- Lisa Ulanow
- Lisa Himmelfarb
Questions people ask
Does The Paul & Annetta Himmelfarb Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Paul & Annetta Himmelfarb Foundation Inc give?
$298,129 in tax year 2025, across 10 grants, with a typical grant of $17,750.
Who runs The Paul & Annetta Himmelfarb Foundation Inc?
Its 2025 filing lists Paul Himmelfarb (President/Exec Director), Eric Davis (Director), Lisa Ulanow (Secretary/Director) and Lisa Himmelfarb (Director).
What does The Paul & Annetta Himmelfarb Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities.