Betmar Charitable Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
Betmar Charitable Foundation Inc is a private foundation in Palm Beach Gardens, Florida. In tax year 2025 it gave $27,948 in 20 grants; the typical grant was $1,000 and the largest $5,000. 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$27,948
- Number of grants20
- Typical grant$1,000
- Largest grant$5,000
- Assets$551,080
- New grantees0%
Giving in 2025 was down from $34,560 the year before.
0% 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 | $40,261 | 38 | $608,575 |
| 2024 | $34,560 | 36 | $615,251 |
| 2025 | $27,948 | 20 | $551,080 |
How to apply
Betmar Charitable 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 Betmar Charitable Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 7 states, the most to Michigan.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Michigan | 9 | $13,087 |
| Florida | 6 | $9,001 |
| Maryland | 1 | $3,000 |
| New York | 1 | $1,000 |
| Virginia | 1 | $1,000 |
| Ohio | 1 | $500 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $360 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Jewish Federation of Metropolitan Detroit | Community assistance | $5,000 |
| Simon Weisenthal Center | Community assistance | $3,500 |
| America Kidney Fund | Research | $3,000 |
| Friendship Circle | Community assistance | $3,000 |
| Jewish Federation of Palm Beach | Community assistance | $2,000 |
| Temple Israel | Community assistance | $1,837 |
| Kravis Center for the Performing Arts | Community assistance | $1,500 |
| Michigan State University Hillel | Community assistance | $1,250 |
| Maltz Jupiter Theater Legacy Program | Community assistance | $1,001 |
| American Diabetes Association | Research | $1,000 |
| Juvenile Diabetes Research Fund | Education | $1,000 |
| Bar Ilan University | Education | $500 |
| Epilepsy Foundation of Michigan | Research | $500 |
| Holocaust Memorial Center | Education | $500 |
| International Rett Syndrome Foundation | Research | $500 |
| Mirasol Foundation | Community assistance | $500 |
| National Council of Jewish Women | Community assistance | $500 |
| Yiddish Book Center | Community assistance | $360 |
| Detroit Public Television | Public television | $250 |
| University of Michigan Hillel Mandell Berman Center | Community assistance | $250 |
Officers and trustees
- Alan Jacobs
- Douglas Shiffman
- Janet Jacobs
Questions people ask
Does Betmar Charitable Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Betmar Charitable Foundation Inc give?
$27,948 in tax year 2025, across 20 grants, with a typical grant of $1,000.
Who runs Betmar Charitable Foundation Inc?
Its 2025 filing lists Alan Jacobs (Director, President), Douglas Shiffman (Director, VP, Treasurer) and Janet Jacobs (Director).
What does Betmar Charitable Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, science and research and education.