Joseph Handleman I Believe in You Trust F/K/A Joseph Handleman Trust Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Joseph Handleman I Believe in You Trust F/K/A Joseph Handleman Trust Foundation is a private foundation in Key Biscayne, Florida. In tax year 2025 it gave $1.6 million in 26 grants; the typical grant was $20,000 and the largest $943,290. 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$1.6 million
- Number of grants26
- Typical grant$20,000
- Largest grant$943,290
- Assets$9.8 million
- New grantees50%
Giving in 2025 was up from $387,500 the year before.
50% of its 2025 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 | $440,230 | 21 | $9.4 million |
| 2024 | $387,500 | 23 | $10.1 million |
| 2025 | $1.6 million | 26 | $9.8 million |
How to apply
Joseph Handleman I Believe in You Trust F/K/A Joseph Handleman Trust 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 Joseph Handleman I Believe in You Trust F/K/A Joseph Handleman Trust Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its US grants went to recipients in 10 states, the most to New York. It also paid $1.2 million in 3 grants to recipients outside the US.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 7 | $105,000 |
| Michigan | 4 | $50,000 |
| Georgia | 2 | $50,000 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $50,000 |
| Rhode Island | 2 | $40,000 |
| Virginia | 2 | $35,000 |
| Florida | 1 | $25,000 |
| New Jersey | 2 | $20,000 |
| Minnesota | 1 | $15,750 |
| California | 1 | $10,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Terra Cohaesus | Program support | $943,290 |
| Terra Cohaesus | Program support | $209,320 |
| The Jane Goodall Institute | Program support | $50,000 |
| Beit El Baraka USA | Program support | $25,000 |
| I Am Womankind | Program support | $25,000 |
| Refugee Garden Initiative | Program support | $25,000 |
| Superyou Foundation | Program support | $25,000 |
| Witness Change | Program support | $25,000 |
| Witness Change | Program support | $25,000 |
| Coalition for Asian American Children and Families (Cacf) | Program support | $20,000 |
| American Friends of the Nancy Caroline Hospice of the Upper Galilee | Program support | $20,000 |
| Apex for Youth | Program support | $20,000 |
| The Indigeneous Peoples Resilience Fund | Program support | $20,000 |
| American Friends of the Nancy Caroline Hospice of the Upper Galilee | Program support | $20,000 |
| Defense for Children Internationalchildren Connect Now (Via Myriad USA) | Program support | $15,750 |
| Farm Sanctuary | Program support | $15,000 |
| Women's E-Learning in Leadership | Program support | $10,000 |
| American Indian Health & Family Services of Southeastern Mi Inc | Program support | $10,000 |
| New York Kurdish Cultural Center | Program support | $10,000 |
| US Wild Horse & Burro Association | Program support | $10,000 |
| The New York STEM Cell Foundation | Program support | $10,000 |
| Funny Farm Rescue | Program support | $10,000 |
| Homeboy Industries | Program support | $10,000 |
| Sphinx Organization | Program support | $9,000 |
| Sphinx Organization | Program support | $6,000 |
| Yury Gelman Foundation | Program support | $5,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Joyce Ann Muller
- Marisa Muller
Questions people ask
Does Joseph Handleman I Believe in You Trust F/K/A Joseph Handleman Trust Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Joseph Handleman I Believe in You Trust F/K/A Joseph Handleman Trust Foundation give?
$1.6 million in tax year 2025, across 26 grants, with a typical grant of $20,000.
Who runs Joseph Handleman I Believe in You Trust F/K/A Joseph Handleman Trust Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Joyce Ann Muller (Trustee) and Marisa Muller (Trustee).
What does Joseph Handleman I Believe in You Trust F/K/A Joseph Handleman Trust Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly international, youth programs and human services.