Ner Tzion Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Ner Tzion Foundation is a private foundation in Miami Beach, Florida. In tax year 2024 it gave $1.2 million in 4 grants; the typical grant was $6,860 and the largest $1.1 million. 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$1.2 million
- Number of grants4
- Typical grant$6,860
- Largest grant$1.1 million
- Assets$24.5 million
- New grantees50%
Giving in 2024 was up from $1.1 million the year before.
50% 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 | $1.1 million | 2 | $21.7 million |
| 2024 | $1.2 million | 4 | $24.5 million |
How to apply
Ner Tzion 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.
Where it gives
Its US grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to New York. It also paid $3,721 in 1 grant to recipients outside the US.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 2 | $1.2 million |
| Montana | 1 | $1,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| The Central Fund of Israel | General Support | $1.1 million |
| My Keren Hashluchim | General Support | $10,000 |
| The Ottawa Jewish Community School | General Support | $3,721 |
| Livingston Fire Rescue | General Support | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Barry Klein
- Elaine Klein
- Keren Lavyad
- Benjamin Engstrom
Questions people ask
Does Ner Tzion Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Ner Tzion Foundation give?
$1.2 million in tax year 2024, across 4 grants, with a typical grant of $6,860.
Who runs Ner Tzion Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Barry Klein (Director), Elaine Klein (Secretary), Keren Lavyad (Director) and Benjamin Engstrom (Director).