American Friends of Ohel Bas Zion Inc
Preselected recipients only
American Friends of Ohel Bas Zion Inc is a private foundation in Chicago, Illinois. In tax year 2024 it gave $2.0 million in 2 grants; the typical grant was $1.0 million and the largest $2.0 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$2.0 million
- Number of grants2
- Typical grant$1.0 million
- Largest grant$2.0 million
- Assets$116,818
- New grantees0%
Giving in 2024 was up from $1.7 million the year before.
0% of its 2024 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 | $1.7 million | 2 | $40,441 |
| 2024 | $2.0 million | 2 | $116,818 |
How to apply
American Friends of Ohel Bas Zion 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 American Friends of Ohel Bas Zion Inc funds
Where it gives
All of its US grants went to recipients in Illinois. It also paid $2.0 million in 1 grant to recipients outside the US.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Illinois | 1 | $3,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Ophel Bas Zion Institutions | Support of its educational activities | $2.0 million |
| Sundry Organized Charities | Support of religious and educational activities | $3,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Zvi Belsky
- Ezra Belsky
- Issur Fuchs
- Michael Stein
Questions people ask
Does American Friends of Ohel Bas Zion Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does American Friends of Ohel Bas Zion Inc give?
$2.0 million in tax year 2024, across 2 grants, with a typical grant of $1.0 million.
Who runs American Friends of Ohel Bas Zion Inc?
Its 2024 filing lists Zvi Belsky (President & Director), Ezra Belsky (Secretary & Director), Issur Fuchs (Director) and Michael Stein (Director).
What does American Friends of Ohel Bas Zion Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, international and faith communities.