Bijjar Family Foundatoin
Preselected recipients only
Bijjar Family Foundatoin is a private foundation in Baltimore, Maryland. In tax year 2025 it gave $37,686 in 16 grants; the typical grant was $102 and the largest $23,752. 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$37,686
- Number of grants16
- Typical grant$102
- Largest grant$23,752
- Assets$1.1 million
- New grantees75%
Giving in 2025 was down from $43,002 the year before.
75% 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 | $28,327 | 16 | $967,280 |
| 2024 | $43,002 | 16 | $1.0 million |
| 2025 | $37,686 | 16 | $1.1 million |
How to apply
Bijjar Family Foundatoin 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 Bijjar Family Foundatoin funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 5 states, the most to Maryland.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Maryland | 11 | $29,499 |
| California | 1 | $5,000 |
| New York | 2 | $3,036 |
| New Jersey | 1 | $100 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $51 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Jewish Grandparents Network Inc | To further the exempt purpose of the organization | $23,752 |
| Social Good Fund | To further the exempt purpose of the organization | $5,000 |
| Waldorf School Baltimore | To further the exempt purpose of the organization | $3,148 |
| American Friends of Magen David Adom | To further the exempt purpose of the organization | $3,000 |
| Shaarei Center for Jewish Learning & Life Inc (Third Space) | To further the exempt purpose of the organization | $1,000 |
| Congregation Ariel Russian Community Synagogue Inc | To further the exempt purpose of the organization | $880 |
| The Associated Jewish Federation of Baltimore | To further the exempt purpose of the organization | $376 |
| Moveable Feast | To further the exempt purpose of the organization | $103 |
| American Friends of Leket Israel Inc | To further the exempt purpose of the organization | $100 |
| Jewish Council for the Aging of Greater Washington Inc | To further the exempt purpose of the organization | $100 |
| Special Olympics | To further the exempt purpose of the organization | $51 |
| Catholic Charities of Baltimore | To further the exempt purpose of the organization | $50 |
| Mt Washington Pediatric Hospital | To further the exempt purpose of the organization | $38 |
| Chabad Lubavitch Center | To further the exempt purpose of the organization | $36 |
| Baltimore Humane Society | To further the exempt purpose of the organization | $26 |
| The League for People With Disabilities | To further the exempt purpose of the organization | $26 |
Officers and trustees
- Bert Vogelstein
- Ilene Vogelstein
- Jacob Vogelstein
- Rachel Vogelstein
- Joshua Vogelstein
Questions people ask
Does Bijjar Family Foundatoin accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Bijjar Family Foundatoin give?
$37,686 in tax year 2025, across 16 grants, with a typical grant of $102.
Who runs Bijjar Family Foundatoin?
Its 2025 filing lists Bert Vogelstein (Director - Joined June 2000), Ilene Vogelstein (Director - Joined June 2000), Jacob Vogelstein (Director - Joined June 2000) and Rachel Vogelstein (Director - Joined June 2000) among 5 officers and trustees.
What does Bijjar Family Foundatoin fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, education and disability.