The Finkelstein Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Finkelstein Foundation is a private foundation in Glen Echo, Maryland. In tax year 2024 it gave $40,400 in 18 grants; the typical grant was $1,500 and the largest $11,000. 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$40,400
- Number of grants18
- Typical grant$1,500
- Largest grant$11,000
- Assets$928,107
- New grantees28%
Giving in 2024 was down from $47,600 the year before.
28% of its 2024 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a mix of repeat and new grantees.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $47,600 | 26 | $884,334 |
| 2024 | $40,400 | 18 | $928,107 |
How to apply
The Finkelstein 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.
Foundation website IRS filings on ProPublica
What The Finkelstein Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 6 states, the most to Texas.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Texas | 5 | $17,000 |
| District of Columbia | 5 | $13,100 |
| Virginia | 1 | $3,750 |
| Maryland | 4 | $3,300 |
| New York | 2 | $2,250 |
| Pennsylvania | 1 | $1,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Woodley House Inc | Operating support | $11,000 |
| Seven Acres Jewish Senior Care Services Inc | Operating support | $5,000 |
| The Briscoe Center for American History | Operating support | $5,000 |
| PMC Cohan Shapiro Hellman | Operating support | $3,750 |
| Harry Ransom Center | Operating support | $3,000 |
| Learning Undefeated Inc | Operating support | $2,500 |
| George H W Bush Presidential Library & Museum | Operating support | $2,000 |
| Gladney Center for Adoption | Operating support | $2,000 |
| Memorial Park Conservancy Inc | Operating support | $2,000 |
| The Library Company of Philadelphia | Operating support | $1,000 |
| William Wendt Center for Loss and Hearing | Operating support | $1,000 |
| Yellow Boomerang Inc | Operating support | $500 |
| Washington Hebrew | Operating support | $500 |
| DC Central Kitchen | Operating support | $500 |
| UJA Federation of Ny | Operating support | $250 |
| House of Ruth | Operating support | $200 |
| Capital Area Food Bank | Operating support | $100 |
| BCC Rescue Squad | Operating support | $100 |
Officers and trustees
- Jack Finkelstein Jr
- Jim Finkelstein
- Linda Finkelstein
Questions people ask
Does The Finkelstein Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Finkelstein Foundation give?
$40,400 in tax year 2024, across 18 grants, with a typical grant of $1,500.
Who runs The Finkelstein Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Jack Finkelstein Jr (President), Jim Finkelstein (Trustee) and Linda Finkelstein (Trustee).
What does The Finkelstein Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly arts and culture and education.