Seymor & Pearl Greenstein Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Seymor & Pearl Greenstein Foundation is a private foundation in Southfield, Michigan. In tax year 2025 it gave $107,869 in 29 grants; the typical grant was $1,500 and the largest $18,900. 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$107,869
- Number of grants29
- Typical grant$1,500
- Largest grant$18,900
- Assets$917,054
- New grantees59%
Giving in 2025 was down from $111,720 the year before.
59% 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 | $103,880 | 22 | $1.0 million |
| 2024 | $111,720 | 26 | $973,678 |
| 2025 | $107,869 | 29 | $917,054 |
How to apply
Seymor & Pearl Greenstein 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 Seymor & Pearl Greenstein Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 6 states, the most to Michigan.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Michigan | 16 | $79,709 |
| Florida | 4 | $17,320 |
| Ohio | 3 | $4,500 |
| New York | 3 | $2,840 |
| Maryland | 1 | $2,500 |
| New Jersey | 2 | $1,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Cong Shomrey Emunah | To further jewish education in the jewish community | $18,900 |
| KOLLEL INSTITUTE--charity fund | To further jewish education in the jewish community | $13,600 |
| NCSY -- southern branch | To further jewish education in the jewish community | $10,000 |
| Tzedekah Enhancement Project | To further jewish education in the jewish community | $9,200 |
| Kollel Institute | To further jewish education in the jewish community | $6,360 |
| Misc under 500 | To further jewish education in the jewish community | $5,889 |
| JCS Kosher Food Bank | To further jewish education in the jewish community | $5,500 |
| Aventura Shul | To further jewish education in the jewish community | $5,320 |
| Yad EZRA | To further jewish education in the jewish community | $5,100 |
| Hatzalah of Michign | To further jewish education in the jewish community | $3,600 |
| Free | To further jewish education in the jewish community | $3,500 |
| Mesifta of Cincinnati | To further jewish education in the jewish community | $3,000 |
| Ahavas Yisroel Charity Fund | To further jewish education in the jewish community | $2,500 |
| Jewish Resource Center | To further jewish education in the jewish community | $2,000 |
| Hatzalah of S Florida | To further jewish education in the jewish community | $1,500 |
| Yad L'achim | To further jewish education in the jewish community | $1,300 |
| Yeshiva Beth Yehudah | To further jewish education in the jewish community | $1,180 |
| Aish Hatorah | To further jewish education in the jewish community | $1,180 |
| Yagdill Torah | To further jewish education in the jewish community | $1,100 |
| Bonei Olam | To further jewish education in the jewish community | $1,000 |
| Matan B'seter of Detroit | To further jewish education in the jewish community | $1,000 |
| Cincinnati Heb Day School | To further jewish education in the jewish community | $1,000 |
| Jewish Dental Clinic | To further jewish education in the jewish community | $1,000 |
| Darchei Noam | To further jewish education in the jewish community | $600 |
| Rabbi Meir Bal Hanes Salant | To further jewish education in the jewish community | $540 |
| Beth Oloth | To further jewish education in the jewish community | $500 |
| Miami Jewish Federation | To further jewish education in the jewish community | $500 |
| Cincinnati Community Kollel | To further jewish education in the jewish community | $500 |
| Yeshiva Kerem Shlomo | To further jewish education in the jewish community | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- Seymour Greenstein
- Pearl Greenstein
Questions people ask
Does Seymor & Pearl Greenstein Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Seymor & Pearl Greenstein Foundation give?
$107,869 in tax year 2025, across 29 grants, with a typical grant of $1,500.
Who runs Seymor & Pearl Greenstein Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Seymour Greenstein (President) and Pearl Greenstein (Vice-President).
What does Seymor & Pearl Greenstein Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education and faith communities.