The Samuel and Jean Frankel Jewish Heritage Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Samuel and Jean Frankel Jewish Heritage Foundation is a private foundation in Troy, Michigan. In tax year 2024 it gave $29.8 million in 16 grants; the typical grant was $220,000 and the largest $25.3 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$29.8 million
- Number of grants16
- Typical grant$220,000
- Largest grant$25.3 million
- Assets$376 million
- New grantees6%
Giving in 2024 was up from $15.6 million the year before.
6% 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 | $15.6 million | 21 | $353 million |
| 2024 | $29.8 million | 16 | $376 million |
How to apply
The Samuel and Jean Frankel Jewish Heritage 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 The Samuel and Jean Frankel Jewish Heritage Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to Michigan.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Michigan | 12 | $28.5 million |
| New York | 2 | $1.2 million |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $64,000 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $1,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Yeshiva Beth Yehudah | Educational | $25.3 million |
| Nistar | Discretionary | $1.1 million |
| Mesorah Heritage Foundation | Religious | $1.0 million |
| Jewish Federation of Metro Detroit | Israel youth travel | $496,604 |
| V Hechzakta Bo | Religious | $350,000 |
| American Israel Education Fund | Educational | $325,000 |
| Friends of Sinai Trust | Religious | $250,000 |
| Miriam's Well -- Be'er Miriam | Religious | $225,000 |
| Yad Ezra | Food bank | $215,000 |
| Jewish Community Center | Educational | $179,250 |
| University of Michigan-Endelman & Gitelman Fund | Educational | $130,000 |
| B'nai Brith Youth Organization | Religious | $75,000 |
| Ncsy | Educational & religious | $64,000 |
| Hebrew Day School of Ann Arbor | Educational | $50,000 |
| University of Michigan Hillel | Educational | $25,000 |
| Yiddish Book Center | Educational | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Stanley Frankel
- Judith Frankel
- Arthur Weiss
Questions people ask
Does The Samuel and Jean Frankel Jewish Heritage Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Samuel and Jean Frankel Jewish Heritage Foundation give?
$29.8 million in tax year 2024, across 16 grants, with a typical grant of $220,000.
Who runs The Samuel and Jean Frankel Jewish Heritage Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Stanley Frankel (President and Trustee), Judith Frankel (Secretary and Trustee) and Arthur Weiss (Assisant Secretary).
What does The Samuel and Jean Frankel Jewish Heritage Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, education and youth programs.