Harvey Feldman Charitable Trust
Preselected recipients only
Harvey Feldman Charitable Trust is a private foundation in Minnetonka, Minnesota. In tax year 2025 it gave $935,500 in 15 grants; the typical grant was $10,000 and the largest $270,000. 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$935,500
- Number of grants15
- Typical grant$10,000
- Largest grant$270,000
- Assets$0
- New grantees25%
Giving in 2025 was up from $666,500 the year before.
25% of its 2025 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 | $751,500 | 11 | $16.9 million |
| 2024 | $666,500 | 13 | $20.0 million |
| 2025 | $935,500 | 15 | $0 |
How to apply
Harvey Feldman Charitable Trust 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 Harvey Feldman Charitable Trust funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to Minnesota.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Minnesota | 13 | $900,500 |
| New Jersey | 1 | $25,000 |
| Wisconsin | 1 | $10,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Animal Humane Society | Donation | $270,000 |
| Beth El Synagogue | Donation | $225,000 |
| Jewish Community Relations Council | Donation | $125,000 |
| Smith Jewish Academy | Donation | $125,000 |
| Individual | Donation | $75,000 |
| Herzl Camp | Donation | $50,000 |
| Mark Schonwetter Holocaust Ed Found | Donation | $25,000 |
| Individual | Donation | $10,000 |
| Edison Community Sports Foundation | Donation | $5,000 |
| Washburn High School Foundation | Donation | $5,000 |
| Southwest Foundation | Donation | $5,000 |
| Friends of South High Foundation | Donation | $5,000 |
| Camden Henry High Foundation | Donation | $5,000 |
| Individual | Donation | $2,750 |
| Adventures With Friends True Friend | Donation | $2,750 |
Officers and trustees
- Scott Hoffman
- Ella Hoffman
Questions people ask
Does Harvey Feldman Charitable Trust accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Harvey Feldman Charitable Trust give?
$935,500 in tax year 2025, across 15 grants, with a typical grant of $10,000.
Who runs Harvey Feldman Charitable Trust?
Its 2025 filing lists Scott Hoffman (Trustee) and Ella Hoffman (Treasurer).
What does Harvey Feldman Charitable Trust fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities and education.