Chesed Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Chesed Foundation is a private foundation in Las Vegas, Nevada. In tax year 2025 it gave $44,900 in 14 grants; the typical grant was $2,000 and the largest $11,500. 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$44,900
- Number of grants14
- Typical grant$2,000
- Largest grant$11,500
- Assets$749,925
- New grantees29%
Giving in 2025 was up from $30,000 the year before.
29% 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | $44,000 | 18 | $979,630 |
| 2023 | $29,999 | 15 | $909,672 |
| 2024 | $30,000 | 15 | $838,608 |
| 2025 | $44,900 | 14 | $749,925 |
How to apply
Chesed 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 Chesed Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 5 states, the most to Nevada.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Nevada | 6 | $25,300 |
| New York | 3 | $11,500 |
| California | 3 | $5,600 |
| New Jersey | 1 | $2,000 |
| Georgia | 1 | $500 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Desert Torah Academy | Charitable contribution | $11,500 |
| Chabad of Southern Nevada | Charitable contribution | $7,800 |
| The Rabbinical Assembly | Charitable contribution | $5,000 |
| Kashouvot Congregations | Charitable contribution | $3,500 |
| Behind the Blue | Charitable contribution | $3,500 |
| Central Fund for Israel | Charitable contribution | $3,000 |
| Quality of Life | Charitable contribution | $2,000 |
| Yad V'shulamit | Charitable contribution | $2,000 |
| Chabad of East Bay | Charitable contribution | $1,800 |
| Chabad of Napa | Charitable contribution | $1,800 |
| Friendship Cir of LV | Charitable contribution | $1,000 |
| Yjp Las Vegas | Charitable contribution | $1,000 |
| Habitat for Humanity | Charitable contribution | $500 |
| Safe Nest | Charitable contribution | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- Rene Feinstein
- Alan Feinstein
- Rabbi Shea Harlig
Questions people ask
Does Chesed Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Chesed Foundation give?
$44,900 in tax year 2025, across 14 grants, with a typical grant of $2,000.
Who runs Chesed Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Rene Feinstein (Trustee & President), Alan Feinstein (Trustee & Secretary) and Rabbi Shea Harlig (Trustee & VP & Treasurer).
What does Chesed Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities.