Edwin M Posin Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Edwin M Posin Family Foundation is a private foundation in Reno, Nevada. In tax year 2025 it gave $1.1 million in 10 grants; the typical grant was $100,000 and the largest $300,000. 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$1.1 million
- Number of grants10
- Typical grant$100,000
- Largest grant$300,000
- Assets$28.8 million
- New grantees40%
Giving in 2025 was down from $1.2 million the year before.
40% 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 | $0 | 0 | $0 |
| 2024 | $1.2 million | 8 | $27.1 million |
| 2025 | $1.1 million | 10 | $28.8 million |
How to apply
Edwin M Posin Family 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 Edwin M Posin Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 3 | $550,000 |
| Nevada | 6 | $412,500 |
| Texas | 1 | $100,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Congregation Beth Israel The Jewish Community | General Support | $300,000 |
| UC Davis School of Veterinary Medicine | General Support | $150,000 |
| Chabad at UNR | New Facility | $100,000 |
| Pet Network Incline Village | Medical Machinery | $100,000 |
| Renown Regional Medical Center | New Facility | $100,000 |
| North Tahoe Hebrew Congregation | General Support | $100,000 |
| Communities Foundation of Texas | General Support - Manna from Heaven | $100,000 |
| City of Hope | Cancer Research | $60,000 |
| Awaken Justice | General Support | $50,000 |
| Reno Tropics Youth Basketball Club | General Support | $2,500 |
Officers and trustees
- Martin Fineman
- Betty Fineman
- Brett Malamet
Questions people ask
Does Edwin M Posin Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Edwin M Posin Family Foundation give?
$1.1 million in tax year 2025, across 10 grants, with a typical grant of $100,000.
Who runs Edwin M Posin Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Martin Fineman (President), Betty Fineman (Secretary) and Brett Malamet (Treasurer).
What does Edwin M Posin Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, health and animals.