The Gerald and Reesa Niznick 2012 Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Gerald and Reesa Niznick 2012 Family Foundation is a private foundation in Las Vegas, Nevada. In tax year 2024 it gave $624,995 in 13 grants; the typical grant was $2,750 and the largest $351,370. 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$624,995
- Number of grants13
- Typical grant$2,750
- Largest grant$351,370
- Assets$316,427
- New grantees62%
Giving in 2024 was up from $69,403 the year before.
62% of its 2024 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 | $69,403 | 17 | $182,260 |
| 2024 | $624,995 | 13 | $316,427 |
How to apply
The Gerald and Reesa Niznick 2012 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 The Gerald and Reesa Niznick 2012 Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its US grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to California. It also paid $351,370 in 1 grant to recipients outside the US.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 7 | $267,180 |
| New York | 3 | $5,572 |
| Illinois | 1 | $513 |
| Nevada | 1 | $360 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| University of Manitoba | Financial support | $351,370 |
| Valley Beth Shalom | Financial support | $127,655 |
| The Jewish Federation of Greater la | Financial support | $125,150 |
| Rmlow Foundation | Financial support | $5,000 |
| American Friends of Tel Aviv University | Financial support | $5,000 |
| Beit T'shuvah | Financial support | $2,875 |
| Friends of Robinson Gardens | Financial support | $2,750 |
| Camp Ramah in California | Financial support | $2,500 |
| Tower Cancer Research Foundation | Financial support | $1,250 |
| Israel Parasport Center | Financial support | $513 |
| Freinds of the Idf | Financial support | $472 |
| Jewish National Fund Org | Financial support | $360 |
| Huntington Disease Society for America | Financial support | $100 |
Officers and trustees
- Gerald Niznick
- Reesa Niznick
Questions people ask
Does The Gerald and Reesa Niznick 2012 Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Gerald and Reesa Niznick 2012 Family Foundation give?
$624,995 in tax year 2024, across 13 grants, with a typical grant of $2,750.
Who runs The Gerald and Reesa Niznick 2012 Family Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Gerald Niznick (President) and Reesa Niznick (Vice President).
What does The Gerald and Reesa Niznick 2012 Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, faith communities and health.