Abrams Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Abrams Foundation is a private foundation in Monroe, New Jersey. In tax year 2024 it gave $264,375 in 28 grants; the typical grant was $6,000 and the largest $60,000. 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$264,375
- Number of grants28
- Typical grant$6,000
- Largest grant$60,000
- Assets$6.5 million
- New grantees11%
Giving in 2024 was up from $206,000 the year before.
11% 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | $207,250 | 30 | $4.7 million |
| 2023 | $206,000 | 32 | $5.9 million |
| 2024 | $264,375 | 28 | $6.5 million |
How to apply
Abrams 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 Abrams Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 5 states, the most to New Jersey.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New Jersey | 12 | $90,500 |
| Pennsylvania | 5 | $88,375 |
| New York | 8 | $71,500 |
| District of Columbia | 2 | $12,000 |
| California | 1 | $2,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Abrams Hebrew Academy | Educational | $60,000 |
| JCC Assn-Abrams Camps | Charitable | $43,500 |
| Jewish National Fund | Charitable | $30,000 |
| Congregation Brothers of Israel | Religious | $12,875 |
| Jewish Federation of Princeton | Charitable | $12,500 |
| American Israel Educ Foundation | Charitable | $10,000 |
| Jewish Family & Childrens Service | Charitable | $10,000 |
| American Friends of Magen D Adom | Charitable | $10,000 |
| Stand With US | Charitable | $8,000 |
| Fdivbeit Halochem | Charitable | $8,000 |
| Greenwood House | Charitable | $7,500 |
| Friends of Israel Defence Forces | Charitable | $7,000 |
| Friends of Yad Sarah | Charitable | $7,000 |
| Israel Guide Dog Ctr for the Blind | Charitable | $7,000 |
| American Friends of Leket Israel | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Central Fund of Israel | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Greater Trenton Jewish Cemetery | Charitable | $4,000 |
| American Jewish Committee | Charitable | $2,500 |
| Ny Community Fridge Corp | Chartible | $2,500 |
| Trenton Area Soup Kitchen | Charitable | $2,500 |
| Regency Chapter Hadassah | Educational | $2,000 |
| Simon Wiesenthal Center | Charitable | $2,000 |
| World Jewish Congress Fdn | Charitable | $2,000 |
| Jewish Federation Heart of NJ | Charitable | $1,500 |
| Big BRTHS & Sisters Mercer Cty | Charitable | $500 |
| Home Front Inc | Charitable | $500 |
| Sunshine Foundation | Chartible | $500 |
| Trenton Circus Squad | Educational | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- Michael Kushner
- Michele Kushner
- Natanela Kushner
Questions people ask
Does Abrams Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Abrams Foundation give?
$264,375 in tax year 2024, across 28 grants, with a typical grant of $6,000.
Who runs Abrams Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Michael Kushner (Trustee), Michele Kushner (Trustee) and Natanela Kushner (Treasurer).
What does Abrams Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, education and youth programs.