Abramson Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Abramson Family Foundation is a private foundation in Clifton, New Jersey. In tax year 2024 it gave $54,390 in 16 grants; the typical grant was $1,375 and the largest $10,400. 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$54,390
- Number of grants16
- Typical grant$1,375
- Largest grant$10,400
- Assets$1.1 million
- New grantees44%
Giving in 2024 was down from $78,151 the year before.
44% 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 | $78,151 | 20 | $1.1 million |
| 2024 | $54,390 | 16 | $1.1 million |
How to apply
Abramson 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 Abramson Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to New Jersey.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New Jersey | 8 | $36,640 |
| Florida | 5 | $11,500 |
| New York | 2 | $6,000 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $250 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Chabad of Short Hills | Charitable | $10,400 |
| Jewish Federation of Greater Metrowest NJ | Charitable | $10,000 |
| Jewish Federation of Palm Beach | Charitable | $7,500 |
| Montclair Kimberly Academy | Charitable | $7,000 |
| Honey Foundation for Israel | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Wilson Disease Foundation | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Raymond Kravis Center for the Performing Arts | Charitable | $2,000 |
| Lisa B Fishman Foundation | Charitable | $1,500 |
| Morgan Pressel Foundation | Charitable | $1,250 |
| MRCC Fdn | Charitable | $1,200 |
| Crohn's & Colitis Foundation | Charitable | $1,000 |
| Usher 1F Collaborative | Charitable | $1,000 |
| Golden Och Academy | Charitable | $540 |
| Nicklaus Children's Health Care Foundation | Charitable | $500 |
| Leukemia and Lymphoma Society | Charitable | $250 |
| Wounded Warrior Project | Charitable | $250 |
Officers and trustees
- Andrew Abramson
- Lisa Abramson
Questions people ask
Does Abramson Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Abramson Family Foundation give?
$54,390 in tax year 2024, across 16 grants, with a typical grant of $1,375.
Who runs Abramson Family Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Andrew Abramson (Co-Trustee) and Lisa Abramson (Co-Trustee).
What does Abramson Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, education and health.