Daniel and Miriam Michael Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Daniel and Miriam Michael Foundation is a private foundation in Teaneck, New Jersey. In tax year 2025 it gave $146,731 in 17 grants; the typical grant was $2,285 and the largest $50,010. 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$146,731
- Number of grants17
- Typical grant$2,285
- Largest grant$50,010
- Assets$501,440
- New grantees41%
Giving in 2025 was down from $149,704 the year before.
41% 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 | $77,347 | 14 | $124,396 |
| 2023 | $130,776 | 12 | $265,581 |
| 2024 | $149,704 | 17 | $324,126 |
| 2025 | $146,731 | 17 | $501,440 |
How to apply
Daniel and Miriam Michael 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 Daniel and Miriam Michael Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to New Jersey.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New Jersey | 10 | $116,375 |
| New York | 5 | $24,356 |
| Florida | 1 | $5,000 |
| Illinois | 1 | $1,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Yeshivat Noam | To contribute to qualified charitable organizations. | $50,010 |
| Torah Academy of Bergen County | To contribute to qualified charitable organizations. | $40,000 |
| American Friends of Yeshivat Hesder | To contribute to qualified charitable organizations. | $18,000 |
| Congregation Beth Aaron | To contribute to qualified charitable organizations. | $10,000 |
| American Friends of Yad Eliezer | To contribute to qualified charitable organizations. | $5,000 |
| Friends of Neve Michael Childrens Villag | To contribute to qualified charitable organizations. | $5,000 |
| Project Yechi | To contribute to qualified charitable organizations. | $4,000 |
| Congregation Rinat Yisroel | To contribute to qualified charitable organizations. | $2,556 |
| Donations Under 1000 | To contribute to qualified charitable organizations. | $2,285 |
| Maitland Minyan | To contribute to qualified charitable organizations. | $2,000 |
| Emunah of America | To contribute to qualified charitable organizations. | $1,800 |
| Rosenbaum Yeshiva of North Jersey | To contribute to qualified charitable organizations. | $1,080 |
| American Friends of Magen David Adom | To contribute to qualified charitable organizations. | $1,000 |
| Pef Israel Endowment | To contribute to qualified charitable organizations. | $1,000 |
| Nechama Comfort | To contribute to qualified charitable organizations. | $1,000 |
| St Marys School | To contribute to qualified charitable organizations. | $1,000 |
| Sharsheret | To contribute to qualified charitable organizations. | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Daniel Michael
- Miriam Michael
Questions people ask
Does Daniel and Miriam Michael Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Daniel and Miriam Michael Foundation give?
$146,731 in tax year 2025, across 17 grants, with a typical grant of $2,285.
Who runs Daniel and Miriam Michael Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Daniel Michael (President) and Miriam Michael (Trustee).
What does Daniel and Miriam Michael Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities and education.