Frank and Esther G Stein and Carol S Geisenheimer Charitable Foundati
Preselected recipients only
Frank and Esther G Stein and Carol S Geisenheimer Charitable Foundati is a private foundation in Tenafly, New Jersey. In tax year 2025 it gave $160,000 in 20 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 and the largest $25,000. 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$160,000
- Number of grants20
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$25,000
- Assets$405,425
- New grantees25%
Giving in 2025 was up from $152,500 the year before.
25% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a mix of repeat and new grantees.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $208,800 | 20 | $522,619 |
| 2024 | $152,500 | 18 | $514,066 |
| 2025 | $160,000 | 20 | $405,425 |
How to apply
Frank and Esther G Stein and Carol S Geisenheimer Charitable Foundati 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 Frank and Esther G Stein and Carol S Geisenheimer Charitable Foundati funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 7 states, the most to New Jersey.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New Jersey | 8 | $60,000 |
| New York | 5 | $60,000 |
| Florida | 2 | $10,000 |
| Virginia | 2 | $10,000 |
| Pennsylvania | 1 | $10,000 |
| California | 1 | $5,000 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $5,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| American Friends Magen David Anom | charity | $25,000 |
| JFCS of New Jersey | charity | $25,000 |
| Win | charity | $10,000 |
| American Friends of Meir Panim | charity | $10,000 |
| Doctors Without Borders | Charity | $10,000 |
| Tunnel to Towers Foundation | Charity | $10,000 |
| JAFCO Childrens Center | charity | $5,000 |
| Navy Seal Foundation | charity | $5,000 |
| Center for Food Action | Charity | $5,000 |
| Covenant House of NJ | charity | $5,000 |
| Spirit of America | charity | $5,000 |
| American Red Cross | charity | $5,000 |
| Semper Fi and Americas Fund | charity | $5,000 |
| Special Operations Warrier Foundati | charity | $5,000 |
| Facing History and Ourselves | charity | $5,000 |
| Family Promise of New Jersey | charity | $5,000 |
| UJA Federation New York | charity | $5,000 |
| American Friends of WGH Western Galilee | charity | $5,000 |
| Bergen Family Center | charity | $5,000 |
| Center For Hope and Safety | Charity | $5,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Carol Geisenheimer
- Jeffrey S Geisenheimer
- Lisa K Shamus
Questions people ask
Does Frank and Esther G Stein and Carol S Geisenheimer Charitable Foundati accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Frank and Esther G Stein and Carol S Geisenheimer Charitable Foundati give?
$160,000 in tax year 2025, across 20 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs Frank and Esther G Stein and Carol S Geisenheimer Charitable Foundati?
Its 2025 filing lists Carol Geisenheimer (President), Jeffrey S Geisenheimer (Vice President) and Lisa K Shamus (Secretary).
What does Frank and Esther G Stein and Carol S Geisenheimer Charitable Foundati fund?
Based on its grants, mainly human services.