Herman & Yetta Geller Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Herman & Yetta Geller Foundation is a private foundation in Hohokus, New Jersey. In tax year 2025 it gave $50,991 in 17 grants; the typical grant was $500 and the largest $14,841. 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$50,991
- Number of grants17
- Typical grant$500
- Largest grant$14,841
- Assets$635,027
- New grantees12%
Giving in 2025 was down from $55,950 the year before.
12% of its 2025 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $54,013 | 17 | $581,034 |
| 2024 | $55,950 | 20 | $600,295 |
| 2025 | $50,991 | 17 | $635,027 |
How to apply
Herman & Yetta Geller 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 Herman & Yetta Geller Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to New Jersey.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New Jersey | 11 | $39,291 |
| Pennsylvania | 2 | $10,000 |
| New York | 3 | $1,200 |
| Illinois | 1 | $500 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Barnert Temple | Unrestricted | $14,841 |
| Family Connections | Unrestricted | $12,500 |
| Jewish Federation of Northern New Jersey | Unrestricted | $7,000 |
| Penn Hillel Foundation | Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| The University of Pennsylvania | Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| Valley Hospital Foundation | Unrestricted | $2,500 |
| Dwight-Englewood School | Unresticted | $1,750 |
| Play for Pink | Unrestricted | $1,000 |
| University of Chicago Booth School of Business | Unrestricted | $500 |
| Ho-Ho-Kus Volunteer Fire Dept | Unrestricted | $200 |
| Beach Heaven First Aid Squad Inc | Unrestricted | $100 |
| Beach Heaven Volunteer Fire Co | Unrestricted | $100 |
| Hadassah | Unrestricted | $100 |
| Long Beach Township | Unrestricted | $100 |
| Ramapo-Bergen Animal Refuge | Unrestricted | $100 |
| Shiners Hospital for Children | Unrestricted | $100 |
| Smile Train | Unrestricted | $100 |
Officers and trustees
- John Feldman
- Amy Feldman
- David Feldman
Questions people ask
Does Herman & Yetta Geller Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Herman & Yetta Geller Foundation give?
$50,991 in tax year 2025, across 17 grants, with a typical grant of $500.
Who runs Herman & Yetta Geller Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists John Feldman (President/Treas/Sec'y), Amy Feldman (Trustee) and David Feldman (Trustee).
What does Herman & Yetta Geller Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, education and health.