Joseph & Renee Bijou Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Joseph & Renee Bijou Family Foundation is a private foundation in Edison, New Jersey. In tax year 2024 it gave $429,896 in 15 grants; the typical grant was $10,000 and the largest $185,000. 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$429,896
- Number of grants15
- Typical grant$10,000
- Largest grant$185,000
- Assets$19.4 million
- New grantees33%
Giving in 2024 was down from $1.2 million the year before.
33% of its 2024 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | $563,749 | 30 | $13.2 million |
| 2023 | $1.2 million | 27 | $14.5 million |
| 2024 | $429,896 | 15 | $19.4 million |
How to apply
Joseph & Renee Bijou 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 Joseph & Renee Bijou Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to New York.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 7 | $336,361 |
| New Jersey | 7 | $48,235 |
| Florida | 1 | $45,300 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Jewish Communal Fund | Unrestricted support of organization's exempt purpose. | $185,000 |
| Ny University | Unrestricted support of organization's exempt purpose. | $81,393 |
| Chabad of East Delray Beach | Unrestricted support of organization's exempt purpose. | $45,300 |
| Mikdash Eliyahu | Unrestricted support of organization's exempt purpose. | $25,167 |
| Yeshivat of Flatbush | Unrestricted support of organization's exempt purpose. | $25,000 |
| Sephardic Foundation | Unrestricted support of organization's exempt purpose. | $15,000 |
| Beinat Israel | Unrestricted support of organization's exempt purpose. | $10,000 |
| Maor Yisrael | Unrestricted support of organization's exempt purpose. | $10,000 |
| Navat Yisrael | Unrestricted support of organization's exempt purpose. | $8,800 |
| Ahi Ezer Congregation | Unrestricted support of organization's exempt purpose. | $8,001 |
| Deal Sephardic Network | Unrestricted support of organization's exempt purpose. | $5,235 |
| BH Kresser Yehezkel | Unrestricted support of organization's exempt purpose. | $5,200 |
| Magen David Yeshiva | Unrestricted support of organization's exempt purpose. | $3,000 |
| Tiseret Ralphil | Unrestricted support of organization's exempt purpose. | $1,800 |
| Ohl Simcha | Unrestricted support of organization's exempt purpose. | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Joseph Bijou
- Murray Dweck
- Renee Bijou
- Albert Bijou
Questions people ask
Does Joseph & Renee Bijou Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Joseph & Renee Bijou Family Foundation give?
$429,896 in tax year 2024, across 15 grants, with a typical grant of $10,000.
Who runs Joseph & Renee Bijou Family Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Joseph Bijou (President), Murray Dweck (VP), Renee Bijou (VP) and Albert Bijou (VP).
What does Joseph & Renee Bijou Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities.