Ma Tov Charitable Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Ma Tov Charitable Foundation is a private foundation in Teaneck, New Jersey. In tax year 2025 it gave $89,333 in 12 grants; the typical grant was $6,389 and the largest $18,000. 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$89,333
- Number of grants12
- Typical grant$6,389
- Largest grant$18,000
- Assets$4.3 million
- New grantees67%
Giving in 2025 was up from $44,732 the year before.
67% 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $47,218 | 7 | $4.1 million |
| 2024 | $44,732 | 6 | $4.2 million |
| 2025 | $89,333 | 12 | $4.3 million |
How to apply
Ma Tov Charitable 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 Ma Tov Charitable Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to New Jersey.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New Jersey | 8 | $51,333 |
| New York | 2 | $19,000 |
| Pennsylvania | 1 | $18,000 |
| Maryland | 1 | $1,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Caskey Torah Academy | To contribute to qualified charitable organizations. | $18,000 |
| Yeshivat Torah Shraga | To contribute to qualified charitable organizations. | $18,000 |
| Shearit Haplate of Bergen County | To contribute to qualified charitable organizations. | $12,000 |
| Rosenbaum Yeshiva of North Jersey | To contribute to qualified charitable organizations. | $10,000 |
| The Frisch School | To contribute to qualified charitable organizations. | $10,000 |
| Yeshivat Noam | To contribute to qualified charitable organizations. | $10,000 |
| Donations Under 1000 | To contribute to qualified charitable organizations. | $2,778 |
| Congregation Bnai Yeshurin | To contribute to qualified charitable organizations. | $2,395 |
| Ncsy | To contribute to qualified charitable organizations. | $2,160 |
| Torah Academy of Bergen County | To contribute to qualified charitable organizations. | $2,000 |
| Hebron Fund | To contribute to qualified charitable organizations. | $1,000 |
| Southeast Hebrew Congregation | To contribute to qualified charitable organizations. | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Sam Vogel
- Avi Vogel
Questions people ask
Does Ma Tov Charitable Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Ma Tov Charitable Foundation give?
$89,333 in tax year 2025, across 12 grants, with a typical grant of $6,389.
Who runs Ma Tov Charitable Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Sam Vogel (President) and Avi Vogel (Vice President).
What does Ma Tov Charitable Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities and education.