The Blumenfeld Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Blumenfeld Family Foundation is a private foundation in Teaneck, New Jersey. In tax year 2024 it gave $95,496 in 66 grants; the typical grant was $500 and the largest $30,732. 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$95,496
- Number of grants66
- Typical grant$500
- Largest grant$30,732
- Assets$36,221
- New grantees64%
Giving in 2024 was down from $118,605 the year before.
64% of its 2024 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | $180,116 | 85 | $137,296 |
| 2023 | $118,605 | 66 | $70,207 |
| 2024 | $95,496 | 66 | $36,221 |
How to apply
The Blumenfeld 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 The Blumenfeld Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 7 states, the most to New Jersey.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New Jersey | 28 | $67,610 |
| New York | 30 | $25,018 |
| Illinois | 1 | $1,000 |
| Florida | 3 | $932 |
| Pennsylvania | 2 | $536 |
| Michigan | 1 | $250 |
| California | 1 | $150 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Cong Bnai Yeshurun | Donees unrestricted exempt purposes | $30,732 |
| Zichron Avoseinei | Donee's unrestricted exempt purposes | $8,200 |
| Cong Keter Torah | Donees unrestricted exempt purposes | $6,953 |
| Noam Hatorah | Donees unrestricted exempt purposes | $6,000 |
| Beth Medrash of Bergenfield | Donees unrestricted exempt purposes | $4,000 |
| Yeshiva Noam | Donee's unrestricted exempt purposes | $4,000 |
| Yu Torah | Donee's unrestricted exempt purposes | $2,980 |
| Yad Leah | Donee's unrestricted exempt purposes | $1,980 |
| Agudath Israel of America | Donees unrestricted exempt purposes | $1,800 |
| Tunnel to Towers Foundation | Donees unrestricted exempt purposes | $1,800 |
| Kollel of Passaic | Donees unrestricted exempt purposes | $1,540 |
| Enter Kollel | Donees unrestricted exempt purposes | $1,540 |
| Teaneck Mikvah Association | Donee's unrestricted exempt purpose | $1,111 |
| Ybh of Passaic | Donees unrestricted exempt purposes | $1,072 |
| Hebron Fund | Donees unrestricted exempt purposes | $1,028 |
| Amit | Donee's unrestricted exempt purposes | $1,000 |
| Metzad Congregation | Donee's unrestricted exempt purposes | $1,000 |
| Sinai Schools | Donee's unrestricted exempt purposes | $1,000 |
| Ncsy | Donee's unrestricted exempt purpose | $1,000 |
| Zichron Tzvi Elimelech | Donee's unrestricted exempt purpose | $1,000 |
| Kehillah Fund | Donees unrestricted exempt purposes | $1,000 |
| Keter Torah | Donee's unrestricted exempt purpose | $990 |
| Ezrah | Donee's unrestricted exempt purpose | $860 |
| Rinat | Donee's unrestrcited exempt purpose | $750 |
| Colel Chabad | Donee's unrestricted exempt purposes | $732 |
| Tomchei Shabbos | Donee's unrestricted exempt purpose | $720 |
| Gemara Boot Camp | Donee's unrestricted exempt purpose | $691 |
| Friends of the Idf | Donee's unrestricted exempt purpose | $616 |
| Tabc | Donee's unrestricted exempt purpose | $550 |
| Yad Eliezer | Donees unrestricted exempt purposes | $540 |
| Yeshivas Mir Yerushalayim | Donee's unrestricted exempt purpose | $540 |
| Camp Moshava | Donee's unrestricted exempt purposes | $500 |
| Chabad of Hasbrouck Heights | Donee's unrestricted exempt purpose | $500 |
| Etz Chaim Charity Fund | Donee's unrestricted exempt purpose | $500 |
| Partners in Torah Passaic | Donee's unrestricted exempt purpose | $500 |
| Matzoh Fund | Donee's unrestricted exempt purpose | $500 |
| Aish Global | Donee's unrestricted exempt purposes | $360 |
| Merkaz Habrit | Donee's unrestricted exempt purposes | $360 |
| Bergen Shomrim | Donee's unrestricted exempt purposes | $360 |
| Chessed Fund-American FR Brooklyn | Donee's unrestricted exempt purpose | $360 |
Officers and trustees
- Howard Blumenfeld
- Lois Blumenfeld
- Saul Kasovitz
- Rachelle Margulies
Questions people ask
Does The Blumenfeld Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Blumenfeld Family Foundation give?
$95,496 in tax year 2024, across 66 grants, with a typical grant of $500.
Who runs The Blumenfeld Family Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Howard Blumenfeld (Secretary Tr), Lois Blumenfeld (President), Saul Kasovitz (Officer) and Rachelle Margulies (Officer).
What does The Blumenfeld Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, youth programs and education.