The Genesis Foundation
Accepts applications
The Genesis Foundation is a private foundation in Ramsey, New Jersey. In tax year 2024 it gave $235,623 in 18 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 and the largest $100,000. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$235,623
- Number of grants18
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$100,000
- Assets$4.6 million
- New grantees50%
Giving in 2024 was down from $250,405 the year before.
50% 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 | $134,335 | 13 | $4.1 million |
| 2023 | $250,405 | 17 | $4.1 million |
| 2024 | $235,623 | 18 | $4.6 million |
How to apply
| Contact | Jerrold Grossman PO Box 95, River Edge, NJ 07661 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (201) 785-9175 |
| What to submit | Typed and letter form including all relevant information on grant request |
What The Genesis Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 5 states, the most to Missouri.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Missouri | 2 | $105,000 |
| Florida | 4 | $78,963 |
| New York | 6 | $32,900 |
| New Jersey | 5 | $12,760 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $6,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Washington University | Unrestricted general use | $100,000 |
| Pine Crest School Foundation | Unrestricted general use | $45,000 |
| Boca Raton Reg Hosp Fdn | Unrestricted general use | $20,000 |
| Pap Corp | Unrestricted general use | $10,363 |
| American Friends of Magen Dav | Unrestricted general use | $10,000 |
| Riverdale Country School | Unrestricted general use | $10,000 |
| Leukemia and Lynphoma Soc | Unrestricted general use | $7,500 |
| Jewish Women Intl | Unrestricted general use | $6,000 |
| Ems Apple Tree Fund | Unrestricted general use | $5,000 |
| Chabad on Campus | Unrestricted general use | $5,000 |
| St Josephs Health Fdn | Unrestricted general use | $4,000 |
| Impact 100 PBC | Unrestricted general use | $3,600 |
| Valley Chabad | Unrestricted general use | $2,340 |
| Israeli Tennis Center Foundation | Unrestricted general use | $1,800 |
| Play for Pink | Unrestricted general use | $1,800 |
| Birthright Israel Foundation | Unrestricted general use | $1,800 |
| Cancer Care | Unrestricted general use | $1,170 |
| Policemans Benovolent | Unrestricted general use | $250 |
Officers and trustees
- Jerrold Grossman
Questions people ask
Does The Genesis Foundation accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications.
How much does The Genesis Foundation give?
$235,623 in tax year 2024, across 18 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs The Genesis Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Jerrold Grossman (President).
What does The Genesis Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, faith communities and health.