The Melik-Baschkopf Foundation
Accepts applications
The Melik-Baschkopf Foundation is a private foundation in Hillsdale, New Jersey. In tax year 2025 it gave $204,500 in 18 grants; the typical grant was $10,000 and the largest $25,000. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$204,500
- Number of grants18
- Typical grant$10,000
- Largest grant$25,000
- Assets$4.2 million
- New grantees44%
Giving in 2025 was up from $142,500 the year before.
44% 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 | $116,000 | 7 | $3.7 million |
| 2024 | $142,500 | 12 | $3.9 million |
| 2025 | $204,500 | 18 | $4.2 million |
How to apply
| Contact | Milton Kahn 12 Arden Place, Hillsdale, NJ 07642 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (201) 385-5508 |
| What to submit | No particular form of application; the request should include the name of the organization, purpose, use of requested funds. |
| Deadlines | Applications and requests are accepted and reviewed at any time. |
| Restrictions | No restrictions |
What The Melik-Baschkopf Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 7 states, the most to New York.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 7 | $77,500 |
| Connecticut | 2 | $50,000 |
| New Jersey | 5 | $38,500 |
| California | 1 | $25,000 |
| Maine | 1 | $10,000 |
| Arizona | 1 | $2,500 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $1,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Alpine Learning Group Inc | General fund | $25,000 |
| Ebenezer Gospel Assembly | General fund | $25,000 |
| Pancreatic Cancer Action Network | General fund | $25,000 |
| AL'S Angels | General fund | $25,000 |
| Seeds in the Middle | General fund | $20,000 |
| Cobble Hill Community Fund | General fund | $15,000 |
| Guiding Eyes for the Blind | General fund | $15,000 |
| Pilots to the Rescue | General fund | $15,000 |
| Breakthrough T1D | General fund | $10,000 |
| Netherland-America Foundation | General fund | $10,000 |
| Friends School of Portland | General fund | $10,000 |
| National Council of Jewish Woman Az Inc | General fund | $2,500 |
| Roots & Wings | General fund | $2,000 |
| Hudson Valley Cancer | General fund | $1,500 |
| Play for Pink | General fund | $1,000 |
| Boston Children's Hospital | General fund | $1,000 |
| St George & St Shenouda Coptic Orthodox Church | General fund | $1,000 |
| Hillsdale Public Library | General fund | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- Milton E Kahn
- Edward H Dietrich
- Andrea Reiff
Questions people ask
Does The Melik-Baschkopf Foundation accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications, with this on deadlines: Applications and requests are accepted and reviewed at any time..
How much does The Melik-Baschkopf Foundation give?
$204,500 in tax year 2025, across 18 grants, with a typical grant of $10,000.
Who runs The Melik-Baschkopf Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Milton E Kahn (Trustee), Edward H Dietrich (Trustee) and Andrea Reiff (Trustee).
What does The Melik-Baschkopf Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, faith communities and health.