The Pearl Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Pearl Family Foundation is a private foundation in Rochelle Park, New Jersey. In tax year 2024 it gave $122,545 in 33 grants; the typical grant was $2,000 and the largest $18,045. 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$122,545
- Number of grants33
- Typical grant$2,000
- Largest grant$18,045
- Assets$2.9 million
- New grantees46%
Giving in 2024 was up from $99,550 the year before.
46% 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 | $2.7 million | 14 | $2.3 million |
| 2023 | $99,550 | 25 | $2.8 million |
| 2024 | $122,545 | 33 | $2.9 million |
How to apply
The Pearl 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 Pearl Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 11 states, the most to Louisiana.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Louisiana | 12 | $48,545 |
| California | 4 | $25,000 |
| New York | 6 | $23,500 |
| District of Columbia | 3 | $10,500 |
| Maryland | 2 | $6,000 |
| Texas | 1 | $5,000 |
| Illinois | 1 | $1,000 |
| North Carolina | 1 | $1,000 |
| Vermont | 1 | $1,000 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $500 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Friends of Bayou St | Operations | $18,045 |
| Brigid Alliance | Social services | $10,000 |
| Youth Empowerment Project | Educational | $10,000 |
| Possibility Labs | Social services | $10,000 |
| Abortion Care | Social services | $5,000 |
| DKT International | Social services | $5,000 |
| National Abortion Federation | Social services | $5,000 |
| Planned Parenthood | Social services | $5,000 |
| Social Good Fund | Social services | $5,000 |
| Soul Foundation | Research | $5,000 |
| Wrrap | Social services | $5,000 |
| Access Reproductive | Social services | $5,000 |
| Lousiana Abortion Fund | Social services | $5,000 |
| New York Abortion Fund | Social services | $5,000 |
| Uno Foundation | Education | $3,000 |
| Tides Center | Social services | $2,500 |
| Greater New Orleans Foundation | Social services | $2,000 |
| Friends of Lafitte Greenway | Operations | $1,500 |
| Ponchartrain Conservancy | Operations | $1,500 |
| Louisiana Landmarks Society | Operations | $1,500 |
| Fsjna | Social services | $1,500 |
| Son of A Saint | Education | $1,500 |
| Wwno | Social services | $1,500 |
| Xavier University | Education | $1,500 |
| First Grade Community | Education | $1,000 |
| Thread Cultural | Social services | $1,000 |
| Wake | Education | $1,000 |
| Pennywise Foundation | Social services | $1,000 |
| Compassions & Choices | Social services | $500 |
| Population Connection | Social services | $500 |
| Cambridge Reproductive Health | Social services | $500 |
| Neo Philanthropy | Social services | $500 |
| Play for Pink | Social services | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- Jennifer Pearl
- Stephen Edelstein
Questions people ask
Does The Pearl Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Pearl Family Foundation give?
$122,545 in tax year 2024, across 33 grants, with a typical grant of $2,000.
Who runs The Pearl Family Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Jennifer Pearl (President) and Stephen Edelstein (Vice Preside).
What does The Pearl Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly human services and education.