Vernon Family Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
Vernon Family Foundation Inc is a private foundation in West Orange, New Jersey. In tax year 2025 it gave $9,540 in 10 grants; the typical grant was $630 and the largest $1,800. 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$9,540
- Number of grants10
- Typical grant$630
- Largest grant$1,800
- Assets$243,189
- New grantees40%
Giving in 2025 was up from $9,254 the year before.
40% 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 | $0 | 0 | $199,657 |
| 2024 | $9,254 | 14 | $213,459 |
| 2025 | $9,540 | 10 | $243,189 |
How to apply
Vernon Family Foundation Inc 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 Vernon Family Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 5 states, the most to New York.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 4 | $4,680 |
| New Jersey | 2 | $2,340 |
| Pennsylvania | 2 | $1,440 |
| California | 1 | $720 |
| Minnesota | 1 | $360 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Friends of the Israel Defense Forces | General nonmilitary support for the health well-being and education of Israels protectors | $1,800 |
| American Friends of Magen David Adom | General support of organization | $1,800 |
| Jewish Federation of Greater MetroWest NJ | Contribution to general appeal emergency fund for Ukraine and or emergency fund for Israel | $1,800 |
| Jewish Federation of Greater Philadelphia | Programming and charitable works for the Philadelphia Jewish community | $1,080 |
| StandWithUs | Support of the program operations of the organization. | $720 |
| Birthright Israel Foundation | Support subsidized young adult programing | $540 |
| Hebrew Free Burial Association | Provide dignified funeral and burial services for those unable to afford it within the Jewish Community. | $540 |
| American Friends of Unit 669 | General Support of the organization | $540 |
| Israeli Guide Dog Center USA | General support of the operations of the organization | $360 |
| Students Supporting Israel Movement | General support for program and operational activities of the organization. | $360 |
Officers and trustees
- Rabbi Lisa S Vernon
- Michael B Schatzberg
- Dr Chaim R Tuckman
Questions people ask
Does Vernon Family Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Vernon Family Foundation Inc give?
$9,540 in tax year 2025, across 10 grants, with a typical grant of $630.
Who runs Vernon Family Foundation Inc?
Its 2025 filing lists Rabbi Lisa S Vernon (Trustee), Michael B Schatzberg (Trustee) and Dr Chaim R Tuckman (Trustee).
What does Vernon Family Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities and education.