Aaron & Ruth Jungreis Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Aaron & Ruth Jungreis Foundation is a private foundation in Lawrence, New York. In tax year 2025 it gave $514,966 in 30 grants; the typical grant was $10,000 and the largest $250,000. 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$514,966
- Number of grants30
- Typical grant$10,000
- Largest grant$250,000
- Assets$1.1 million
- New grantees93%
Giving in 2025 was up from $61,160 the year before.
93% 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 | $111,350 | 22 | $1.2 million |
| 2024 | $61,160 | 10 | $1.2 million |
| 2025 | $514,966 | 30 | $1.1 million |
How to apply
Aaron & Ruth Jungreis 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 Aaron & Ruth Jungreis Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 6 states, the most to New Jersey.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New Jersey | 5 | $322,000 |
| New York | 21 | $171,806 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $18,000 |
| Florida | 1 | $1,800 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $1,000 |
| Wisconsin | 1 | $360 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Keren Hatzedakah | Charitable | $250,000 |
| Chomesh Kollel | Charitable | $36,000 |
| Shalom Academy for Torah | Charitable | $30,000 |
| Kulanu Academy | Charitable | $25,750 |
| Congregation Beth Sholom | Charitable | $20,000 |
| Hachaim Vahashalom | Charitable | $18,000 |
| Chabad Five Towns | Charitable | $12,500 |
| Al Kanfei Nisharim | Charitable | $10,000 |
| Congregation Reb Meir Heness | Charitable | $10,000 |
| Kids in Camp | Charitable | $10,000 |
| Phyllis F Albstein Fund for Brian Science | Charitable | $10,000 |
| RCCS | Charitable | $10,000 |
| Refuah Resources | Charitable | $10,000 |
| Tzohar Israel Foundation | Charitable | $10,000 |
| Yachad | Charitable | $10,000 |
| Yeshiva Kol Yaakov | Charitable | $10,000 |
| Kollel of Flatbush | Charitable | $9,000 |
| Davis Memorial Fund | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Nachals Avos | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Algemier | Charitable | $3,600 |
| Bikur Cholim of Manhattan | Charitable | $3,000 |
| Colel Chabad | Charitable | $2,000 |
| Wainbaum Yeshiva | Charitable | $1,800 |
| American Friends of Lehet | Charitable | $1,000 |
| Yad Rachel | Charitable | $1,000 |
| Charidy Israel | Charitable | $360 |
| Friends in Need | Charitable | $360 |
| Kac | Charitable | $360 |
| Ozer Dalim | Charitable | $118 |
| The Matzliach Organization | Charitable | $118 |
Officers and trustees
- Aaron Jungreis
- Ruth Jungreis
Questions people ask
Does Aaron & Ruth Jungreis Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Aaron & Ruth Jungreis Foundation give?
$514,966 in tax year 2025, across 30 grants, with a typical grant of $10,000.
Who runs Aaron & Ruth Jungreis Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Aaron Jungreis (President) and Ruth Jungreis (V.P.).
What does Aaron & Ruth Jungreis Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities and education.