Alfred A & Hanina Z Shasha Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Alfred A & Hanina Z Shasha Foundation is a private foundation in Harrison, New York. In tax year 2024 it gave $232,292 in 25 grants; the typical grant was $3,000 and the largest $84,550. 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$232,292
- Number of grants25
- Typical grant$3,000
- Largest grant$84,550
- Assets$3.9 million
- New grantees40%
Giving in 2024 was up from $176,130 the year before.
40% 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $176,130 | 27 | $3.8 million |
| 2024 | $232,292 | 25 | $3.9 million |
How to apply
Alfred A & Hanina Z Shasha 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 Alfred A & Hanina Z Shasha Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 8 states, the most to New York.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 14 | $158,632 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $25,000 |
| Virginia | 1 | $20,000 |
| New Jersey | 3 | $11,360 |
| Connecticut | 2 | $7,600 |
| District of Columbia | 2 | $6,000 |
| California | 1 | $3,600 |
| Louisiana | 1 | $100 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| UJA Federation | General Fund | $84,550 |
| AJC Transatlantic Institute | General fund | $25,000 |
| Making Peace Visible | General Fund | $25,000 |
| Westchester Jewish Council | General Fund | $21,122 |
| Nature Conservancy | General Fund | $20,000 |
| American Jewish Committee | General Fund | $10,000 |
| American Sephardi Federation | General Fund | $9,000 |
| Isef | General Fund | $5,000 |
| PEF Israel Endowment Funds Inc | General Fund | $5,000 |
| Pomfret School | General fund | $4,000 |
| Stand with Us | General Fund | $3,600 |
| Alliance for Cancer Gene Therapy | General Fund | $3,600 |
| Project Lyme | General fund | $3,000 |
| DOROT Inc | General Fund | $2,000 |
| Education for Employment | General fund | $1,800 |
| American Friends of Magen David Ado | General fund | $1,800 |
| The Netherland-America Foundation | General Fund | $1,800 |
| WQXR | General fund | $1,200 |
| JBN Partnership | General fund | $1,000 |
| Njop | General fund | $1,000 |
| Chai4Ever | General fund | $1,000 |
| American Israel Public Affairs Comm | General fund | $1,000 |
| Fisherman Mark | General fund | $360 |
| Congregation Bene Naharayim | General Fund | $360 |
| The National World War II | General Fund | $100 |
Officers and trustees
- Robert Y Shasha
- Dennis E Shasha
Questions people ask
Does Alfred A & Hanina Z Shasha Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Alfred A & Hanina Z Shasha Foundation give?
$232,292 in tax year 2024, across 25 grants, with a typical grant of $3,000.
Who runs Alfred A & Hanina Z Shasha Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Robert Y Shasha (President) and Dennis E Shasha (Director).
What does Alfred A & Hanina Z Shasha Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities and education.