Alternative Energy Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Alternative Energy Foundation is a private foundation in Brooklyn, New York. In tax year 2024 it gave $1.4 million in 11 grants; the typical grant was $35,000 and the largest $470,000. 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$1.4 million
- Number of grants11
- Typical grant$35,000
- Largest grant$470,000
- Assets$1.7 million
- New grantees36%
Giving in 2024 was down from $4.1 million the year before.
36% of its 2024 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a mix of repeat and new grantees.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $4.1 million | 16 | $3.1 million |
| 2024 | $1.4 million | 11 | $1.7 million |
How to apply
Alternative Energy 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 Alternative Energy Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to New York.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 9 | $1.1 million |
| New Jersey | 2 | $263,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Pledger Charitable LTD | For religious education purposes | $470,000 |
| Mosdos Pnei Menachem | For religious education purposes | $267,000 |
| American Friends of Birkat Haaretz | To promote religious education | $260,000 |
| Friends of Harim Inc | To promote religious education | $200,000 |
| Friends of Mosdot Gur | For religious education purposes | $90,000 |
| American Friends of Mosdos Bet Shem | To promote religious education | $35,000 |
| Yeshiva Ktana Inc | To promote religious education | $30,000 |
| Cong Lev Simcha | For religious education purposes | $25,000 |
| Kupat Ramban | For religious education purposes | $13,500 |
| Cong Bais Berliner | To promote religious education | $5,000 |
| Congregation Tiferes Yaakov | To promote religious education | $3,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Rivka Landau
- Sara Mayteles
Questions people ask
Does Alternative Energy Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Alternative Energy Foundation give?
$1.4 million in tax year 2024, across 11 grants, with a typical grant of $35,000.
Who runs Alternative Energy Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Rivka Landau (Trustees) and Sara Mayteles (Trustees).
What does Alternative Energy Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education and faith communities.