Ash Charitable Trust
Preselected recipients only
Ash Charitable Trust is a private foundation in Forest Hills, New York. In tax year 2024 it gave $197,183 in 17 grants; the typical grant was $1,800 and the largest $120,000. 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$197,183
- Number of grants17
- Typical grant$1,800
- Largest grant$120,000
- Assets$4.1 million
- New grantees77%
Giving in 2024 was up from $146,330 the year before.
77% 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 | $12,146 | 13 | $4.0 million |
| 2023 | $146,330 | 10 | $4.1 million |
| 2024 | $197,183 | 17 | $4.1 million |
How to apply
Ash Charitable Trust 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 Ash Charitable Trust funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to Pennsylvania.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Pennsylvania | 1 | $120,000 |
| New York | 14 | $73,333 |
| Illinois | 1 | $2,850 |
| Colorado | 1 | $1,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| University of Pennsylvania | For charity's specified services | $120,000 |
| Hope & Heroes | For charity's specified services | $37,000 |
| Jewish Community Relations | For charity's specified services | $9,000 |
| Pef Israel Endowment Funds | For charity's specified services | $9,000 |
| MSK Giving | For charity's specified services | $5,800 |
| Alzheimer's Association | For charity's specified services | $2,850 |
| Riverdale Country School | For charity's specified services | $2,500 |
| The Fresh Air Fund | For charity's specified services | $1,800 |
| Worldwide Friends Foundation | For charity's specified services | $1,800 |
| Birthright Israel Foundation | For charity's specified services | $1,800 |
| Israel Tennis Center | For charity's specified services | $1,800 |
| UJA Federation | For charity's specified services | $1,113 |
| Avh Foundation | For charity's specified services | $1,000 |
| Central Park Conservancy | For charity's specified services | $1,000 |
| Robin Hood Donation | For charity's specified services | $360 |
| 2X4 Foundation | For charity's specified services | $180 |
| America Scores New York | For charity's specified services | $180 |
Officers and trustees
- Steven Hoffman
- Abigail Hoffman
Questions people ask
Does Ash Charitable Trust accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Ash Charitable Trust give?
$197,183 in tax year 2024, across 17 grants, with a typical grant of $1,800.
Who runs Ash Charitable Trust?
Its 2024 filing lists Steven Hoffman (Trustee - As Required) and Abigail Hoffman (Trustee - As Required).
What does Ash Charitable Trust fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education.