Benjamin & Lorelei Hammerman Foundation LTD
Preselected recipients only
Benjamin & Lorelei Hammerman Foundation LTD is a private foundation in New York, New York. In tax year 2025 it gave $76,473 in 25 grants; the typical grant was $180 and the largest $38,500. 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$76,473
- Number of grants25
- Typical grant$180
- Largest grant$38,500
- Assets$803,070
- New grantees59%
Giving in 2025 was up from $29,480 the year before.
59% 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 | $50,571 | 28 | $650,321 |
| 2024 | $29,480 | 30 | $766,898 |
| 2025 | $76,473 | 25 | $803,070 |
How to apply
Benjamin & Lorelei Hammerman Foundation LTD 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 Benjamin & Lorelei Hammerman Foundation LTD funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 6 states, the most to New York.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 19 | $52,773 |
| Maryland | 1 | $20,000 |
| Utah | 1 | $1,500 |
| Massachusetts | 2 | $1,100 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $1,000 |
| Virginia | 1 | $100 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Friends of the Idf | Contributions | $38,500 |
| John Hopkin Foundation | Contributions | $20,000 |
| Young Israel of Scarsdale | Contributions | $3,204 |
| JNF | Contributions | $2,500 |
| UJA | Contributions | $2,500 |
| 5th Ave Synogouge | Contributions | $2,420 |
| Westchester Day School | Contribution | $1,800 |
| Chabad of South Utah | Contributions | $1,500 |
| Aipac | Contributions | $1,000 |
| Camera | Contributions | $1,000 |
| American Friends of Magen David Ado | Contributions | $500 |
| Central Park Conservancy | Contributions | $275 |
| Individual | Contributions | $180 |
| Metropolitan Museum of Art | Contributions | $110 |
| Jewish Foundation for Righetous | Contributions | $100 |
| National Yiddish Book Center | Contribution | $100 |
| Israel Cancer Research Fund | Contributions | $100 |
| Guide Dog Foundation | Contributions | $100 |
| Nature Conservancy | Contributions | $100 |
| New York Public Library | Contributions | $100 |
| Individual | Contributions | $93 |
| Jewish Museum | Contributions | $75 |
| Dorot | Contributions | $72 |
| Israel Children's Cancer Foundation | Contributions | $72 |
| Individual | Contributions | $72 |
Officers and trustees
- Lorelei Hammerman
- Judith Weiss
- Hillel Hammerman
- Deborah Born
Questions people ask
Does Benjamin & Lorelei Hammerman Foundation LTD accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Benjamin & Lorelei Hammerman Foundation LTD give?
$76,473 in tax year 2025, across 25 grants, with a typical grant of $180.
Who runs Benjamin & Lorelei Hammerman Foundation LTD?
Its 2025 filing lists Lorelei Hammerman (Director), Judith Weiss (Director), Hillel Hammerman (Vice President) and Deborah Born (President).
What does Benjamin & Lorelei Hammerman Foundation LTD fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, faith communities and environment and conservation.