Braka Philanthropic Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Braka Philanthropic Foundation is a private foundation in New York, New York. In tax year 2024 it gave $204,802 in 17 grants; the typical grant was $10,000 and the largest $57,050. 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$204,802
- Number of grants17
- Typical grant$10,000
- Largest grant$57,050
- Assets$10.9 million
- New grantees41%
Giving in 2024 was down from $362,711 the year before.
41% 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 | $362,711 | 27 | $9.9 million |
| 2024 | $204,802 | 17 | $10.9 million |
How to apply
Braka Philanthropic 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 Braka Philanthropic Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to New Jersey.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New Jersey | 7 | $122,301 |
| New York | 9 | $106,951 |
| Florida | 1 | $57,050 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Edmond J Safra Synagogue (FL) | Religious support | $57,050 |
| Shaare Ezra Congregation | Religious support | $42,701 |
| Hillel Yeshiva | Educational support | $36,000 |
| Uja- Federation of New York | Religious support | $36,000 |
| Ramaz School | Educational support | $25,000 |
| Sephardic Community Center | Religious support | $20,000 |
| Moise Safra Center | Religious support | $19,001 |
| Logan Community FH | Religious support | $12,500 |
| Sephardic Addiction Family Education | Educational support | $10,000 |
| Congregation Megan David of West Deal | Religious support | $6,500 |
| Edmond J Safra Synagogue (Ny) | Religious support | $5,200 |
| Sephardic Community Alliance | Other support | $4,500 |
| Young Israel of Great Neck | Religious support | $3,600 |
| Ilan High School | Educational support | $2,600 |
| Simha Organization | Religious support | $2,600 |
| Congregation Brothers of Israel | Religious support | $2,000 |
| Congregation Beit Edmond | Religious support | $1,050 |
Officers and trustees
- Ivor Braka Co Centurian Mgmt Corp
- David I Braka Co Cent Mgmt Corp
- Benjamin Braka Co Cent Mgmt Corp
Questions people ask
Does Braka Philanthropic Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Braka Philanthropic Foundation give?
$204,802 in tax year 2024, across 17 grants, with a typical grant of $10,000.
Who runs Braka Philanthropic Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Ivor Braka Co Centurian Mgmt Corp (Manager), David I Braka Co Cent Mgmt Corp (Manager) and Benjamin Braka Co Cent Mgmt Corp (Manager).
What does Braka Philanthropic Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities and education.