Eddie & Shawna Azar Charitable Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Eddie & Shawna Azar Charitable Foundation is a private foundation in Brooklyn, New York. In tax year 2025 it gave $162,282 in 26 grants; the typical grant was $1,048 and the largest $37,397. 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$162,282
- Number of grants26
- Typical grant$1,048
- Largest grant$37,397
- Assets$2,335
- New grantees27%
Giving in 2025 was down from $188,027 the year before.
27% of its 2025 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 | $121,978 | 31 | $5,393 |
| 2024 | $188,027 | 41 | $584 |
| 2025 | $162,282 | 26 | $2,335 |
How to apply
Eddie & Shawna Azar Charitable 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 Eddie & Shawna Azar Charitable Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to New York.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 19 | $116,495 |
| Minnesota | 1 | $34,500 |
| New Jersey | 5 | $10,241 |
| Arkansas | 1 | $1,226 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Beth Torah | General charitable purpose | $37,397 |
| Tads Tuition Aid | General charitable purpose | $34,500 |
| Barkai Foundation Inc | General charitable purpose | $21,600 |
| Morris Franco Cancer Center | General charitable purpose | $20,250 |
| Sbh-Sephardic Bikur Holim | General charitable purpose | $10,720 |
| Sephardic Food Fund | General charitable purpose | $10,360 |
| Special Childrens Center | General charitable purpose | $6,701 |
| UJA | General charitable purpose | $5,501 |
| Shuvi Nafshi Foundation | General charitable purpose | $2,600 |
| Hillel Yeshiva | General charitable purpose | $2,500 |
| Mitzvah Man Foundation | General charitable purpose | $1,800 |
| Chabad of Nwa | General charitable purpose | $1,226 |
| Renewal | General charitable purpose | $1,095 |
| BIKE4CHAI | General charitable purpose | $1,002 |
| Nesach Yisrael Institute | General charitable purpose | $1,000 |
| Simha Organization Inc | General charitable purpose | $1,000 |
| Pef Israel Endowment | General charitable purpose | $540 |
| Jersey Shore Hatzalah | General charitable purpose | $500 |
| Yeshiva Ohr Torah | General charitable purpose | $500 |
| Carmei Ha'ir | General charitable purpose | $360 |
| Kesher Organization | General charitable purpose | $360 |
| Meekudeshet | General charitable purpose | $360 |
| Ahava Baby | General charitable purpose | $180 |
| Ahi Ezer | General charitable purpose | $180 |
| Yeshivat Keter Torah | General charitable purpose | $180 |
| Nys Charities | General charitable purpose | $50 |
Officers and trustees
- Eddie Azar
- Shawna Azar
Questions people ask
Does Eddie & Shawna Azar Charitable Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Eddie & Shawna Azar Charitable Foundation give?
$162,282 in tax year 2025, across 26 grants, with a typical grant of $1,048.
Who runs Eddie & Shawna Azar Charitable Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Eddie Azar (Trustee) and Shawna Azar (Trustee).
What does Eddie & Shawna Azar Charitable Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities.