Emanuel & Riane Gruss Charitable Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
Emanuel & Riane Gruss Charitable Foundation Inc is a private foundation in New York, New York. In tax year 2025 it gave $729,500 in 16 grants; the typical grant was $21,500 and the largest $200,000. 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$729,500
- Number of grants16
- Typical grant$21,500
- Largest grant$200,000
- Assets$20.3 million
- New grantees31%
Giving in 2025 was down from $926,910 the year before.
31% 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | $632,263 | 45 | $16.5 million |
| 2023 | $665,850 | 23 | $19.0 million |
| 2024 | $926,910 | 19 | $19.0 million |
| 2025 | $729,500 | 16 | $20.3 million |
How to apply
Emanuel & Riane Gruss Charitable Foundation Inc 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 Emanuel & Riane Gruss Charitable Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to New York.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 13 | $534,500 |
| New Jersey | 2 | $180,000 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $15,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Abraham Joshua Heschel School | Charitable | $200,000 |
| Camp Ramah in the Berkshires Inc | Camp ramah in the berkshires is a vibrant summer camp community, where children grow in a beautiful and safe setting, surrounded by life-long friends and nurtured by spirited role models. From sports to the arts and from swimming to outdoor adventure, camp is infused with the best of the tradition and values of conservative judaism: love of mitzvot, hebrew language, and the land and people of israel; commitment to inclusion and tikun olam; and the joy of learning and prayer. Ramah is a transformative jewish experience for its campers, staff, families and the communities of the new york metropolitan area, and a place where judaism is lived, shabbat is cherished and every moment is elevated. | $150,000 |
| B'nai Jeshurun | Synagogue located on the upper west side of manhattan | $100,000 |
| National Yiddish Theater Folksbiene | To celebrate the yiddish experience through the performing arts. | $90,000 |
| The Shefa School | To maximize the learning of students with language-based learning disabilities. | $36,000 |
| Am Yisrael Foundation | Charitable | $30,000 |
| America-Israel Friendship League | Strengthening the relationship between americans & israelis | $25,000 |
| UJA Federation | Jewish philanthropic organization | $25,000 |
| Abraham Initiatives | To fulfill the israeli declaration of independence's promise of "full and equal citizenship" for all israelis. | $18,000 |
| American Friends of Elem | Educating the community on issues related to troubled youth and young adults in israel such as domestic violence, substance abuse, neglect, bullying, homelessness and prostitution. | $18,000 |
| Edlavitch JCC | Engages individuals and families through its cultural, recreational, educational, and social justice programs by welcoming people of all backgrounds to connect, learn, serve and be entertained together in ways that reflect the unique role of the center in the nation's capital. | $15,000 |
| Isef Foundation | Empower extraordinary individuals of underserved backgrounds and top academic merit to reach their highest potential | $10,000 |
| Metropolitan Opera | To bring thrilling productions to opera lovers worldwide. | $5,500 |
| Manhattan Theatre Club | Produce innovative theatre of the highest quality by american and international playwrights | $3,000 |
| Camp Ramah Nyack | To create and sustain excellent summer camps and israel programs that inspire commitment to and engagement in jewish life, and develop the next generation of jewish professional leaders. | $2,500 |
| Glimmerglass Opera | Non-profit summer opera company | $1,500 |
Officers and trustees
- Riane Gruss
- Shira Nadich Levin
Questions people ask
Does Emanuel & Riane Gruss Charitable Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Emanuel & Riane Gruss Charitable Foundation Inc give?
$729,500 in tax year 2025, across 16 grants, with a typical grant of $21,500.
Who runs Emanuel & Riane Gruss Charitable Foundation Inc?
Its 2025 filing lists Riane Gruss (President) and Shira Nadich Levin (Trustee).
What does Emanuel & Riane Gruss Charitable Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, faith communities and arts and culture.