Finkelstein Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Finkelstein Family Foundation is a private foundation in Jericho, New York. In tax year 2025 it gave $32,205 in 15 grants; the typical grant was $500 and the largest $16,375. 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$32,205
- Number of grants15
- Typical grant$500
- Largest grant$16,375
- Assets$357,965
- New grantees53%
Giving in 2025 was up from $16,350 the year before.
53% 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 | $30,000 | 1 | $387,837 |
| 2024 | $16,350 | 15 | $380,366 |
| 2025 | $32,205 | 15 | $357,965 |
How to apply
Finkelstein Family 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 Finkelstein Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 5 states, the most to New York.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 10 | $29,255 |
| Florida | 1 | $1,000 |
| Tennessee | 1 | $1,000 |
| California | 2 | $750 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $200 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| 92nd Street Young Men's and Young Women's Hebrew Association | Charitable-non restricted support | $16,375 |
| UJA Federation of New York | Charitable-non restricted support | $10,000 |
| Park Avenue Synagogue | Charitable-non restricted support | $1,000 |
| Shriners Hospitals for Children | Charitable-non restricted support | $1,000 |
| St Jude Childrens Research Hospital | Charitable-non restricted support | $1,000 |
| Birthright Israel Foundation | Charitable-non restricted support | $500 |
| Congregation Bnai Israel | Charitable-non restricted support | $500 |
| Simon Wiesenthal Center | Charitable-non restricted support | $500 |
| Hadassah | Charitable-non restricted support | $300 |
| Mazon | Charitable-non restricted support | $250 |
| Aipac | Charitable-non restricted support | $200 |
| Central Park Conservancy | Charitable-non restricted support | $200 |
| Shaare Zedek | Charitable-non restricted support | $180 |
| Jewish National Fund | Charitable-non restricted support | $100 |
| The Doe Fund | Charitable-non restricted support | $100 |
Officers and trustees
- Estelle Finkelstein
- Eve Silver
- Michael Finkelstein
- Deborah Entel
- Jerome Finkelstein
Questions people ask
Does Finkelstein Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Finkelstein Family Foundation give?
$32,205 in tax year 2025, across 15 grants, with a typical grant of $500.
Who runs Finkelstein Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Estelle Finkelstein (President), Eve Silver (Secretary), Michael Finkelstein (Director) and Deborah Entel (Director) among 5 officers and trustees.
What does Finkelstein Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly health, youth programs and faith communities.