Friedman Family Charitable Trust
Preselected recipients only
Friedman Family Charitable Trust is a private foundation in New York, New York. In tax year 2024 it gave $2.5 million in 16 grants; the typical grant was $25,000 and the largest $1.0 million. 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$2.5 million
- Number of grants16
- Typical grant$25,000
- Largest grant$1.0 million
- Assets$3.5 million
- New grantees63%
Giving in 2024 was down from $3.0 million the year before.
63% 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | $1.1 million | 16 | $645,800 |
| 2023 | $3.0 million | 21 | $358,452 |
| 2024 | $2.5 million | 16 | $3.5 million |
How to apply
Friedman Family Charitable Trust 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 Friedman Family Charitable Trust funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 7 states, the most to New York.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 9 | $2.1 million |
| Illinois | 1 | $250,000 |
| New Jersey | 2 | $51,000 |
| Iowa | 1 | $36,000 |
| New Hampshire | 1 | $25,000 |
| Nevada | 1 | $25,000 |
| Florida | 1 | $5,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Yad Vashem USA Foundation | An unrestricted grant to further the donee's exempt purpose. | $1.0 million |
| American Friends of Yahad | An unrestricted grant to further the donee's exempt purpose. | $650,000 |
| American Friends of Bar-Ilan | An unrestricted grant to further the donee's exempt purpose. | $300,000 |
| Together With Israel | An unrestricted grant to further the donee's exempt purpose. | $250,000 |
| Yeshiva University | An unrestricted grant to further the donee's exempt purpose. | $50,000 |
| Dynasty Partners | An unrestricted grant to further the donee's exempt purpose. | $36,000 |
| Bris Avrohom | An unrestricted grant to further the donee's exempt purpose. | $33,000 |
| Israel Airforce Center | An unrestricted grant to further the donee's exempt purpose. | $25,000 |
| Lantos Foundation | An unrestricted grant to further the donee's exempt purpose. | $25,000 |
| Lincoln Square Synagogue | An unrestricted grant to further the donee's exempt purpose. | $24,550 |
| The Institute for Secure America | An unrestricted grant to further the donee's exempt purpose. | $20,000 |
| East Hill Synagogue | An unrestricted grant to further the donee's exempt purpose. | $18,000 |
| Auschwitz Jewish Center | An unrestricted grant to further the donee's exempt purpose. | $10,000 |
| UJA Federation Ny | An unrestricted grant to further the donee's exempt purpose.. | $6,000 |
| All Things Good Foundation | An unrestricted grant to further the donee's exempt purpose. | $5,000 |
| Friendship Circle | An unrestricted grant to further the donee's exempt purpose. | $1,800 |
Officers and trustees
- Philip Friedman
- Rosa Friedman
Questions people ask
Does Friedman Family Charitable Trust accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Friedman Family Charitable Trust give?
$2.5 million in tax year 2024, across 16 grants, with a typical grant of $25,000.
Who runs Friedman Family Charitable Trust?
Its 2024 filing lists Philip Friedman (Trustee) and Rosa Friedman (Trustee).
What does Friedman Family Charitable Trust fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities.