Gelles Family Foundation
Accepts applications
Gelles Family Foundation is a private foundation in Purchase, New York. In tax year 2025 it gave $19,700 in 6 grants; the typical grant was $1,900 and the largest $10,000. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$19,700
- Number of grants6
- Typical grant$1,900
- Largest grant$10,000
- Assets$713,044
- New grantees17%
Giving in 2025 was down from $42,200 the year before.
17% 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 | $13,900 | 3 | $496,568 |
| 2024 | $42,200 | 6 | $620,701 |
| 2025 | $19,700 | 6 | $713,044 |
How to apply
| Contact | Steve Gelles 2 Manhattanville Road Ste 403, Purchase, NY 10577-2500 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (914) 285-1430 |
| What to submit | Applications should be submitted in letter form and include sufficient information and material to show charitable purpose for management to make an informed decision. |
What Gelles Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to Connecticut.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Connecticut | 3 | $12,500 |
| New York | 3 | $7,200 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Hebrew Senior Care | Unrestricted | $10,000 |
| BIRTHRIGHT Israel Foundation | Unrestricted | $3,600 |
| Jewish Family Service | Unrestricted | $2,000 |
| Winnick Hillel | Unrestricted | $1,800 |
| American Jewish Committee | Unrestricted | $1,800 |
| New England Jewish Academy | Unrestricted | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- Steve Gelles
Questions people ask
Does Gelles Family Foundation accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications.
How much does Gelles Family Foundation give?
$19,700 in tax year 2025, across 6 grants, with a typical grant of $1,900.
Who runs Gelles Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Steve Gelles (President).
What does Gelles Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities.