George W & Amy Newman Foundation
Preselected recipients only
George W & Amy Newman Foundation is a private foundation in New York, New York. In tax year 2025 it gave $52,500 in 7 grants; the typical grant was $7,500 and the largest $10,000. 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$52,500
- Number of grants7
- Typical grant$7,500
- Largest grant$10,000
- Assets$1.2 million
- New grantees43%
Giving in 2025 was down from $72,500 the year before.
43% 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 | $127,000 | 11 | $1.1 million |
| 2024 | $72,500 | 11 | $1.1 million |
| 2025 | $52,500 | 7 | $1.2 million |
How to apply
George W & Amy Newman 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.
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 5 states, the most to New Jersey.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New Jersey | 2 | $15,000 |
| New York | 2 | $12,500 |
| California | 1 | $10,000 |
| Pennsylvania | 1 | $10,000 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $5,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Institute of Jewish Spirituality | To fund organization's normal operations | $10,000 |
| Social and Environmental Entrepreneurs | To fund normal operations | $10,000 |
| Bergen County Bar Association | To fund organization's normal operations | $10,000 |
| Innocence Project | To fund organization's normal operations | $7,500 |
| JCC of Manhatan | To fund organization's normal operations | $5,000 |
| Smile Train | To fund organization's normal operations | $5,000 |
| The Good People Fund | To fund organization's normal operations | $5,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Carol Joseph
Questions people ask
Does George W & Amy Newman Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does George W & Amy Newman Foundation give?
$52,500 in tax year 2025, across 7 grants, with a typical grant of $7,500.
Who runs George W & Amy Newman Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Carol Joseph (Trustee).