Granit Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Granit Foundation is a private foundation in Brooklyn, New York. In tax year 2024 it gave $243,745 in 70 grants; the typical grant was $426 and the largest $70,808. 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$243,745
- Number of grants70
- Typical grant$426
- Largest grant$70,808
- Assets$442,601
- New grantees34%
Giving in 2024 was down from $265,662 the year before.
34% of its 2024 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 | $265,662 | 72 | $466,924 |
| 2024 | $243,745 | 70 | $442,601 |
How to apply
Granit 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 Granit Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 7 states, the most to New Jersey.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New Jersey | 27 | $123,243 |
| New York | 37 | $87,637 |
| Illinois | 1 | $18,000 |
| Ohio | 2 | $10,205 |
| Georgia | 1 | $3,800 |
| Pennsylvania | 1 | $500 |
| Kentucky | 1 | $360 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Torah Academy of Bergen County | General | $70,808 |
| Ncsy - Ou | General | $25,000 |
| Emetai | General | $18,000 |
| Congregation Rinat Yisroel | General | $12,877 |
| Our Place | General | $12,000 |
| Congregation Torah U'tefilah | General | $11,700 |
| Mekor Care & Services Network | General | $10,000 |
| The Bayit Assn of New Jersey | General | $10,000 |
| Yavneh Academy | General | $8,183 |
| Project Ezra | General | $7,415 |
| Jewish Federation of North Bergen | General | $6,703 |
| Shavei Hevron Institute | General | $5,000 |
| Athletes for Israel | General | $4,000 |
| Olami Launch | General | $3,800 |
| Chai Lifelinecamp Simcha | General | $3,600 |
| Manhattan Jewish Experience | General | $3,600 |
| Yeshiva University - Riets | General | $3,050 |
| Sinai School | General | $2,500 |
| Mostot Botoshan | General | $2,250 |
| Friends of Idf | General | $2,140 |
| Kesher | General | $1,800 |
| Jewish National Fund | General | $1,600 |
| Yeshiva of Machzikai Hadas | General | $1,500 |
| Sharsheret | General | $1,130 |
| Congregation Zichron Moshe | General | $1,100 |
| Yachad | General | $1,061 |
| Congregation Beth Aaron | General | $1,025 |
| Jewish Family & Children Services | General | $851 |
| American Friends of Shaare Tzedek Hospital | General | $550 |
| Bris Avrohom | General | $500 |
| Camp Moshava | General | $500 |
| Friends of Lubavitch of Bergen County | General | $500 |
| Jewish Historical Society | General | $500 |
| Kayama | General | $500 |
| Belev Echad | General | $430 |
| The Mikvah Assn of Teaneck | General | $421 |
| RCCS | General | $414 |
| Mitch Gross Basketball Leauge | General | $400 |
| Grow Torah | General | $398 |
| Fidelity Charitable | General | $360 |
Officers and trustees
- Mark Wertenteil
- Ilana Wertenteil
Questions people ask
Does Granit Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Granit Foundation give?
$243,745 in tax year 2024, across 70 grants, with a typical grant of $426.
Who runs Granit Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Mark Wertenteil (Trustee) and Ilana Wertenteil (Trustee).
What does Granit Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, education and youth programs.