Helen & Aron Bistricer Torah Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Helen & Aron Bistricer Torah Foundation is a private foundation in Brooklyn, New York. In tax year 2025 it gave $45,797 in 25 grants; the typical grant was $218 and the largest $31,344. 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$45,797
- Number of grants25
- Typical grant$218
- Largest grant$31,344
- Assets$580,472
- New grantees28%
Giving in 2025 was up from $41,314 the year before.
28% 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 | $16,428 | 30 | $398,900 |
| 2024 | $41,314 | 24 | $480,741 |
| 2025 | $45,797 | 25 | $580,472 |
How to apply
Helen & Aron Bistricer Torah 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 Helen & Aron Bistricer Torah Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to New York.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 22 | $42,225 |
| New Jersey | 3 | $3,572 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Yeshiva University | General operating budget | $31,344 |
| Refuah Toys Foundation | General operating budget | $4,226 |
| Tashbar of Lakewood Inc | General operating budget | $2,700 |
| Congregation Tefilas Yeshurim | General operating budget | $1,200 |
| Various Charities | General operating budget | $1,106 |
| Tomchai Shabbos of Boro Park | General operating budget | $1,036 |
| Zichron Aron Inc | General operating budget | $1,000 |
| Bnos Esther Malka Inc | General operating budget | $474 |
| Vaad Harabbanim Linyanei Tzeduka Inc | General operating budget | $398 |
| Tehillim Kollel | General operating budget | $285 |
| A Torah Infertility Medium of Exchange | General operating budget | $268 |
| American Friends of Kupat Hair Inc | General operating budget | $220 |
| Chai Lifeline Inc | General operating budget | $218 |
| Cong Khal Yeriem D'chust | General operating budget | $200 |
| First Cong Anshei Sefard of Borough Park | General operating budget | $198 |
| Adopt A Shadchan Corp | General operating budget | $180 |
| Mosdos Kever Rachel Imeinu | General operating budget | $180 |
| Ezras Yisroel | General operating budget | $140 |
| Ohr Naava | General operating budget | $100 |
| Rabbi Meir Baal Haness Chesed Utzdaka | General operating budget | $90 |
| Agudath Israel of America | General operating budget | $72 |
| Bonei Olam | General operating budget | $72 |
| Care for Special Needs Children Foundation Inc | General operating budget | $36 |
| Zichron Shloma Refuah Fund | General operating budget | $36 |
| Bikur Cholim of NYC | General operating budget | $18 |
Officers and trustees
- Bracha Retter
- Frances Klein
Questions people ask
Does Helen & Aron Bistricer Torah Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Helen & Aron Bistricer Torah Foundation give?
$45,797 in tax year 2025, across 25 grants, with a typical grant of $218.
Who runs Helen & Aron Bistricer Torah Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Bracha Retter (Trustee) and Frances Klein (Trustee).
What does Helen & Aron Bistricer Torah Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities and environment and conservation.