Herbert & Yvonne Missry Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Herbert & Yvonne Missry Foundation is a private foundation in Brooklyn, New York. In tax year 2025 it gave $611,649 in 20 grants; the typical grant was $13,750 and the largest $267,180. 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$611,649
- Number of grants20
- Typical grant$13,750
- Largest grant$267,180
- Assets$324,531
- New grantees58%
Giving in 2025 was up from $328,333 the year before.
58% 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 | $275,773 | 16 | $521,794 |
| 2024 | $328,333 | 17 | $603,107 |
| 2025 | $611,649 | 20 | $324,531 |
How to apply
Herbert & Yvonne Missry 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 Herbert & Yvonne Missry Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its US grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to New York. It also paid $11,674 in 1 grant to recipients outside the US.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 15 | $488,575 |
| New Jersey | 4 | $111,400 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Individual | Religious | $267,180 |
| DSN | Religious | $60,000 |
| Magan David Synagogue | Religious | $33,823 |
| Individual | Charitable | $30,593 |
| Ny Cancer Center | Medical | $30,000 |
| Individual | Religious | $28,701 |
| Maor Yeshiva High School | Educational | $26,000 |
| Ohel Simcha Super Fund | Charitable | $20,200 |
| Individual | Charitable | $15,000 |
| Chazak | Charitable | $14,500 |
| Albert Missry Foundation | Religious | $13,000 |
| The Safe Foundation | Medical | $12,600 |
| Chabad of St Tropez | Charitable | $11,674 |
| Individual | Medical | $10,590 |
| The Education Association for | Educational | $10,000 |
| Individual | Religious | $7,000 |
| Edmund J Safra Synagogue | Religious | $5,988 |
| Individual | Educational | $5,200 |
| Sephardic Community Center | Religious | $5,200 |
| Individual | Charitable | $4,400 |
Officers and trustees
- Morris Missry
- Linda Missry
- Mark I Ettinger
Questions people ask
Does Herbert & Yvonne Missry Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Herbert & Yvonne Missry Foundation give?
$611,649 in tax year 2025, across 20 grants, with a typical grant of $13,750.
Who runs Herbert & Yvonne Missry Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Morris Missry (President), Linda Missry (Vice Pres.) and Mark I Ettinger (Secretary).
What does Herbert & Yvonne Missry Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, health and education.