Hyman & Ruth Muss Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
Hyman & Ruth Muss Foundation Inc is a private foundation in Forest Hills, New York. In tax year 2024 it gave $153,700 in 14 grants; the typical grant was $1,125 and the largest $125,000. 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$153,700
- Number of grants14
- Typical grant$1,125
- Largest grant$125,000
- Assets$343,399
- New grantees30%
Giving in 2024 was up from $135,650 the year before.
30% 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 | $135,650 | 15 | $507,739 |
| 2024 | $153,700 | 14 | $343,399 |
How to apply
Hyman & Ruth Muss Foundation Inc 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 Hyman & Ruth Muss Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 5 states, the most to New York.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 8 | $142,750 |
| Georgia | 2 | $6,500 |
| Florida | 2 | $2,500 |
| Maryland | 1 | $1,250 |
| Oklahoma | 1 | $700 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Northwell Health Foundation | Charitable | $125,000 |
| Crohn's & Colitis Foundation of America | Medical research | $10,000 |
| American Cancer Society | Medical research | $5,000 |
| Northwell Health Foundation | Charitable | $5,000 |
| American Cancer Society | Medical research | $1,500 |
| Boca Rio Foundation | Charitable | $1,500 |
| Foundation of Fighting Blindness | Charitable | $1,250 |
| Boca Rio Foundation | Charitable | $1,000 |
| Congregation Sons of Isreal | Religious | $1,000 |
| Jewish Communal Fund | Religious | $750 |
| How Foundation | Charitable | $700 |
| UJA - Federation of New York | Charitable | $600 |
| Northwell Health Foundation | Charitable | $300 |
| Avenue N Jewish Center | Religious | $100 |
Officers and trustees
- Stanley H Muss
- Joshua Muss
- Joseph McKillop
Questions people ask
Does Hyman & Ruth Muss Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Hyman & Ruth Muss Foundation Inc give?
$153,700 in tax year 2024, across 14 grants, with a typical grant of $1,125.
Who runs Hyman & Ruth Muss Foundation Inc?
Its 2024 filing lists Stanley H Muss (President), Joshua Muss (Vice President) and Joseph McKillop (Director).
What does Hyman & Ruth Muss Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly health, science and research and faith communities.