Ivan Ciment Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Ivan Ciment Foundation is a private foundation in New York, New York. In tax year 2025 it gave $63,855 in 16 grants; the typical grant was $1,000 and the largest $24,840. 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$63,855
- Number of grants16
- Typical grant$1,000
- Largest grant$24,840
- Assets$1.5 million
- New grantees38%
Giving in 2025 was up from $31,850 the year before.
38% 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 | $36,637 | 21 | $1.1 million |
| 2024 | $31,850 | 22 | $1.3 million |
| 2025 | $63,855 | 16 | $1.5 million |
How to apply
Ivan Ciment 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 Ivan Ciment Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 5 states, the most to New York.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 9 | $31,665 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $24,840 |
| New Jersey | 3 | $3,350 |
| Missouri | 2 | $2,000 |
| Ohio | 1 | $2,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Washington Institute | General purpose | $24,840 |
| Greater Miami Jewish Federation | General purpose | $15,000 |
| Jewish Center Synagogue | General purpose | $8,950 |
| West Side Synagogue | General purpose | $3,825 |
| Jgive Friends of Asor Fund USA Inc | General purpose | $2,500 |
| American Friends of Ogen Inc | General purpose | $2,000 |
| American Friends of Nishmat | General purpose | $1,740 |
| Chabad at Washington University | General purpose | $1,000 |
| Washuhilel | General purpose | $1,000 |
| Leket Israel | General purpose | $750 |
| Bayit Lepleitot | General purpose | $750 |
| Oneg Shabbat of the West Side | General purpose | $500 |
| Yeshivat Maharat | General purpose | $360 |
| Hatzoloh Upper Westside | General purpose | $300 |
| Amit Children | General purpose | $240 |
| United Synagogue of Hoboken | General purpose | $100 |
Officers and trustees
- Ivan Ciment
Questions people ask
Does Ivan Ciment Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Ivan Ciment Foundation give?
$63,855 in tax year 2025, across 16 grants, with a typical grant of $1,000.
Who runs Ivan Ciment Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Ivan Ciment (President).
What does Ivan Ciment Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities.