Jacob and Anita Penzer Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Jacob and Anita Penzer Foundation is a private foundation in Lawrence, New York. In tax year 2024 it gave $651,260 in 55 grants; the typical grant was $2,000 and the largest $345,790. 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$651,260
- Number of grants55
- Typical grant$2,000
- Largest grant$345,790
- Assets$27.7 million
- New grantees51%
Giving in 2024 was down from $712,334 the year before.
51% of its 2024 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 | $712,334 | 54 | $28.7 million |
| 2024 | $651,260 | 55 | $27.7 million |
How to apply
Jacob and Anita Penzer 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 Jacob and Anita Penzer Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its US grants went to recipients in 9 states, the most to California. It also paid $5,000 in 1 grant to recipients outside the US.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 3 | $355,990 |
| Florida | 22 | $155,505 |
| New York | 19 | $68,170 |
| Puerto Rico | 2 | $44,660 |
| New Jersey | 3 | $6,000 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $5,665 |
| Connecticut | 1 | $5,000 |
| Iowa | 2 | $2,770 |
| Virginia | 1 | $2,500 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Eilat Charities | General | $345,790 |
| Areyvut Agricultural Jewish Learning | General | $57,940 |
| Chabad of the Puerto Rico | General | $39,660 |
| The Bass Museum | General | $31,156 |
| Haftr | General | $29,000 |
| Kspace Miami | General | $15,000 |
| Locusts Projects | General | $13,926 |
| Artists 4 Israel | General | $8,400 |
| National Association of Chevra Kadisha | General | $7,000 |
| Faena Arts | General | $6,109 |
| Zoo Miami Foundation | General | $5,900 |
| Institute of Contemporary Art | General | $5,665 |
| 2022 Act Society | General | $5,000 |
| Agudah of Five Towns | General | $5,000 |
| The Tribe 18 Inc | General | $5,000 |
| Woodhaven Foundation | General | $5,000 |
| Corporacion Para El Desarrollo de Escuel | General | $5,000 |
| Chesed Fund- Youn Boots for Israel | General | $3,705 |
| Urban Oasis Project | General | $3,700 |
| Big Brother Big Sister Miami | General | $3,186 |
| Jewish Museum of Florida | General | $3,000 |
| Aish Kodesh | General | $2,500 |
| Congregation Agudath Israel | General | $2,500 |
| Congregation Knesseth Israel | General | $2,500 |
| Friend of Asor | General | $2,500 |
| Perez Art Museum | General | $2,500 |
| Yeshiva University | General | $2,500 |
| Bring Them Home Now | General | $2,000 |
| Fairfield Tropical Botanic Garden | General | $2,000 |
| Congregation Bais Shalom | General | $2,000 |
| Agudah of West Lawrence | General | $1,800 |
| Stand With US | General | $1,800 |
| Young Jewish Professionals | General | $1,800 |
| South Florida | General | $1,800 |
| Style Saves | General | $1,626 |
| Vizcaya Museum and Gardens | General | $1,500 |
| Women of Tomorrow | General | $1,338 |
| Ann Storck Center Inc | General | $1,235 |
| Kol Hanear | General | $1,180 |
| Various Charities | General | $1,155 |
Officers and trustees
- Ariel Penzer
- Richard Penzer
- Jacki Penzer
- Jacob Penzer
- Michael Penzer
Questions people ask
Does Jacob and Anita Penzer Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Jacob and Anita Penzer Foundation give?
$651,260 in tax year 2024, across 55 grants, with a typical grant of $2,000.
Who runs Jacob and Anita Penzer Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Ariel Penzer (Vice Pres / Director), Richard Penzer (President / Director), Jacki Penzer (Vice Pres /Secretary /Dire) and Jacob Penzer (Vice Pres / Director) among 5 officers and trustees.
What does Jacob and Anita Penzer Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, education and arts and culture.