Jesselson Foundation
Accepts applications
Jesselson Foundation is a private foundation in New York, New York. In tax year 2024 it gave $274,045 in 9 grants; the typical grant was $12,550 and the largest $100,000. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$274,045
- Number of grants9
- Typical grant$12,550
- Largest grant$100,000
- Assets$3.9 million
- New grantees67%
Giving in 2024 was down from $548,550 the year before.
67% 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | $195,850 | 9 | $5.0 million |
| 2023 | $548,550 | 7 | $4.3 million |
| 2024 | $274,045 | 9 | $3.9 million |
How to apply
| Contact | Michael G Jesselson C/O Jesselson CAPITAL-445 Park, Ave-Ste 1502, New York, NY 10022 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (212) 751-3666 |
| What to submit | TYPED |
What Jesselson Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to New York.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 8 | $261,495 |
| Florida | 1 | $12,550 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| The Netherland American FDTN | General charitable | $100,000 |
| Cteen Upper West Side Inc | General charitable | $86,300 |
| Pef Israel Endowment FDS | General charitable | $37,975 |
| Center for Jewish History | General charitable | $25,000 |
| Chabad of Key Biscayne | General charitable | $12,550 |
| Americn Friends of Israel Philharmonic | General charitable | $5,000 |
| Jewish Community Relations Council of Ny | Genweral charitable | $3,600 |
| The Tikvah Fund | General charitable | $2,000 |
| National Library of Israel | General charitable | $1,620 |
Officers and trustees
- Claire Strauss
- Steven Chill
- Ted Mirvis
- Michael Jesselson
Questions people ask
Does Jesselson Foundation accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications.
How much does Jesselson Foundation give?
$274,045 in tax year 2024, across 9 grants, with a typical grant of $12,550.
Who runs Jesselson Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Claire Strauss (Secy/Treasurer), Steven Chill (Director), Ted Mirvis (Vice President) and Michael Jesselson (President).
What does Jesselson Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities and arts and culture.