Kassel-Backer Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Kassel-Backer Foundation is a private foundation in Brooklyn, New York. In tax year 2025 it gave $9,565 in 5 grants; the typical grant was $1,545 and the largest $3,465. 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$9,565
- Number of grants5
- Typical grant$1,545
- Largest grant$3,465
- Assets$270,686
- New grantees60%
Giving in 2025 was down from $142,315 the year before.
60% 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 | $83,015 | 6 | $380,227 |
| 2024 | $142,315 | 6 | $268,249 |
| 2025 | $9,565 | 5 | $270,686 |
How to apply
Kassel-Backer 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 Kassel-Backer Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to New York.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 3 | $6,465 |
| Massachusetts | 2 | $3,100 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Congregation Beth Elohim | To promote spiritual development in the jewish religion | $3,465 |
| Martha's Vineyard Hebrew Center | To promote the jewish spiritual, cultural, intellectual, and artistic life on martha's vineyard | $1,555 |
| Sheriff's Meadow Foundation | To conserve the natural, beautiful, rural landscape and character of martha's vineyard for present and future generations | $1,545 |
| Brooklyn Botanic Garden Corporation | To inspire the stewardship of the environment through the conservation, display and enjoyment of plants with education programs and research focused on understanding and conserving regional plants and plant communities | $1,500 |
| Prospect Park Alliance | To store, develop and operate prospect park for the enjoyment of all by caring for the natural environment, preserving historic design and serving the public through facilities and programs | $1,500 |
Officers and trustees
- Michael A Backer
- Terry Kassel
- Stephen Backer
Questions people ask
Does Kassel-Backer Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Kassel-Backer Foundation give?
$9,565 in tax year 2025, across 5 grants, with a typical grant of $1,545.
Who runs Kassel-Backer Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Michael A Backer (Trustee), Terry Kassel (Trustee) and Stephen Backer (Trustee).
What does Kassel-Backer Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities and environment and conservation.