Keren Yud Mem Inc
Preselected recipients only
Keren Yud Mem Inc is a private foundation in Cedarhurst, New York. In tax year 2024 it gave $258,250 in 65 grants; the typical grant was $2,000 and the largest $53,000. 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$258,250
- Number of grants65
- Typical grant$2,000
- Largest grant$53,000
- Assets$1.4 million
- New grantees59%
Giving in 2024 was up from $192,880 the year before.
59% 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 | $638,460 | 135 | $2.6 million |
| 2023 | $192,880 | 52 | $1.8 million |
| 2024 | $258,250 | 65 | $1.4 million |
How to apply
Keren Yud Mem 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 Keren Yud Mem Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to New Jersey.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New Jersey | 26 | $143,000 |
| New York | 38 | $113,250 |
| Minnesota | 1 | $2,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Khal Zichron Pinchas | N/a unrestricted | $53,000 |
| Davis Memorial Fund | N/a unrestricted | $23,000 |
| Bais Medrash of East End | N/a unrestricted | $14,000 |
| Lakewood Cheder | N/a unrestricted | $12,100 |
| Bais Yaakov of Queens | N/a unrestricted | $12,000 |
| Congregation Meor Hatefilah | N/a unrestricted | $11,200 |
| Ein Od Milvado | N/a unrestricted | $10,000 |
| Aniyei Yerushalayim | N/a unrestricted | $8,000 |
| Keren Even Habochen | N/a unrestricted | $7,200 |
| Bais Medrash of Rockland | N/a unrestricted | $7,000 |
| Zichron Moshe Nechemia | N/a unrestricted | $6,000 |
| American Friends of Emanuel Inc | N/a unrestricted | $5,000 |
| Shinun Vchazara | N/a unrestricted | $5,000 |
| The Tzur Foundation | N/a unrestricted | $5,000 |
| Yeshiva Beth Hillel | N/a unrestricted | $5,000 |
| Mesivta of Long Beach | N/a unrestricted | $4,000 |
| Adireinu | N/a unrestricted | $3,000 |
| Congregation Bais Shalom | N/a unrestricted | $3,000 |
| Khal Adas Yereim of Kew Gardens | N/a unrestricted | $3,000 |
| Congregation Adas Yereim of Kew Gardens | N/a unrestricted | $2,500 |
| Mosdos Botoshan | N/a unrestricted | $2,500 |
| Rutgers Learning Network | N/a unrestricted | $2,500 |
| Yeshiva Beth Abraham Slonim of Jerusalem | N/a unrestricted | $2,500 |
| Yeshiva Gedola of Rockland | N/a unrestricted | $2,500 |
| Yeshiva Ohr Naftali | N/a unrestricted | $2,500 |
| Yeshiva Toras Chaim | N/a unrestricted | $2,500 |
| Yeshivas Nachlas Abba | N/a unrestricted | $2,500 |
| American Friends of Amaleh Shel Torah | N/a unrestricted | $2,000 |
| Bais Medrash Govoha | N/a unrestricted | $2,000 |
| Congregation Anshey Ashkenaz Zichron Bgty | N/a unrestricted | $2,000 |
| Isaac Schuman Foundation | N/a unrestricted | $2,000 |
| Keren Ezra | N/a unrestricted | $2,000 |
| Zichron Yosef Aryeh | N/a unrestricted | $2,000 |
| Hatzolah of Queens and Great Neck | N/a unrestricted | $1,800 |
| Yeshiva and Mesivta of Clifton | N/a unrestricted | $1,800 |
| American Friends of Ish El Rayeihu | N/a unrestricted | $1,500 |
| Jewish Outreach Congregation | N/a unrestricted | $1,500 |
| Bais Yaakov High School of Lakewood | N/a unrestricted | $1,400 |
| American Friends of Torah Byisroel | N/a unrestricted | $1,000 |
| Bais Hillel | N/a unrestricted | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Judith Sukenik Co RBS Bus Man LLC
- Yechiel Sukenik Co RBS Bus Man LLC
- Steven Schlachter
Questions people ask
Does Keren Yud Mem Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Keren Yud Mem Inc give?
$258,250 in tax year 2024, across 65 grants, with a typical grant of $2,000.
Who runs Keren Yud Mem Inc?
Its 2024 filing lists Judith Sukenik Co RBS Bus Man LLC (President & Secretary), Yechiel Sukenik Co RBS Bus Man LLC (Vice-President) and Steven Schlachter (Treasurer).
What does Keren Yud Mem Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, environment and conservation and education.