Klipper Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Klipper Family Foundation is a private foundation in Woodbury, New York. In tax year 2025 it gave $345,600 in 29 grants; the typical grant was $6,000 and the largest $50,000. 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$345,600
- Number of grants29
- Typical grant$6,000
- Largest grant$50,000
- Assets$15.4 million
- New grantees28%
Giving in 2025 was down from $390,840 the year before.
28% 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 | $260,275 | 31 | $7.5 million |
| 2024 | $390,840 | 27 | $13.8 million |
| 2025 | $345,600 | 29 | $15.4 million |
How to apply
Klipper Family 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 Klipper Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 7 states, the most to New York.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 23 | $259,100 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $36,000 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $18,000 |
| Maryland | 1 | $16,000 |
| New Jersey | 1 | $12,000 |
| Connecticut | 1 | $2,500 |
| Florida | 1 | $2,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| UJA Federation | Donation | $50,000 |
| Jewish National Fund | Donation | $41,000 |
| PJ Library | Donation | $36,000 |
| Birthright Israel Foundation | Donation | $25,000 |
| Usdan | Donation | $25,000 |
| North Shore Child-Family Guide | Donation | $24,500 |
| Jewish Education Project | Donation | $20,000 |
| Hillel the Foundation for Jewish | Donation | $18,000 |
| Har Shalom | Donation | $16,000 |
| Suffolk Y JCC | Donation | $14,000 |
| Camp Nejada | Donation | $12,000 |
| Jewish Community Relations Council | Donation | $10,000 |
| North Shore Animal League of Americ | Donation | $8,000 |
| Wildlife Conservation Society | Donation | $8,000 |
| The Lustgarten Foundation | Donation | $6,000 |
| Hunters Point Park Conservancy | Donation | $5,000 |
| American Friends of Rambam | Donation | $4,000 |
| Mid Island Y JCC | Donation | $4,000 |
| Woodbury Jewish Center | Donation | $3,600 |
| Freedom Reads | Donation | $2,500 |
| Northwell Health Foundation | Donation | $2,500 |
| 92nd Street Y of Ny | Donation | $2,000 |
| Kids Helping Kids | Donation | $2,000 |
| Temple Anshei Shalom | Donation | $2,000 |
| City Harvest | Donation | $1,000 |
| Citymeals on Wheels | Donation | $1,000 |
| Coalition for the Homeless | Donation | $1,000 |
| Israel Scholarship Education Founda | Donation | $1,000 |
| Manna Food Center | Donation | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- Mitchell S Klipper
- Rosemarie Klipper
Questions people ask
Does Klipper Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Klipper Family Foundation give?
$345,600 in tax year 2025, across 29 grants, with a typical grant of $6,000.
Who runs Klipper Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Mitchell S Klipper (Settlor) and Rosemarie Klipper (Trustee).
What does Klipper Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, education and youth programs.