M & E Friedman Charitable Foundation
Preselected recipients only
M & E Friedman Charitable Foundation is a private foundation in Brooklyn, New York. In tax year 2025 it gave $210,517 in 13 grants; the typical grant was $6,000 and the largest $105,000. 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$210,517
- Number of grants13
- Typical grant$6,000
- Largest grant$105,000
- Assets$243,403
- New grantees86%
Giving in 2025 was up from $171,210 the year before.
86% 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 | $132,070 | 11 | $3,596 |
| 2024 | $171,210 | 15 | $149,905 |
| 2025 | $210,517 | 13 | $243,403 |
How to apply
M & E Friedman Charitable 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 M & E Friedman Charitable Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to New York.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 7 | $185,117 |
| New Jersey | 6 | $25,400 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Koilel Shema Institute | Aid to needy | $105,000 |
| Individual | Aid to needy | $45,000 |
| OJC Fund | Aid to needy | $10,000 |
| MISC Donations to other approved ch | Aid to needy | $9,517 |
| Individual | Aid to needy | $9,000 |
| Individual | Aid to needy | $6,400 |
| Individual | Aid to needy | $6,000 |
| Individual | Aid to needy | $5,000 |
| American Friends of Jerusalem Insti | Aid to needy | $3,600 |
| Bais Yaakov High School Lakewood | Aid to needy | $3,000 |
| Congregation Ani Maamin Bnos Chomes | Aid to needy | $3,000 |
| Individual | Aid to needy | $3,000 |
| Bnos Yaakov Elementary School | Aid to needy | $2,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Robert Friedman
- Esther Friedman
Questions people ask
Does M & E Friedman Charitable Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does M & E Friedman Charitable Foundation give?
$210,517 in tax year 2025, across 13 grants, with a typical grant of $6,000.
Who runs M & E Friedman Charitable Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Robert Friedman (Trustee) and Esther Friedman (Trustee).
What does M & E Friedman Charitable Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly human services and education.