Magen Ezra Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Magen Ezra Foundation is a private foundation in New York, New York. In tax year 2024 it gave $20,726 in 107 grants; the typical grant was $152 and the largest $1,000. 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$20,726
- Number of grants107
- Typical grant$152
- Largest grant$1,000
- Assets$77,970
- New grantees63%
Giving in 2024 was down from $21,008 the year before.
63% 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 | $23,507 | 91 | $39,890 |
| 2023 | $21,008 | 80 | $48,556 |
| 2024 | $20,726 | 107 | $77,970 |
How to apply
Magen Ezra 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 Magen Ezra Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its US grants went to recipients in 9 states, the most to New York. It also paid $279 in 3 grants to recipients outside the US.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 77 | $14,839 |
| New Jersey | 17 | $4,031 |
| Maryland | 3 | $901 |
| Pennsylvania | 1 | $260 |
| Ohio | 1 | $180 |
| Illinois | 2 | $144 |
| California | 1 | $36 |
| Texas | 1 | $30 |
| Georgia | 1 | $26 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Congregation Yeshiva Yad Moishe | To further its 501(c)(3) status | $1,000 |
| Kollel Hasot | To further its 501(c)(3) status | $1,000 |
| Sephardic Bikur Holim | To further its 501(c)(3) status | $1,000 |
| Torat Hanachal | To further its 501(c)(3) status | $613 |
| American Friends Nachalat Yosef | To further its 501(c)(3) status | $501 |
| Cong Bais Shalom | To further its 501(c)(3) stat | $500 |
| Foundation Usti | To further its 501(c)(3) status | $500 |
| Irene's Home Essentials | To further its 501(c)(3) status | $500 |
| Ohel Yaacob Cong | To further its 501(c)(3) status | $500 |
| Rav Chesed | To further its 501(c)(3) stat | $500 |
| Yeshiva Kol Yaacov | To further its 501(c)(3) status | $377 |
| Amer Friends Noam Hatorah | To further its 501(c)(3) status | $360 |
| Beis Midrash of Queens | To further its 501(c)(3) status | $360 |
| Bet Yaacov Geula | To further its 501(c)(3) status | $360 |
| Maskezl El Dal | To further its 501(c)(3) status | $360 |
| Shaare Raahamim | To further its 501(c)(3) stat | $360 |
| Yeshevat Neve Eretz | To further its 501(c)(3) status | $360 |
| Central Fund of Israel | To further its 501(c)(3) status | $332 |
| Hochmat Shelomo Ohr Hamizrach | To further its 501(c)(3) status | $301 |
| Kolell Zecher Pinchas | To further its 501(c)(3) stat | $281 |
| Rav Hessed | To further its 501(c)(3) status | $281 |
| Keller Divre Shalom Cong Yaako | To further its 501(c)(3) stat | $261 |
| Friends of Mishkam Shaloh | To further its 501(c)(3) status | $260 |
| Hatzalah Ems Jersey Shore | To further its 501(c)(3) status | $252 |
| Tiferet Moshe | To further its 501(c)(3) stat | $250 |
| Maimonides Way | To further its 501(c)(3) status | $225 |
| Mesamche Lev | To further its 501(c)(3) status | $216 |
| Amer FR Herchal Ezra | To further its 501(c)(3) status | $201 |
| Chasde Yitchok | To further its 501(c)(3) status | $201 |
| Kollel Ohel | To further its 501(c)(3) status | $201 |
| Yeshiva Shaare Teshuvah Vehaim | To further its 501(c)(3) status | $201 |
| Ahavas Tzedokos Corp | To further its 501(c)(3) status | $180 |
| American Friends of Shaare Yosef | To further its 501(c)(3) status | $180 |
| American Friends of Sulam Inc | To further its 501(c)(3) status | $180 |
| Bais Chuna | To further its 501(c)(3) status | $180 |
| Beit Ariel | To further its 501(c)(3) status | $180 |
| Bike 4 Chai | To further its 501(c)(3) status | $180 |
| Bnei Yeshivah | To further its 501(c)(3) status | $180 |
| Colol Chabad | To further its 501(c)(3) status | $180 |
| Cong Oseh Tzedaka Vahesed | To further its 501(c)(3) status | $180 |
Officers and trustees
- Ezra Jack Cattan
- Judah Cattan
Questions people ask
Does Magen Ezra Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Magen Ezra Foundation give?
$20,726 in tax year 2024, across 107 grants, with a typical grant of $152.
Who runs Magen Ezra Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Ezra Jack Cattan (Officer) and Judah Cattan (Officer).
What does Magen Ezra Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, international and health.