Mars Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Mars Foundation is a private foundation in Monsey, New York. In tax year 2024 it gave $792,300 in 17 grants; the typical grant was $12,000 and the largest $444,300. 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$792,300
- Number of grants17
- Typical grant$12,000
- Largest grant$444,300
- Assets$2.2 million
- New grantees53%
Giving in 2024 was down from $943,628 the year before.
53% 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $943,628 | 20 | $1.9 million |
| 2024 | $792,300 | 17 | $2.2 million |
How to apply
Mars 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 Mars Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to New York.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 14 | $716,300 |
| Michigan | 2 | $51,000 |
| New Jersey | 1 | $25,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Various Charitable Organizations | Charitable | $444,300 |
| Congregation Pe'er Bais Yaakov | Charitable | $143,000 |
| Institute of Dayanim | Charitable | $36,000 |
| Yeshiva Mir Yerushalyim | Charitable | $25,000 |
| Beth Medrash Govoha | Charitable | $25,000 |
| Binyan Yerushlaim | Charitable | $19,000 |
| Kollel Shabbos Kodesh | Charitable | $18,000 |
| Yeshivas Darchei Torah | Charitable | $15,000 |
| Mishkan Yecheskel | Charitable | $12,000 |
| Yeshiva Staten Island | Charitable | $10,000 |
| Yeshiva Degel Hatorah | Charitable | $10,000 |
| Mosdos Toldos Aharon | Charitable | $10,000 |
| Bais Yosef Meir | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Ohr Hatorah | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Congregation Beth Rochel of Monsey | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Bais Yaakov Elementary | Charitable | $5,000 |
| American Friends of Hatzolah Beir S | Charitable | $5,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Aryeh Goldstein
- Sarah Goldstein
- Yisroel Goldstein
Questions people ask
Does Mars Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Mars Foundation give?
$792,300 in tax year 2024, across 17 grants, with a typical grant of $12,000.
Who runs Mars Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Aryeh Goldstein (President), Sarah Goldstein (Trustee) and Yisroel Goldstein (Trustee).
What does Mars Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities.