Martha Kamerman Memorial Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Martha Kamerman Memorial Foundation is a private foundation in New York, New York. In tax year 2025 it gave $24,850 in 8 grants; the typical grant was $2,425 and the largest $5,400. 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$24,850
- Number of grants8
- Typical grant$2,425
- Largest grant$5,400
- Assets$455,831
- New grantees67%
Giving in 2025 was up from $18,600 the year before.
67% 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 | $25,500 | 7 | $452,403 |
| 2024 | $18,600 | 7 | $427,029 |
| 2025 | $24,850 | 8 | $455,831 |
How to apply
Martha Kamerman Memorial 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 Martha Kamerman Memorial Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to New York.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 6 | $17,000 |
| Pennsylvania | 1 | $5,000 |
| Florida | 1 | $2,850 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Westchester Torah Academy | Provide Jewish Education | $5,400 |
| Childrens Hospital of Philadelphia | promote charitable purposes of hospital | $5,000 |
| Sar Academy | Further Jewish Education | $3,600 |
| Delray Torah Center | promote religious programs | $2,850 |
| Individual | Provides education and care for blind children and children with multiple disabilities | $2,000 |
| Ohel Children's Home Family Service | provide support and social services to families with children with disabilites | $2,000 |
| Individual | To provide emergency medical, disaster,ambulance and blood bank service. | $2,000 |
| Chabad of Pelham | promote religious programs | $2,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Hilton Soniker
- Mahla Soniker
Questions people ask
Does Martha Kamerman Memorial Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Martha Kamerman Memorial Foundation give?
$24,850 in tax year 2025, across 8 grants, with a typical grant of $2,425.
Who runs Martha Kamerman Memorial Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Hilton Soniker (Trustee) and Mahla Soniker (Trustee).
What does Martha Kamerman Memorial Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, education and youth programs.