Milton & Miriam Handler Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Milton & Miriam Handler Foundation is a private foundation in New York, New York. In tax year 2025 it gave $550,000 in 9 grants; the typical grant was $50,000 and the largest $100,000. 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$550,000
- Number of grants9
- Typical grant$50,000
- Largest grant$100,000
- Assets$12.2 million
- New grantees44%
Giving in 2025 was up from $400,000 the year before.
44% 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 | $400,000 | 5 | $11.3 million |
| 2024 | $400,000 | 6 | $11.8 million |
| 2025 | $550,000 | 9 | $12.2 million |
How to apply
Milton & Miriam Handler 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 Milton & Miriam Handler Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to New York.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 6 | $350,000 |
| Florida | 1 | $100,000 |
| Maryland | 1 | $50,000 |
| New Jersey | 1 | $50,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Jupiter Medical Center Foundation | General support | $100,000 |
| Center for Initiatives in Jewish Education | General support | $100,000 |
| Naomi Berrie Diabetes Center | General support | $100,000 |
| Northwell Health Foundation Cardiology | General support | $50,000 |
| The Kraft Center for Jewish Student Life | General support | $50,000 |
| The Michael J Fox Foundation | General support | $50,000 |
| Sharsheret | General support | $50,000 |
| Puah | General support | $30,000 |
| Association of the bar of the city of New york | General support | $20,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Dahlia Kalter
- Marilyn G Ordover
- Helaine Newman
Questions people ask
Does Milton & Miriam Handler Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Milton & Miriam Handler Foundation give?
$550,000 in tax year 2025, across 9 grants, with a typical grant of $50,000.
Who runs Milton & Miriam Handler Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Dahlia Kalter (Secretary/Treasurer), Marilyn G Ordover (Director) and Helaine Newman (President/CEO).
What does Milton & Miriam Handler Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly health, education and faith communities.