Minkowitz Charitable Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Minkowitz Charitable Foundation is a private foundation in New York, New York. In tax year 2025 it gave $6,625 in 7 grants; the typical grant was $75 and the largest $4,000. 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$6,625
- Number of grants7
- Typical grant$75
- Largest grant$4,000
- Assets$0
- New grantees57%
Giving in 2025 was down from $7,884 the year before.
57% 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 | $7,812 | 12 | $0 |
| 2024 | $7,884 | 9 | $0 |
| 2025 | $6,625 | 7 | $0 |
How to apply
Minkowitz 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 Minkowitz Charitable Foundation funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in New York.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 7 | $6,625 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Brooklyn Heights Synagogue | Donation | $4,000 |
| Brooklyn Louis School | Donation | $2,000 |
| Congregation B'nai Avraham | Donation | $400 |
| Willowtown Association | Donation | $75 |
| City Harvest | Donation | $50 |
| New York Landmarks Conservancy | Donation | $50 |
| The Schomburg Center for Research | Donation | $50 |
Officers and trustees
- Martin Minkowitz
- Carol Zeigler
- Jonathan Lewis
Questions people ask
Does Minkowitz Charitable Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Minkowitz Charitable Foundation give?
$6,625 in tax year 2025, across 7 grants, with a typical grant of $75.
Who runs Minkowitz Charitable Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Martin Minkowitz (Officer), Carol Zeigler (Officer) and Jonathan Lewis (Officer).
What does Minkowitz Charitable Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities.