Morris Kirschner Perpetual Charitable Tr
Preselected recipients only
Morris Kirschner Perpetual Charitable Tr is a private foundation in New York, New York. In tax year 2025 it gave $49,700 in 23 grants; the typical grant was $1,000 and the largest $24,000. 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$49,700
- Number of grants23
- Typical grant$1,000
- Largest grant$24,000
- Assets$1.4 million
- New grantees52%
Giving in 2025 was up from $42,142 the year before.
52% 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 | $40,789 | 36 | $1.1 million |
| 2024 | $42,142 | 38 | $1.2 million |
| 2025 | $49,700 | 23 | $1.4 million |
How to apply
Morris Kirschner Perpetual Charitable Tr 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 Morris Kirschner Perpetual Charitable Tr funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 5 states, the most to New York.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 19 | $47,025 |
| Delaware | 1 | $1,855 |
| Colorado | 1 | $500 |
| Pennsylvania | 1 | $195 |
| Florida | 1 | $125 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Congrg Beth Jabob Ohev Sholom | General support | $24,000 |
| American Museum of Natural History | General operating | $5,000 |
| Public Theatre | General support | $3,000 |
| Morgan Library and Museum | General support | $2,500 |
| Historic Hudson Valley | General operating | $2,500 |
| Temple Beth-El | General support | $1,855 |
| New York Botanical Garden | General support | $1,500 |
| The Asia Society | General support | $1,500 |
| Whitney Museum of American Art | General support | $1,500 |
| Neue Gallerie | General support | $1,000 |
| Brooklyn Law School | General operating | $1,000 |
| Royal Oak Society | General support | $1,000 |
| South Street Seaport | General support | $500 |
| Museum of Arts and Design | General support | $500 |
| Congregation Rodef Sholom | General support | $500 |
| New York County Lawyers Association | General support | $450 |
| Summer Trios | General support | $300 |
| Associated Chamber Music Players | General operating | $300 |
| Wave Hill | General support | $250 |
| Longwood Gardens | General support | $195 |
| National September 11 Memorial | General support | $125 |
| Boca Raton Museum of Art | General operating | $125 |
| Bailey Arboretum | General support | $100 |
Officers and trustees
- Cye E Ross Esq
- Deutsche Bank Trust Company N A
Questions people ask
Does Morris Kirschner Perpetual Charitable Tr accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Morris Kirschner Perpetual Charitable Tr give?
$49,700 in tax year 2025, across 23 grants, with a typical grant of $1,000.
Who runs Morris Kirschner Perpetual Charitable Tr?
Its 2025 filing lists Cye E Ross Esq (Co-Trustee) and Deutsche Bank Trust Company N A (Trustee).
What does Morris Kirschner Perpetual Charitable Tr fund?
Based on its grants, mainly arts and culture, education and faith communities.