Namdar Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Namdar Foundation is a private foundation in Great Neck, New York. In tax year 2024 it gave $156,036 in 18 grants; the typical grant was $3,150 and the largest $59,556. 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$156,036
- Number of grants18
- Typical grant$3,150
- Largest grant$59,556
- Assets$94,247
- New grantees53%
Giving in 2024 was up from $127,477 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 | $127,477 | 18 | $141,238 |
| 2024 | $156,036 | 18 | $94,247 |
How to apply
Namdar 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 Namdar Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its US grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to New York. It also paid $51,100 in 5 grants to recipients outside the US.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 11 | $102,176 |
| Virginia | 1 | $2,260 |
| Iowa | 1 | $500 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| United Mashadi Jewish Center | To provide food and donate for education | $59,556 |
| Individual | Education | $30,900 |
| Congregation Shaare Dina | Community | $13,000 |
| Iranian American Jewish Federation of Ny | Community | $10,000 |
| Tiferet Shlomo Boys Orphanage Home | To provide food for the needy | $9,600 |
| JCC of Great Neck | Community | $6,300 |
| Individual | To provide food for the needy | $6,000 |
| Umjca SBM | Education | $4,400 |
| Individual | To provide food for the needy | $3,600 |
| Fountain of Kindness | Education | $2,700 |
| American Friends of Kol Yehuda | Education | $2,400 |
| Students in Israel Inc | Education | $2,260 |
| Wizo | Community | $1,800 |
| Heritage House | Community | $1,040 |
| Chabad of Thailand | Community | $1,000 |
| American Friends of Mosdot Ner David | Education | $620 |
| Congregation Torah Shelaima | Edcation | $500 |
| Yeshiva Gedola Lubavitch | Community | $360 |
Officers and trustees
- Joel Namdar
- Ephraim Namdar
- Iraj Namdar
Questions people ask
Does Namdar Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Namdar Foundation give?
$156,036 in tax year 2024, across 18 grants, with a typical grant of $3,150.
Who runs Namdar Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Joel Namdar (President), Ephraim Namdar (Treasurer) and Iraj Namdar (Secretary).
What does Namdar Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, faith communities and food and hunger.