Neil S Hirsch Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Neil S Hirsch Foundation is a private foundation in New York, New York. In tax year 2025 it gave $5.2 million in 30 grants; the typical grant was $92,500 and the largest $1.5 million. 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$5.2 million
- Number of grants30
- Typical grant$92,500
- Largest grant$1.5 million
- Assets$125 million
- New grantees37%
Giving in 2025 was up from $4.6 million the year before.
37% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a mix of repeat and new grantees.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $4.2 million | 26 | $107 million |
| 2024 | $4.6 million | 28 | $116 million |
| 2025 | $5.2 million | 30 | $125 million |
How to apply
Neil S Hirsch 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 Neil S Hirsch Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 11 states, the most to New York.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 12 | $1.5 million |
| Missouri | 1 | $1.5 million |
| Florida | 8 | $1.0 million |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $500,000 |
| Massachusetts | 2 | $315,000 |
| Arizona | 1 | $85,000 |
| Tennessee | 1 | $75,000 |
| California | 1 | $66,633 |
| Virginia | 1 | $50,000 |
| Kansas | 1 | $25,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Washington University | Charitable | $1.5 million |
| The Arc of Palm Beach County | Charitable | $600,000 |
| Blood Cancer United | Charitable | $500,000 |
| Dana-Farber Cancer Institute Inc | Charitable | $265,000 |
| Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center | Charitable | $250,000 |
| NYU Langone Health | Charitable | $250,000 |
| Albert Einstein College of Medicine | Charitable | $200,000 |
| Marlene Meyerson JCC Manhattan | Charitable | $200,000 |
| Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai | Charitable | $150,000 |
| The Hampton Library in Bridgehampton | Charitable | $125,000 |
| Dreyfoos School of the Arts Foundation | Charitable | $100,000 |
| Mount Sinai Health System | Charitable | $100,000 |
| Sunset Polo International Inc | Charitable | $100,000 |
| The Bridge Golf Foundation Inc | Charitable | $100,000 |
| West Palm Golf Community Trust Inc | Charitable | $100,000 |
| Make-A-Wish Foundation | Charitable | $85,000 |
| Foundation for the Advancement of Clinical TMS | Charitable | $75,000 |
| Recovery Shot | Charitable | $66,633 |
| Citizens' Committee For Children | Charitable | $50,000 |
| Dress for Success | Charitable | $50,000 |
| Education Through Music | Charitable | $50,000 |
| Northeastern University | Charitable | $50,000 |
| Palm Beach State College Foundation | Charitable | $50,000 |
| PBS Foundation | Charitable | $50,000 |
| Nurse Family Partnership | Charitable | $40,000 |
| Big Dog Ranch Rescue | Charitable | $25,000 |
| Wounded Warrior Project | Charitable | $25,000 |
| Bridgehampton Chamber Music | Charitable | $10,000 |
| Louisiana Parole Project | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Wedu PBS | Charitable | $5,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Steven N Rappaport
- Laura A De Luca
- Judith A Garson
- Robert Flug
Questions people ask
Does Neil S Hirsch Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Neil S Hirsch Foundation give?
$5.2 million in tax year 2025, across 30 grants, with a typical grant of $92,500.
Who runs Neil S Hirsch Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Steven N Rappaport (Trustee), Laura A De Luca (Trustee), Judith A Garson (Trustee) and Robert Flug (Trustee).
What does Neil S Hirsch Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, health and arts and culture.