Nessim Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Nessim Family Foundation is a private foundation in Sag Harbor, New York. In tax year 2024 it gave $88,872 in 23 grants; the typical grant was $1,800 and the largest $26,680. 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$88,872
- Number of grants23
- Typical grant$1,800
- Largest grant$26,680
- Assets$2.0 million
- New grantees61%
Giving in 2024 was up from $84,163 the year before.
61% 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 | $84,163 | 27 | $2.1 million |
| 2024 | $88,872 | 23 | $2.0 million |
How to apply
Nessim Family 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 Nessim Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its US grants went to recipients in 6 states, the most to New York. It also paid $19,100 in 4 grants to recipients outside the US.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 12 | $63,821 |
| Wisconsin | 1 | $2,410 |
| Massachusetts | 2 | $1,513 |
| Indiana | 2 | $1,096 |
| California | 1 | $518 |
| Georgia | 1 | $414 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Belev Echad | Charitable contribution | $26,680 |
| Forging Our Future | Charitable contribution | $15,000 |
| Womens International Zionist Organization | Charitable contribution | $8,920 |
| Center for Jewish Life | Charitable contribution | $8,020 |
| Beit Ruth | Charitable contribution | $7,316 |
| Elem | Charitable contribution | $3,600 |
| Chabad at the University of Wisconsin | Charitable contribution | $2,410 |
| Leukemia & Lymphoma Society | Charitable contribution | $1,872 |
| American Parkinson Disease Association | Charitable contribution | $1,854 |
| American Friends of Start-Up Nation Central | Charitable contribution | $1,800 |
| Idf Widows & Orphans Organization | Charitable contribution | $1,800 |
| Leket Israel | Charitable contribution | $1,800 |
| The Lawfare Project | Charitable contribution | $1,180 |
| Talmud Torah Yeshiva | Charitable contribution | $1,018 |
| Team Lifeline | Charitable contribution | $1,005 |
| Actblue | Charitable contribution | $1,000 |
| Chabad at Indiana University | Charitable contribution | $556 |
| Chabad on Campus | Charitable contribution | $556 |
| Alpha Epsilon Pi | Charitable contribution | $540 |
| Stand With US | Charitable contribution | $518 |
| Pan-Mass Challenge | Charitable contribution | $513 |
| Bring Them Home Now | Charitable contribution | $500 |
| Risings Suns Foundation | Charitable contribution | $414 |
Officers and trustees
- Michael Nessim
Questions people ask
Does Nessim Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Nessim Family Foundation give?
$88,872 in tax year 2024, across 23 grants, with a typical grant of $1,800.
Who runs Nessim Family Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Michael Nessim (Trustee).
What does Nessim Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly international, faith communities and health.