Richard & Martha Coopersmith Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Richard & Martha Coopersmith Foundation is a private foundation in New York, New York. In tax year 2025 it gave $5,568 in 5 grants; the typical grant was $500 and the largest $3,960. 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$5,568
- Number of grants5
- Typical grant$500
- Largest grant$3,960
- Assets$1,783
- New grantees80%
Giving in 2025 was up from $4,810 the year before.
80% 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 | $4,711 | 5 | $2,176 |
| 2024 | $4,810 | 2 | $2,351 |
| 2025 | $5,568 | 5 | $1,783 |
How to apply
Richard & Martha Coopersmith 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 Richard & Martha Coopersmith Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to New York.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 4 | $5,068 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $500 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Sutton Place Synagogue | None | $3,960 |
| Hillel International | None | $500 |
| Israel Cancer Research Fund | None | $500 |
| Friends of Idf | None | $500 |
| Chabad of East Hampton | None | $108 |
Officers and trustees
- Richard D Coopermith
- Martha Coopersmith
- Ralph Elefant
Questions people ask
Does Richard & Martha Coopersmith Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Richard & Martha Coopersmith Foundation give?
$5,568 in tax year 2025, across 5 grants, with a typical grant of $500.
Who runs Richard & Martha Coopersmith Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Richard D Coopermith (Dir & Pres), Martha Coopersmith (Dir & Secy) and Ralph Elefant (Director).
What does Richard & Martha Coopersmith Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities.