Rimsky Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Rimsky Family Foundation is a private foundation in New York, New York. In tax year 2024 it gave $175,000 in 28 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 and the largest $50,000. 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$175,000
- Number of grants28
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$50,000
- Assets$2.3 million
- New grantees68%
Giving in 2024 was up from $121,000 the year before.
68% 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | $114,000 | 12 | $2.0 million |
| 2023 | $121,000 | 13 | $2.3 million |
| 2024 | $175,000 | 28 | $2.3 million |
How to apply
Rimsky 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 Rimsky Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 11 states, the most to New York.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 12 | $96,000 |
| California | 3 | $18,000 |
| Florida | 1 | $15,000 |
| Maryland | 2 | $11,000 |
| Massachusetts | 3 | $10,000 |
| Illinois | 2 | $8,000 |
| New Jersey | 1 | $6,000 |
| Tennessee | 1 | $5,000 |
| Colorado | 1 | $3,500 |
| Virginia | 1 | $1,500 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| UJA Federation of New York | Unrestricted contribution to help fund the organization's charitable activities. | $50,000 |
| Jewish Federation of Palm Beach County | Unrestricted contribution to help fund organization's charitable activities | $15,000 |
| American Friends of Magen David Adom | Unrestricted contribution to help fund organization's charitable activities | $10,000 |
| The Eye Cancer Foundation Inc | Unrestricted contribution to help fund organization's charitable activities | $10,000 |
| American Friends of Leket Israel | Unrestricted contribution to help fund organization's charitable activities | $6,000 |
| Dorot Inc | Unrestricted contribution to help fund the organization's charitable activities. | $6,000 |
| Fistula Foundation | To help activities of var public char inst which are exempt under 501 (c)(3) | $6,000 |
| Muso Inc | Unrestricted contribution to help fund organization's charitable activities | $6,000 |
| One Acre Fund | Unrestricted contribution to help fund the organization's charitable activities | $6,000 |
| Reach Out and Read Inc | Unrestricted contribution to help fund organization's charitable activities | $6,000 |
| Success for All Foundation Inc | Unrestricted contribution to help fund the organization's charitable activities | $6,000 |
| The Bail Project Inc | Unrestricted contribution to help fund organization's charitable activities | $6,000 |
| American Jewish Joint Distribution Committee Inc | Unrestricted contribution to help fund organization's charitable activities. | $5,000 |
| Jewish Federation of Greater Washington | Unrestricted contribution to help fund organization's charitable activities | $5,000 |
| Scott Hamilton Cares Foundation Inc | Unrestricted contribution to help fund organization's charitable activities | $5,000 |
| Merit Spread Foundation Inc | Unrestricted contribution to help fund organization's charitable activities | $4,000 |
| First Descents | Unrestricted contribution to help fund organization's charitable activities | $3,500 |
| Lets Get Ready | Unrestricted contribution to help fund organization's charitable activities | $3,000 |
| Newvyork-Presbyterian Fund Inc | Unrestricted contribution to help fund organization's charitable activities | $2,500 |
| Alzheimers Association | Unrestricted contribution to help fund organization's charitable activities | $2,000 |
| Beantown Baby Diaper Bank | Unrestricted contribution to help fund organization's charitable activities | $2,000 |
| Clean Air Task Force Inc | Unrestricted contribution to help fund organization's charitable activities | $2,000 |
| National Jewish Outreach Program Inc | Unrestricted contribution to help fund organization's charitable activities | $2,000 |
| Sudan Relief Fund Inc | Unrestricted contribution to help fund organization's charitable activities | $1,500 |
| Women in Need Inc | Unrestricted contribution to help fund organization's charitable activities | $1,500 |
| Superior Search & Rescue | Unrestricted contribution to help fund organization's charitable activities | $1,000 |
| The Bowery Mission | Unrestricted contribution to help fund organization's charitable activities | $1,000 |
| Two by Twelve Inc | Unrestricted contribution to help fund organization's charitable activities | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Lee Rimsky
- Rena Wing
- Don Rimsky
- Douglas Rimsky
Questions people ask
Does Rimsky Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Rimsky Family Foundation give?
$175,000 in tax year 2024, across 28 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs Rimsky Family Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Lee Rimsky (Trustee), Rena Wing (Trustee), Don Rimsky (Trustee) and Douglas Rimsky (Trustee).
What does Rimsky Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities and health.