Rochelle & David A Hirsch Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
Rochelle & David A Hirsch Foundation Inc is a private foundation in New York, New York. In tax year 2024 it gave $1.4 million in 87 grants; the typical grant was $2,500 and the largest $700,000. 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$1.4 million
- Number of grants87
- Typical grant$2,500
- Largest grant$700,000
- Assets$35.1 million
- New grantees100%
Giving in 2024 was down from $1.5 million the year before.
100% 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 | $1.5 million | 1 | $31.8 million |
| 2024 | $1.4 million | 87 | $35.1 million |
How to apply
Rochelle & David A Hirsch Foundation Inc 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 Rochelle & David A Hirsch Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 11 states, the most to New York.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 61 | $1.3 million |
| Florida | 12 | $41,350 |
| California | 3 | $35,000 |
| Massachusetts | 2 | $20,000 |
| New Jersey | 2 | $10,000 |
| Pennsylvania | 1 | $3,600 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $2,500 |
| Illinois | 1 | $2,500 |
| Georgia | 1 | $1,000 |
| Virginia | 2 | $300 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Jewish Communal Fund | To further its charitable purposes | $700,000 |
| Fifth Ave Synagogue | To further its charitable purposes | $205,260 |
| Colel Chabad | To further its charitable purposes | $65,000 |
| Crohn's & Colitis Foundation | To further its charitable purposes | $35,000 |
| Sar Academy | To further its charitable purposes | $27,000 |
| Prostate Cancer Foundation | To further its charitable purposes | $25,000 |
| American Friends of the Israel Philharmonic | To further its charitable purposes | $23,000 |
| Merricat's Castle School | To further its charitable purposes | $20,000 |
| Birthright Israel Foundation | To further its charitable purposes | $18,000 |
| American Friends of the Hebrew University | To further its charitable purposes | $15,000 |
| Jewish Federation of Palm Beach | To further its charitable purposes | $14,500 |
| Jewish Museum | To further its charitable purposes | $12,500 |
| Israel Tennis Centers Foundation Inc | To further its charitable purposes | $11,800 |
| Central Park Conservancy | To further its charitable purposes | $11,000 |
| UJA Federation | To further its charitable purposes | $10,500 |
| Friends of Israel Disabled Veterans | To further its charitable purposes | $10,000 |
| New York Botanical Garden | To further its charitable purposes | $10,000 |
| New York University | To further its charitable purposes | $10,000 |
| Palm Beach Synagogue | To further its charitable purposes | $10,000 |
| PJ Library | To further its charitable purposes | $10,000 |
| The Next Step Fund | To further its charitable purposes | $10,000 |
| Upper East Side Hatzolah | To further its charitable purposes | $10,000 |
| Toniic Institute | To further its charitable purposes | $9,500 |
| Kehilath Jeshurun | To further its charitable purposes | $9,200 |
| Christopher and Dana Reeve Foundation | To further its charitable purposes | $9,000 |
| City Harvest | To further its charitable purposes | $9,000 |
| Cerebral Palsy of Westchester | To further its charitable purposes | $7,500 |
| New York City Ballet | To further its charitable purposes | $7,500 |
| Ronald McDonald House Ny | To further its charitable purposes | $6,000 |
| Israel Philharmonic Foundation | To further its charitable purposes | $5,000 |
| Kravis Center for the Performing Arts | To further its charitable purposes | $5,000 |
| Park Avenue Synagogue | To further its charitable purposes | $5,000 |
| Queens College Foundation Inc | To further its charitable purposes | $5,000 |
| Palm Beach Opera | To further its charitable purposes | $4,500 |
| Wave Hill | To further its charitable purposes | $4,000 |
| Camp Kulanv | To further its charitable purposes | $3,850 |
| Israel Guide Dog Center for the Blind | To further its charitable purposes | $3,600 |
| Foundation for Jewish Camp | To further its charitable purposes | $3,500 |
| Safe Haven Farm Sanctuary | To further its charitable purposes | $3,500 |
| New York Philharmonic | To further its charitable purposes | $3,000 |
Officers and trustees
- David A Hirsch
- Rochelle C Hirsch
- Jeffrey M Hirsch
- Jason T Hirsch
- Stefanie J Hirsch
Questions people ask
Does Rochelle & David A Hirsch Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Rochelle & David A Hirsch Foundation Inc give?
$1.4 million in tax year 2024, across 87 grants, with a typical grant of $2,500.
Who runs Rochelle & David A Hirsch Foundation Inc?
Its 2024 filing lists David A Hirsch (President), Rochelle C Hirsch (Vice-President), Jeffrey M Hirsch (Secretary) and Jason T Hirsch (Treasurer) among 5 officers and trustees.
What does Rochelle & David A Hirsch Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, education and arts and culture.