RS Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
RS Foundation Inc is a private foundation in Monsey, New York. In tax year 2025 it gave $262,000 in 7 grants; the typical grant was $30,000 and the largest $78,000. 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$262,000
- Number of grants7
- Typical grant$30,000
- Largest grant$78,000
- Assets$581,555
- New grantees29%
Giving in 2025 was up from $106,965 the year before.
29% 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 | $112,000 | 6 | $150,695 |
| 2024 | $106,965 | 6 | $343,680 |
| 2025 | $262,000 | 7 | $581,555 |
How to apply
RS 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 RS Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to New York.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 5 | $210,500 |
| New Jersey | 2 | $51,500 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Cong Mesivta | Religious organization | $78,000 |
| Bais Hamedrish Netzach Yisroel | Religious organization | $63,000 |
| Cong Ateres Shalom | Religious organization | $50,000 |
| Cong Yl South 8 | Religious organization | $30,000 |
| Congregation Chochmas Shlome | Religious organization | $26,000 |
| Cong Yesheos Yakov | Religious organization | $13,500 |
| Congregation Tiferes Chaim | Religious organization | $1,500 |
Officers and trustees
- Rifka Schwartz
- Jacob Mermelstein
- Herman I Iatob
Questions people ask
Does RS Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does RS Foundation Inc give?
$262,000 in tax year 2025, across 7 grants, with a typical grant of $30,000.
Who runs RS Foundation Inc?
Its 2025 filing lists Rifka Schwartz (Director), Jacob Mermelstein (Director) and Herman I Iatob (Director).
What does RS Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities.