Ruth & Ezra Chesky Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Ruth & Ezra Chesky Foundation is a private foundation in New York, New York. In tax year 2024 it gave $14,000 in 8 grants; the typical grant was $1,750 and the largest $3,000. 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$14,000
- Number of grants8
- Typical grant$1,750
- Largest grant$3,000
- Assets$412,229
- New grantees29%
Giving in 2024 was up from $13,300 the year before.
29% of its 2024 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 | $13,300 | 13 | $393,806 |
| 2024 | $14,000 | 8 | $412,229 |
How to apply
Ruth & Ezra Chesky 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 Ruth & Ezra Chesky Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to New York.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 6 | $10,500 |
| Pennsylvania | 1 | $2,500 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $1,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| City Meals on Wheels | General | $3,000 |
| Individual | General | $2,500 |
| City Harvest Inc | General | $2,000 |
| God's Love We Deliver | General | $2,000 |
| Doctors Without Borders | General | $1,500 |
| Food Bank of Ny | General | $1,000 |
| PMC Jimmy Fund | General | $1,000 |
| The Greenwood Historic Fund | General | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Joan Brandy
- Catherine Gellis
- Victoria Gellis
Questions people ask
Does Ruth & Ezra Chesky Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Ruth & Ezra Chesky Foundation give?
$14,000 in tax year 2024, across 8 grants, with a typical grant of $1,750.
Who runs Ruth & Ezra Chesky Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Joan Brandy (Trustee), Catherine Gellis (Trustee) and Victoria Gellis (Trustee).
What does Ruth & Ezra Chesky Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly food and hunger.