SFM Foundation
Preselected recipients only
SFM Foundation is a private foundation in Brooklyn, New York. In tax year 2025 it gave $114,658 in 10 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 and the largest $35,100. 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$114,658
- Number of grants10
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$35,100
- Assets$198,757
- New grantees50%
Giving in 2025 was down from $175,515 the year before.
50% 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 | $199,578 | 21 | $471,285 |
| 2024 | $175,515 | 20 | $311,597 |
| 2025 | $114,658 | 10 | $198,757 |
How to apply
SFM 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 SFM Foundation funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in New York.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 10 | $114,658 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Yeshivas Kavanus Halev | To support religious causes | $35,100 |
| The Ojc Fund | To support religious causes | $34,250 |
| Binyan Yerushlaim | To support religious causes | $24,500 |
| Congregation Kahal Yirei Hashem Inc | To support religious causes | $5,800 |
| Kollel Sharei Tzion Lmetzyonim | To support religious causes | $5,000 |
| Kivisi Inc | To support religious causes | $5,000 |
| Zichron Mordechai Avraham Inc | To support religious causes | $2,900 |
| Hashems Children | To support religious causes | $1,500 |
| Cong Yetev Lev | To support religious causes | $500 |
| Toirem | To support religious causes | $108 |
Officers and trustees
- Solomon Markowitz
- Fraidy Markowitz
Questions people ask
Does SFM Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does SFM Foundation give?
$114,658 in tax year 2025, across 10 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs SFM Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Solomon Markowitz (Trustee) and Fraidy Markowitz (Trustee and Treasurer).
What does SFM Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities.