Simchat Hayim Inc
Preselected recipients only
Simchat Hayim Inc is a private foundation in New York, New York. In tax year 2025 it gave $746,165 in 72 grants; the typical grant was $4,193 and the largest $74,583. 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$746,165
- Number of grants72
- Typical grant$4,193
- Largest grant$74,583
- Assets$49,725
- New grantees42%
Giving in 2025 was up from $656,542 the year before.
42% 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 | $265,957 | 26 | $362,348 |
| 2024 | $656,542 | 63 | $19,018 |
| 2025 | $746,165 | 72 | $49,725 |
How to apply
Simchat Hayim 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 Simchat Hayim Inc funds
Where it gives
Its US grants went to recipients in 5 states, the most to New York. It also paid $30,703 in 3 grants to recipients outside the US.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 48 | $608,668 |
| New Jersey | 15 | $77,140 |
| Florida | 4 | $26,053 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $2,600 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $1,001 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Various Organizations Under 1000 | Assistance for the needy | $74,583 |
| The Edmond J Safra Synagogue (Ein 20-5569592) | Assistance for the needy | $67,410 |
| Yeshivat Lev Torah (Ein 27-0431140) | Assistance for the needy | $50,400 |
| Yad David Inc (Ein 45-4301089) | Assistance for the needy | $48,000 |
| American Friends of Kisse Rahamim Inc (Ein 27-3126010) | Assistance for the needy | $42,800 |
| Shaare Zion Congregation (Ein 11-1735956) | Assistance for the needy | $28,000 |
| Magen Abraham of Brooklyn (Ein 37-1655203) | Assistance for the needy | $26,787 |
| Heichal Mordechai (Ein 81-5483392) | Assistance for the needy | $26,000 |
| Renewal (Ein 90-0772896) | Assistance for the needy | $21,250 |
| Shaare Rahamim Congregation (Ein 11-3389733) | Assistance for the needy | $19,927 |
| Gemahch Bet Yisrael | Assistance for the needy | $18,000 |
| Chaim Vchesed Dribnitz (Ein 13-3165711) | Assistance for the needy | $17,222 |
| Congregation Shaare Shalom Inc (Ein 11-3429555) | Assistance for the needy | $16,006 |
| Hky Kol Yaakob (Ein 82-1437872) | Assistance for the needy | $14,101 |
| Ahi Ezer Yeshiva (Ein 11-1710981) | Assistance for the needy | $13,961 |
| American Friends of Yekerai Yerushalaim (Ein 13-3104323) | Assistance for the needy | $13,212 |
| Aderet Eliyahu Inc (Ein 81-3736551) | Assistance for the needy | $13,009 |
| American Friends of Yad Eliezer (Ein 11-3459952) | Assistance for the needy | $13,000 |
| Teferet Moshe | Assistance for the needy | $13,000 |
| American Friends of Lman Achai Inc (Ein 26-3494225) | Assistance for the needy | $12,818 |
| Friends of Ahavat Shalom Inc (Ein 22-3341784) | Assistance for the needy | $12,513 |
| Nir Foundation (Ein 82-3360819) | Assistance for the needy | $12,000 |
| Congregation Magen Abraham | Assistance for the needy | $11,657 |
| Matteh Moshe | Assistance for the needy | $10,702 |
| Bet Medrash Gadol Ateret Torah (Ein 27-2128167) | Assistance for the needy | $9,000 |
| Darchei David Foundation (Ein 11-2750798) | Assistance for the needy | $8,640 |
| SBH Community Service Network Inc (Ein 23-7406410) | Assistance for the needy | $7,100 |
| Friends of Nahar Shalom (Ein 27-2007035) | Assistance for the needy | $7,087 |
| Abir Yahkov | Assistance for the needy | $7,001 |
| Hahaim Yeshivat Shalom Inc (Ein 81-3867846) | Assistance for the needy | $5,200 |
| Yeshivat Darche Eres Inc (Ein 27-4186981) | Assistance for the needy | $5,200 |
| A Giving Hand Org Inc (Ein 87-3851163) | Assistance for the needy | $5,000 |
| American Friends of Venatenu Inc (Ein 85-1370157) | Assistance for the needy | $5,000 |
| Yeshiva Ateret Torah | Assistance for the needy | $4,600 |
| Ma or Yeshiva High School Inc (Ein 20-5581212) | Assistance for the needy | $4,501 |
| Chasdei Yitzchaok (Ein 86-4006767) | Assistance for the needy | $4,256 |
| Tomchei Tzedakah (Ein 81-4838703) | Assistance for the needy | $4,130 |
| Shuvi Nafshi Foundation Inc (Ein 13-3998507) | Assistance for the needy | $3,602 |
| Derech Emet Torah Center (Ein 45-4835924) | Assistance for the needy | $3,600 |
| Yeshivat Keter Torah (Ein 22-3645689) | Assistance for the needy | $3,600 |
Officers and trustees
- Sami Souid
- Mouris Hara
- Izak Souid
Questions people ask
Does Simchat Hayim Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Simchat Hayim Inc give?
$746,165 in tax year 2025, across 72 grants, with a typical grant of $4,193.
Who runs Simchat Hayim Inc?
Its 2025 filing lists Sami Souid (President), Mouris Hara (Treasurer) and Izak Souid (Director).
What does Simchat Hayim Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly human services, faith communities and international.