Sol Messinger Giving Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Sol Messinger Giving Foundation is a private foundation in East Amherst, New York. In tax year 2025 it gave $10,000 in 1 grant; the typical grant was $10,000 and the largest $10,000. 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$10,000
- Number of grants1
- Typical grant$10,000
- Largest grant$10,000
- Assets$583,984
- New grantees0%
Giving in 2025 was down from $68,760 the year before.
0% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, so most of its money goes to organizations it already funds.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $360 | 1 | $542,380 |
| 2024 | $68,760 | 6 | $541,202 |
| 2025 | $10,000 | 1 | $583,984 |
How to apply
Sol Messinger Giving 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 Sol Messinger Giving Foundation funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in New York.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 1 | $10,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Museum of Jewish Heritage | Charity | $10,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Lawrence B Cohen
- Ameriprise Bank FSB
Questions people ask
Does Sol Messinger Giving Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Sol Messinger Giving Foundation give?
$10,000 in tax year 2025, across 1 grant, with a typical grant of $10,000.
Who runs Sol Messinger Giving Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Lawrence B Cohen (Trustee) and Ameriprise Bank FSB (Trustee).
What does Sol Messinger Giving Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly arts and culture and faith communities.