Teferes Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Teferes Foundation is a private foundation in New York, New York. In tax year 2025 it gave $1.9 million in 1 grant; the typical grant was $1.9 million and the largest $1.9 million. 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$1.9 million
- Number of grants1
- Typical grant$1.9 million
- Largest grant$1.9 million
- Assets$29.2 million
Giving in 2025 was up from $1.7 million the year before.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $1.4 million | 1 | $29.2 million |
| 2024 | $1.7 million | 1 | $29.2 million |
| 2025 | $1.9 million | 1 | $29.2 million |
How to apply
Teferes 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.
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in New York.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 1 | $1.9 million |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Individual | $1.9 million |
Officers and trustees
- Barry Zyskind
- Stuart Hollander Co Amtrust
- Stephen Ungar Co Amtrust
Questions people ask
Does Teferes Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Teferes Foundation give?
$1.9 million in tax year 2025, across 1 grant, with a typical grant of $1.9 million.
Who runs Teferes Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Barry Zyskind (President), Stuart Hollander Co Amtrust (Vice President) and Stephen Ungar Co Amtrust (Secretary).