The BFF Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
The BFF Foundation Inc is a private foundation in Brooklyn, New York. In tax year 2024 it gave $1.2 million in 10 grants; the typical grant was $70,276 and the largest $425,000. 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$1.2 million
- Number of grants10
- Typical grant$70,276
- Largest grant$425,000
- Assets$28.1 million
- New grantees30%
Giving in 2024 was down from $1.4 million the year before.
30% 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 | $1.4 million | 8 | $26.8 million |
| 2024 | $1.2 million | 10 | $28.1 million |
How to apply
The BFF Foundation 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 The BFF Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to New York.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 8 | $885,681 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $290,740 |
| New Jersey | 1 | $360 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Congregation Kibud Av | To further jewish causes | $425,000 |
| Paypal Charitable Giving Fund | To further jewish causes | $290,740 |
| Ohel Children's Home and Family Services | To further jewish causes | $150,000 |
| Yeshiva Beth Joseph Tzvi Dushinsky | To further jewish causes | $100,000 |
| Pinnacle RTC Inc | To further jewish causes | $90,552 |
| Congregation Bobov 45 | To further jewish causes | $50,000 |
| Khal Yehuda Leib | To further jewish causes | $40,000 |
| Yeshiva Ohr Yitzchok | To further jewish causes | $18,000 |
| Mayan Yisroel | To further jewish causes | $12,129 |
| Yeshiva Meor Hatorah | To further jewish casuses | $360 |
Officers and trustees
- Joseph Bistritzky
- Sheila Bistritzky
Questions people ask
Does The BFF Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The BFF Foundation Inc give?
$1.2 million in tax year 2024, across 10 grants, with a typical grant of $70,276.
Who runs The BFF Foundation Inc?
Its 2024 filing lists Joseph Bistritzky (President & Treasurer) and Sheila Bistritzky (Secretary).
What does The BFF Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities.