The Brodsky Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Brodsky Family Foundation is a private foundation in New York, New York. In tax year 2025 it gave $1.3 million in 29 grants; the typical grant was $40,000 and the largest $150,000. 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$1.3 million
- Number of grants29
- Typical grant$40,000
- Largest grant$150,000
- Assets$19.7 million
- New grantees35%
Giving in 2025 was up from $866,000 the year before.
35% of its 2025 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 | $969,000 | 26 | $18.0 million |
| 2024 | $866,000 | 25 | $18.4 million |
| 2025 | $1.3 million | 29 | $19.7 million |
How to apply
The Brodsky Family 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 The Brodsky Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 9 states, the most to New York.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 14 | $434,000 |
| Pennsylvania | 5 | $320,000 |
| Massachusetts | 3 | $210,000 |
| Colorado | 1 | $145,000 |
| Delaware | 1 | $100,000 |
| District of Columbia | 2 | $30,000 |
| Connecticut | 1 | $30,000 |
| Texas | 1 | $15,000 |
| New Jersey | 1 | $5,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Amherst College | To further donee's exempt purpose | $150,000 |
| National Multiple Sclerosis Society | To further donee's exempt purpose | $145,000 |
| Foundation for Women's Health | To further donee's exempt purpose | $100,000 |
| New York Philharmonic | To further donee's exempt purpose | $90,000 |
| Alexander Donor Advised Fund | To further donee's exempt purpose | $64,000 |
| Dean Donor Advised Fund | To further donee's exempt purpose | $64,000 |
| Katy Donor Advised Fund | To further donee's exempt purpose | $64,000 |
| Tam Donor Advised Fund | To further donee's exempt purpose | $64,000 |
| Thomas Donor Advised Fund | To further donee's exempt purpose | $64,000 |
| Fos Feminista | To further donee's exempt purpose | $50,000 |
| Metropolitan Museum of Art | To further donee's exempt purpose | $45,000 |
| Central Park Conservancy | To further donee's exempt purpose | $40,000 |
| Education Through Music Inc | To further donee's exempt purpose | $40,000 |
| Prep for Prep | To further donee's exempt purpose | $40,000 |
| YMHA 92nd Street | To further donee's exempt purpose | $40,000 |
| New American Leaders Project | To further donee's exempt purpose | $35,000 |
| Hady Donor Advised Fund | To further donee's exempt purpose | $34,000 |
| Reflex Sympathetic Dystrophy Syndrome Assoc of America | To further donee's exempt purpose | $30,000 |
| Tufts University | To further donee's exempt purpose | $26,000 |
| National Public Radio | To further donee's exempt purpose | $25,000 |
| Narcoms | To further donee's exempt purpose | $15,000 |
| Council on Foreign Relations | To further donee's exempt purpose | $12,000 |
| International Education and Resource Network (Iearn) | To further donee's exempt purpose | $12,000 |
| Centre Symphony Society Inc | To further donee's exempt purpose | $10,000 |
| The Piatigorsky Foundation | To further donee's exempt purpose | $10,000 |
| Friends of Bcsbns | To further donee's exempt purpose | $5,000 |
| New America Foundation | To further donee's exempt purpose | $5,000 |
| Princeton University | To further donee's exempt purpose | $5,000 |
| The Macula Foundation Inc | To further donee's exempt purpose | $5,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Hady Amr
- Katherine Brodsky
- Thea Amr
Questions people ask
Does The Brodsky Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Brodsky Family Foundation give?
$1.3 million in tax year 2025, across 29 grants, with a typical grant of $40,000.
Who runs The Brodsky Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Hady Amr (Trustee), Katherine Brodsky (Trustee) and Thea Amr (Trustee).
What does The Brodsky Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly health, education and arts and culture.