The Charatan Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Charatan Family Foundation is a private foundation in New York, New York. In tax year 2024 it gave $199,338 in 37 grants; the typical grant was $1,000 and the largest $55,300. 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$199,338
- Number of grants37
- Typical grant$1,000
- Largest grant$55,300
- Assets$25,701
- New grantees49%
Giving in 2024 was up from $195,051 the year before.
49% of its 2024 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 | $195,051 | 46 | $151,004 |
| 2024 | $199,338 | 37 | $25,701 |
How to apply
The Charatan 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 Charatan Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 7 states, the most to New York.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 25 | $108,388 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $55,300 |
| Maryland | 1 | $25,000 |
| Florida | 7 | $8,930 |
| Connecticut | 1 | $1,000 |
| California | 1 | $360 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $360 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| United States Holocaust Memorial Mu | Unrestricted | $55,300 |
| Self Help Community Service | Unrestricted | $30,000 |
| Johns Hopkins Univ-The Phyllis Albs | Unrestricted | $25,000 |
| Friendship Circle | Unrestricted | $18,000 |
| The New York Board of Rabbis | Unrestricted | $7,500 |
| The Bass | Unrestricted | $6,500 |
| UJA Federation of New York | Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| American Friends of Rabin Medical C | Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| Leukemia Lymphoma Society | Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| Home for Homeless | Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| Adl | Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| Camp Simcha | Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| New York Philharmonic | Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| The Green Vision Ny Inc | Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| Park East Synagogue | Unrestricted | $2,875 |
| Lehrman | Unrestricted | $2,574 |
| Encourage Kids Foundation | Unrestricted | $2,500 |
| Museum of Jewish Heritage | Unrestricted | $1,297 |
| Auschwitz Jewish Center | Unrestricted | $1,000 |
| Gates of Zion | Unrestricted | $1,000 |
| Global Lyme Alliance | Unrestricted | $1,000 |
| Breaththrought Miami | Unrestricted | $750 |
| Bal Harbour Police Legacy Foundatio | Unrestricted | $500 |
| Dolphin's Challenge Cancer | Unrestricted | $500 |
| The Palm Beach Foundation | Unrestricted | $450 |
| Play for Pink | Unrestricted | $400 |
| Yiddish Book Center | Unrestricited | $360 |
| Core | Unrestricted | $360 |
| The Fuller Center for Housing of GR | Unrestricted | $360 |
| Upper East Side Hatzolah | Unrestricted | $250 |
| Chabad of Southampton | Unrestricted | $180 |
| Dolphin Cycling Challenge | Unrestricted | $180 |
| Smile Train Inc | Unrestricted | $180 |
| The Bridgehampton Fire Department | Unrestricted | $100 |
| The Bridgehampton Community House | Unrestricted | $100 |
| Sisterhood Park East Synagogue | Unrestricted | $72 |
| Multiple Sclerosis Foundation | Unrestricted | $50 |
Officers and trustees
- Debrah L Charatan
- Bennat Berger
Questions people ask
Does The Charatan Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Charatan Family Foundation give?
$199,338 in tax year 2024, across 37 grants, with a typical grant of $1,000.
Who runs The Charatan Family Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Debrah L Charatan (President) and Bennat Berger (Secty,, CFO).
What does The Charatan Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly health, youth programs and arts and culture.