The Damial Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
The Damial Foundation Inc is a private foundation in New York, New York. In tax year 2025 it gave $14.9 million in 13 grants; the typical grant was $1.0 million and the largest $5.0 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$14.9 million
- Number of grants13
- Typical grant$1.0 million
- Largest grant$5.0 million
- Assets$93.6 million
- New grantees39%
Giving in 2025 was up from $8.7 million the year before.
39% 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 | $6.7 million | 17 | $81.9 million |
| 2024 | $8.7 million | 10 | $90.5 million |
| 2025 | $14.9 million | 13 | $93.6 million |
How to apply
The Damial 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 Damial Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to New York.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 10 | $12.4 million |
| Connecticut | 1 | $1.5 million |
| Rhode Island | 1 | $1.0 million |
| Florida | 1 | $10,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Hebrew Union College-Jewish Institution | To further educational, religious, medical, cultural, societal and environmental causes. | $5.0 million |
| Jewish Communal Fund | To further educational, religious, medical, cultural, societal and environmental causes. | $3.0 million |
| New York University | To further educational, religious, medical, cultural, societal and environmental causes. | $1.5 million |
| Suffield Academy | To further educational, religious, medical, cultural, societal and environmental causes. | $1.5 million |
| Tisch MS Research Center of New York | To further educational, religious, medical, cultural, societal and environmental causes. | $1.5 million |
| Atria Research and Global Health Institute | To further educational, religious, medical, cultural, societal and environmental causes. | $1.0 million |
| Brown University | To further educational, religious, medical, cultural, societal and environmental causes. | $1.0 million |
| Congregation Emanu-El of the City of NY | To further educational, religious, medical, cultural, societal and environmental causes. | $150,000 |
| Congregation Kol Ami | To further educational, religious, medical, cultural, societal and environmental causes. | $100,000 |
| FDNY Foundation | To further educational, religious, medical, cultural, societal and environmental causes. | $100,000 |
| Titus Special Education Advisory Group | To further educational, religious, medical, cultural, societal and environmental causes. | $50,000 |
| Richard Tucker Music Foundation | To further educational, religious, medical, cultural, societal and environmental causes. | $25,000 |
| Society of the Four Arts | To further educational, religious, medical, cultural, societal and environmental causes. | $10,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Daniel R Tisch
- Bonnie J Tisch
- Alan H Hirschfeld
- Barry L Bloom
Questions people ask
Does The Damial Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Damial Foundation Inc give?
$14.9 million in tax year 2025, across 13 grants, with a typical grant of $1.0 million.
Who runs The Damial Foundation Inc?
Its 2025 filing lists Daniel R Tisch (President,director), Bonnie J Tisch (Senior Vice President, Dir), Alan H Hirschfeld (Secretary) and Barry L Bloom (Treasurer).
What does The Damial Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly arts and culture, education and environment and conservation.