The Dorfman and Kaish Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Dorfman and Kaish Family Foundation is a private foundation in New York, New York. In tax year 2024 it gave $496,001 in 30 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 and the largest $100,000. 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$496,001
- Number of grants30
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$100,000
- Assets$646,108
- New grantees55%
Giving in 2024 was up from $282,926 the year before.
55% 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 | $282,926 | 35 | $1.1 million |
| 2024 | $496,001 | 30 | $646,108 |
How to apply
The Dorfman and Kaish 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 Dorfman and Kaish Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 6 states, the most to New York.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 23 | $404,000 |
| Massachusetts | 3 | $66,500 |
| California | 1 | $15,000 |
| Connecticut | 1 | $8,500 |
| Iowa | 1 | $2,000 |
| Pennsylvania | 1 | $1 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Weill Cornell Fund | Charitable contribution | $100,000 |
| Presidents & Fellows of Harvard College | Charitable contribution | $60,000 |
| Central Synagogue | Charitable contribution | $40,000 |
| Columbia Voice of Swallowing | Charitable contribution | $40,000 |
| The Brearley School | Charitable contribution | $27,500 |
| American Friends of Leket Isreal Inc | Charitable contribution | $25,000 |
| Citta | Charitable contribution | $25,000 |
| The Art Students League of New York | Charitable contribution | $25,000 |
| Napier Park Giving Fund | Charitable contribution | $25,000 |
| The Religious Zionist | Charitable contribution | $25,000 |
| Leukemia & Lymphoma Society | Charitable contribution | $25,000 |
| Pullum Center | Charitable contribution | $15,000 |
| Friends of the Israel Defense Forces | Charitable contribution | $10,000 |
| The Hotchkiss Library of Sharon | Charitable contribution | $8,500 |
| Concerts in Motion | Charitable contribution | $5,000 |
| Individual | Charitable contribution | $5,000 |
| Syracuse University | Charitable contribution | $5,000 |
| Expect Miracle Foundation | Charitable contribution | $5,000 |
| Wounded Warrior Project | Charitable contribution | $4,500 |
| Artist' Fellowship Inc | Charitable contribution | $3,000 |
| Athlete Ally | Charitable contribution | $2,500 |
| Schwarzman Animal Medical Center | Charitable contribution | $2,500 |
| Sloan Kettering | Charitable contribution | $2,500 |
| Friendly Sons of St Patrick | Charitable contribution | $2,500 |
| Agudas Achim of Iowa | Charitable contribution | $2,000 |
| The Paideia Institute | Charitable contribution | $1,500 |
| Harvard Arts Museums | Charitable contribution | $1,500 |
| The Ukranian Institute | Charitable contribution | $1,500 |
| Randalls Island Park | Charitable contribution | $1,000 |
| University of Pennsylvania | Charitable contribution | $1 |
Officers and trustees
- Jonathan Dorfman
- Melissa Kaish
- Morton Kaish
Questions people ask
Does The Dorfman and Kaish Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Dorfman and Kaish Family Foundation give?
$496,001 in tax year 2024, across 30 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs The Dorfman and Kaish Family Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Jonathan Dorfman (President and Secretary), Melissa Kaish (Treasurer) and Morton Kaish (Director).
What does The Dorfman and Kaish Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, faith communities and arts and culture.