The Esther & Robert Born Foundation
Accepts applications
The Esther & Robert Born Foundation is a private foundation in New York, New York. In tax year 2024 it gave $352,199 in 19 grants; the typical grant was $10,000 and the largest $125,000. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$352,199
- Number of grants19
- Typical grant$10,000
- Largest grant$125,000
- Assets$2.6 million
- New grantees47%
Giving in 2024 was down from $681,932 the year before.
47% 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 | $681,932 | 15 | $2.6 million |
| 2024 | $352,199 | 19 | $2.6 million |
How to apply
| Contact | Richard Born 595 Madison Avenue, 36th Floor, New York, NY 10022 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (917) 640-2182 |
| What to submit | Written request - organization name and charitable purpose |
| Deadlines | Requests must be submitted before december 31 |
| Restrictions | There are no award restrictions or limitations |
What The Esther & Robert Born Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 6 states, the most to New York.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 14 | $271,099 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $50,000 |
| Illinois | 1 | $25,000 |
| California | 1 | $2,500 |
| Florida | 1 | $1,800 |
| Virginia | 1 | $1,800 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Friends of the Idf | Donation | $125,000 |
| U S Holocaust Museum | Donation | $50,000 |
| Congregation Kehilath Jes | Donation | $43,619 |
| International Fellowship of Christi | Donation | $25,000 |
| J N F | Donation | $18,000 |
| Friends of Rabin Medical Center | Donation | $18,000 |
| Tibet Fund | Donation | $13,000 |
| Jewish Center of Atlantic Beach | Donation | $10,180 |
| UJA | Donation | $10,000 |
| Ohr Torah Stone | Donation | $10,000 |
| Ramot Torah School | Donation | $10,000 |
| Collel Beth Shmuel Aaron | Donation | $5,000 |
| Museum of Jewish Heritage | Donation | $5,000 |
| Chinuch Charedi of California | Donation | $2,500 |
| American Foundation for Navy Seals | Donation | $1,800 |
| BRG Vision Foundation | Donation | $1,800 |
| Boca Beach Chabad | Donation | $1,800 |
| David Herskovits Foundation | Donation | $1,000 |
| Chai Lifeline | Donation | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- Richard Born
- Rita Distenfeld
Questions people ask
Does The Esther & Robert Born Foundation accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications, with this on deadlines: Requests must be submitted before december 31.
How much does The Esther & Robert Born Foundation give?
$352,199 in tax year 2024, across 19 grants, with a typical grant of $10,000.
Who runs The Esther & Robert Born Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Richard Born (President) and Rita Distenfeld (Treasurer).
What does The Esther & Robert Born Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities and arts and culture.