The Eugene and Estelle Ferkauf Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Eugene and Estelle Ferkauf Foundation is a private foundation in Port Washington, New York. In tax year 2025 it gave $21,300 in 7 grants; the typical grant was $2,000 and the largest $7,300. 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$21,300
- Number of grants7
- Typical grant$2,000
- Largest grant$7,300
- Assets$1.7 million
- New grantees0%
Giving in 2025 was down from $50,000 the year before.
0% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, so most of its money goes to organizations it already funds.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $91,000 | 24 | $1.5 million |
| 2024 | $50,000 | 20 | $1.6 million |
| 2025 | $21,300 | 7 | $1.7 million |
How to apply
The Eugene and Estelle Ferkauf 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 Eugene and Estelle Ferkauf Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to New York.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 5 | $19,300 |
| New Jersey | 1 | $1,000 |
| Pennsylvania | 1 | $1,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Community Synagogue | General operations | $7,300 |
| Ferkauf Grad School of Psychology of Yeshiva University | General operations | $5,000 |
| Congregation Beth Israel | General operations | $3,000 |
| Rebuilding Together Long Island | General operations | $2,000 |
| Wnet Thirteen PBS | General operations | $2,000 |
| Philly Rescue Angels | General operations | $1,000 |
| Second Chance Adoption League | General operations | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Lenore Bronstein
- Barbara Dor
- Amy Shapira
- Robert Bronstein
- Israel Shapira
- Estelle Ferkauff
Questions people ask
Does The Eugene and Estelle Ferkauf Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Eugene and Estelle Ferkauf Foundation give?
$21,300 in tax year 2025, across 7 grants, with a typical grant of $2,000.
Who runs The Eugene and Estelle Ferkauf Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Lenore Bronstein (President-Trustee), Barbara Dor (Vp- Trustee), Amy Shapira (Treasurer-Trustee) and Robert Bronstein (Trustee) among 6 officers and trustees.
What does The Eugene and Estelle Ferkauf Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities.