The Ezra Charitable Trust
Preselected recipients only
The Ezra Charitable Trust is a private foundation in Lawrence, New York. In tax year 2024 it gave $244,099 in 155 grants; the typical grant was $360 and the largest $70,000. 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$244,099
- Number of grants155
- Typical grant$360
- Largest grant$70,000
- Assets$7.0 million
- New grantees72%
Giving in 2024 was down from $486,036 the year before.
72% 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 | $486,036 | 132 | $7.6 million |
| 2024 | $244,099 | 155 | $7.0 million |
How to apply
The Ezra Charitable Trust 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 Ezra Charitable Trust funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 15 states, the most to New York.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 86 | $167,623 |
| New Jersey | 27 | $37,035 |
| Texas | 17 | $25,679 |
| Ohio | 1 | $5,000 |
| Florida | 8 | $3,865 |
| California | 5 | $2,265 |
| Illinois | 1 | $1,000 |
| Wisconsin | 1 | $610 |
| Minnesota | 1 | $360 |
| Maryland | 2 | $172 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Congregation Ahavas Tzdokah Vchesed Inc | General support | $70,000 |
| Lakewood Cheder | General support | $13,000 |
| Yad Eliezer | General support | $10,000 |
| Kollel Lhoroah | General support | $6,000 |
| Young Israel of Houston | General support | $5,270 |
| Congregation Tashbar Toras Chaim Inc | General support | $5,200 |
| Chabad of Hebron | General support | $5,000 |
| Congregation Mercaz Hatorah of Belle Harbor | General support | $5,000 |
| Taharath Hamishpacha Society | General support | $5,000 |
| Tzidkas Mordechai | General support | $5,000 |
| Various Organizations - Under 5000 | General support | $4,873 |
| Zichron Shlomo Yonason Fund Inc | General support | $4,550 |
| Chasdei Avos | General support | $4,100 |
| The Houston Mesivta | General support | $3,893 |
| Ray of Hope Institute Inc | General support | $3,880 |
| Sefaradic Gan Inc | General support | $3,600 |
| Ohr Chaim | General support | $3,400 |
| Rofeh Cholim Cancer Society | General support | $3,006 |
| Bais Medrash Darchie Yoisher | General support | $3,000 |
| Community Kolel of Houston | General support | $3,000 |
| Congregation Anshei Fallsburg | General support | $2,500 |
| Kolel Ner Malka | General support | $2,500 |
| Evelyn Rubenstein Jewish Community Center of Houston | General support | $2,381 |
| Shalom Torah Academy | General support | $2,050 |
| Chonen Vnosen | General support | $2,000 |
| Khal Chasidei Chernobyl | General support | $2,000 |
| Mosdos Spinka | General support | $2,000 |
| Tikva Childrens | General support | $2,000 |
| Mosdos Shaarei Zion | General support | $1,900 |
| American Friends of RCT | General support | $1,800 |
| Kollel Ohr Shmuel Inc | General support | $1,800 |
| Tahareinu | General support | $1,800 |
| United Hatzalah | General support | $1,800 |
| Yeshiva Sharei Yosher | General support | $1,800 |
| Cong Beth Rambam | General support | $1,770 |
| Keren Chasanim | General support | $1,600 |
| Ohr Somayach International | General support | $1,500 |
| Surfside Minyan | General support | $1,295 |
| Yeshiva Aderes Torah | General support | $1,290 |
| Belleaire Jewish Center | General support | $1,280 |
Officers and trustees
- Ezra Birnbaum
- Caroline Birnbaum
- Moshe Birnbaum
Questions people ask
Does The Ezra Charitable Trust accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Ezra Charitable Trust give?
$244,099 in tax year 2024, across 155 grants, with a typical grant of $360.
Who runs The Ezra Charitable Trust?
Its 2024 filing lists Ezra Birnbaum (Trustee), Caroline Birnbaum (Trustee) and Moshe Birnbaum (Trustee).
What does The Ezra Charitable Trust fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, education and youth programs.