The Farbman Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Farbman Family Foundation is a private foundation in Water Mill, New York. In tax year 2025 it gave $391,445 in 17 grants; the typical grant was $25,000 and the largest $50,000. 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$391,445
- Number of grants17
- Typical grant$25,000
- Largest grant$50,000
- Assets$1.1 million
- New grantees41%
Giving in 2025 was down from $511,797 the year before.
41% of its 2025 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 | $540,452 | 21 | $1.8 million |
| 2024 | $511,797 | 26 | $1.3 million |
| 2025 | $391,445 | 17 | $1.1 million |
How to apply
The Farbman 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 Farbman Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its US grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to New York. It also paid $19,445 in 1 grant to recipients outside the US.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 11 | $235,000 |
| California | 2 | $75,000 |
| District of Columbia | 2 | $57,000 |
| South Carolina | 1 | $5,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Amalgamated Charitable Foundation | Charitable donation | $50,000 |
| Social and Environmental | Charitable donation | $50,000 |
| Violence Intervention | Charitable donation | $40,000 |
| North Star Fund | Charitable donation | $40,000 |
| Columbia University | Charitable donation | $40,000 |
| Interreligious Foundation | Charitable donation | $25,000 |
| Rockefeller Philanthropy | Charitable donation | $25,000 |
| Community Partners | Charitable donation | $25,000 |
| Women and Justice Project | Charitable donation | $25,000 |
| Callactivit | Charitable donation | $19,445 |
| Girls for Gender Equity | Charitable donation | $10,000 |
| Youth Represent | Charitable donation | $10,000 |
| Women's Community Justice Association | Charitable donation | $10,000 |
| National Committee for Responsive Philanthropy | Charitable donation | $7,000 |
| The Billy Mac Fund | Charitable donation | $5,000 |
| Hive Community Circle | Charitable donation | $5,000 |
| The Marshall Project | Charitable donation | $5,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Steven Farbman
- Eileen Farbman
Questions people ask
Does The Farbman Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Farbman Family Foundation give?
$391,445 in tax year 2025, across 17 grants, with a typical grant of $25,000.
Who runs The Farbman Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Steven Farbman (Principal Manager) and Eileen Farbman (Manager).
What does The Farbman Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly youth programs.