The Frieman Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Frieman Foundation is a private foundation in New York, New York. In tax year 2024 it gave $313,587 in 93 grants; the typical grant was $525 and the largest $52,600. 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$313,587
- Number of grants93
- Typical grant$525
- Largest grant$52,600
- Assets$113,645
- New grantees34%
Giving in 2024 was up from $283,055 the year before.
34% of its 2024 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a mix of repeat and new grantees.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | $295,388 | 100 | $132,386 |
| 2023 | $283,055 | 112 | $150,867 |
| 2024 | $313,587 | 93 | $113,645 |
How to apply
The Frieman 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 Frieman Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 10 states, the most to New York.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 74 | $297,172 |
| Massachusetts | 2 | $7,360 |
| New Jersey | 7 | $2,915 |
| Florida | 2 | $1,980 |
| Iowa | 2 | $1,630 |
| California | 1 | $1,035 |
| Maryland | 1 | $718 |
| Texas | 2 | $410 |
| Ohio | 1 | $187 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $180 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Fidf | Unrestricted support of orgnaization's exempt purpose | $52,600 |
| American Friends of Shiba Hospital | Unrestricted support of orgnaization's exempt purpose | $36,000 |
| Colel Chabad | Unrestricted support of orgnaization's exempt purpose | $36,000 |
| American Friends of Bnei Rachel | Unrestricted support of orgnaization's exempt purpose | $22,000 |
| American Friends of Migdal Ohr | Unrestricted support of orgnaization's exempt purpose | $21,600 |
| Cong Kehilath Jeshurun | Unrestricted support of orgnaization's exempt purpose | $16,474 |
| Belev Echad | Unrestricted support of orgnaization's exempt purpose | $12,200 |
| American Friends of Ezer Mizion | Unrestricted support of orgnaization's exempt purpose | $10,000 |
| American Friends of Jerusalem College of Tech | Unrestricted support of orgnaization's exempt purpose | $10,000 |
| Stern College | Unrestricted support of orgnaization's exempt purpose | $7,500 |
| American Friends of Libi | Unrestricted support of orgnaization's exempt purpose | $7,000 |
| Yeshiva University | Unrestricted support of orgnaization's exempt purpose | $5,180 |
| Charidy Chessed Vrach Charidycom | Unrestricted support of orgnaization's exempt purpose | $4,116 |
| American Friends of Yeshiva Bnei Rachel | Unrestricted support of orgnaization's exempt purpose | $4,000 |
| Chabad Torah Center | Unrestricted support of orgnaization's exempt purpose | $3,800 |
| American Friends of Nediveth Bel-El | Unrestricted support of orgnaization's exempt purpose | $3,600 |
| American Friends of Shaare Zedek Hospital | Unrestricted support of orgnaization's exempt purpose | $3,600 |
| Central Fund of Israel | Unrestricted support of orgnaization's exempt purpose | $3,600 |
| United Hatzalah | Unrestricted support of orgnaization's exempt purpose | $3,600 |
| One Israel Fund | Unrestricted support of orgnaization's exempt purpose | $3,000 |
| Cong Orach Chaim | Unrestricted support of orgnaization's exempt purpose | $2,725 |
| Algemeiner Inc | Unrestricted support of orgnaization's exempt purpose | $2,360 |
| American Friends of Maagalim | Unrestricted support of orgnaization's exempt purpose | $2,334 |
| Hasofer | Unrestricted support of orgnaization's exempt purpose | $1,858 |
| American Friends of Ateret Cohanem Inc | Unrestricted support of orgnaization's exempt purpose | $1,800 |
| Charidy Maagalim Charidycom | Unrestricted support of orgnaization's exempt purpose | $1,800 |
| Emunah of America | Unrestricted support of orgnaization's exempt purpose | $1,800 |
| Israel Chabad Center | Unrestricted support of orgnaization's exempt purpose | $1,800 |
| Religious Zionists of America | Unrestricted support of organization's exempt purpose | $1,500 |
| American Friends of Idf | Unrestricted support of orgnaization's exempt purpose | $1,420 |
| Educational Institute of Cholei Torah | Unrestricted support of orgnaization's exempt purpose | $1,250 |
| K J Benevolent Fund | Unrestricted support of orgnaization's exempt purpose | $1,250 |
| American Friends of Darche Noam | Unrestricted support of orgnaization's exempt purpose | $1,200 |
| Shalva 2025 Congregation | Unrestricted support of orgnaization's exempt purpose | $1,100 |
| Stand With US | Unrestricted support of orgnaization's exempt purpose | $1,035 |
| American Friends of Beit Midrash of Elon Moreh | Unrestricted support of orgnaization's exempt purpose | $1,000 |
| Amit | Unrestricted support of orgnaization's exempt purpose | $1,000 |
| Caunera | Unrestricted support of orgnaization's exempt purpose | $1,000 |
| Friends of United Hazala | Unrestricted support of orgnaization's exempt purpose | $1,000 |
| Keren Ohr | Unrestricted support of orgnaization's exempt purpose | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Rivka Frieman
- Morris Platt
Questions people ask
Does The Frieman Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Frieman Foundation give?
$313,587 in tax year 2024, across 93 grants, with a typical grant of $525.
Who runs The Frieman Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Rivka Frieman (President) and Morris Platt (Treasurer).
What does The Frieman Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, health and education.