The Helping Hands Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Helping Hands Foundation is a private foundation in Suffern, New York. In tax year 2024 it gave $122,997 in 14 grants; the typical grant was $8,400 and the largest $20,000. 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$122,997
- Number of grants14
- Typical grant$8,400
- Largest grant$20,000
- Assets$368,794
- New grantees36%
Giving in 2024 was up from $59,295 the year before.
36% 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $59,295 | 15 | $491,791 |
| 2024 | $122,997 | 14 | $368,794 |
How to apply
The Helping Hands 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 Helping Hands Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to New York.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 12 | $95,997 |
| New Jersey | 1 | $20,000 |
| Florida | 1 | $7,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Cong Ahavas Achim | Charitable | $20,000 |
| Cong Chasidei Zvhill | Charitable | $16,000 |
| Yeshiva Avir Yakov | Charitable | $13,200 |
| Cong Miskanos Yakov | Charitable | $11,900 |
| Cong Achiezer KY | Charitable | $11,400 |
| Various | Charitable | $9,800 |
| Global Center of Skver | Charitable | $9,600 |
| Mechon Lhoyroa | Charitable | $7,200 |
| Khal Kedishas Levi | Charitable | $7,000 |
| Bnei Yakov Yosef | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Cong Vien Bnos Chana | Charitable | $4,320 |
| Talmud Torah Darkei Avos | Charitable | $3,600 |
| Skver Matzah Shmura | Charitable | $2,277 |
| Cong Bais Shmiel Tzvi | Charitable | $1,700 |
Officers and trustees
- Shmuel Dirnfeld
- Mordchay Dirnfeld
Questions people ask
Does The Helping Hands Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Helping Hands Foundation give?
$122,997 in tax year 2024, across 14 grants, with a typical grant of $8,400.
Who runs The Helping Hands Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Shmuel Dirnfeld (Trustee) and Mordchay Dirnfeld (Trustee).
What does The Helping Hands Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities.