The Henkind Foundation
Accepts applications
The Henkind Foundation is a private foundation in New York, New York. In tax year 2025 it gave $155,000 in 2 grants; the typical grant was $77,500 and the largest $150,000. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$155,000
- Number of grants2
- Typical grant$77,500
- Largest grant$150,000
- Assets$1.7 million
- New grantees100%
Giving in 2025 was up from $115,000 the year before.
100% 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 | $160,000 | 6 | $1.5 million |
| 2024 | $115,000 | 4 | $1.6 million |
| 2025 | $155,000 | 2 | $1.7 million |
How to apply
| Contact | Lewis Henkind 28094 North 103 Place, Scottsdale, AZ 85282 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (914) 694-1533 |
| What to submit | By letter - details of purpose of charity, history, etc. |
What The Henkind Foundation funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in New York.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 2 | $155,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Montefiore Medical Center | To heal, to teach, to discover and to advance the health of the communities served by montefiore medical center | $150,000 |
| Hemophilia Association of New York | To improve the quality of life for those with bleeding disorders through direct assistance, education and advocacy. | $5,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Lewis Henkind
- Ellie Henkind Katz
Questions people ask
Does The Henkind Foundation accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications.
How much does The Henkind Foundation give?
$155,000 in tax year 2025, across 2 grants, with a typical grant of $77,500.
Who runs The Henkind Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Lewis Henkind (President) and Ellie Henkind Katz (Trustee).
What does The Henkind Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly health and education.