The Jaffe Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Jaffe Family Foundation is a private foundation in Valley Cottage, New York. In tax year 2024 it gave $4.6 million in 103 grants; the typical grant was $9,884 and the largest $1.4 million. 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$4.6 million
- Number of grants103
- Typical grant$9,884
- Largest grant$1.4 million
- Assets$57.5 million
- New grantees30%
Giving in 2024 was up from $4.3 million the year before.
30% 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 | $4.3 million | 118 | $54.4 million |
| 2024 | $4.6 million | 103 | $57.5 million |
How to apply
The Jaffe 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 Jaffe Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its US grants went to recipients in 17 states, the most to New York. It also paid $9,884 in 1 grant to recipients outside the US.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 49 | $2.0 million |
| Connecticut | 16 | $1.6 million |
| Virginia | 5 | $335,500 |
| Massachusetts | 5 | $163,759 |
| Pennsylvania | 2 | $106,000 |
| Wyoming | 1 | $100,160 |
| Hawaii | 1 | $100,000 |
| Maine | 2 | $65,530 |
| California | 9 | $60,530 |
| Rhode Island | 2 | $36,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Climate Change for All Educators Inc | Support charitable purpose | $1.4 million |
| American Museum of Natural History | Support charitable purpose | $325,000 |
| Fare | Support charitable purpose | $200,000 |
| Weill Medical College of Cornell University | Support charitable purpose | $200,000 |
| Architectural League | Support charitable purpose | $164,000 |
| National Audubon Society | Support charitable purpose | $152,500 |
| WGBH | Support charitable purpose | $150,000 |
| Yale University School of Architecture | Support charitable purpose | $125,000 |
| Paul Taylor Dance Foundation | Support charitable purpose | $110,000 |
| Trustees of the University of Pennsylvania | Supports the mentorship program | $105,000 |
| Columbia University | Support charitable purpose | $101,500 |
| American Friends of Outset | Support charitable purpose | $100,160 |
| Ashoka | Support charitable purpose | $100,000 |
| Icahn School of Medacine Mt Sinai | Support charitable purpose | $100,000 |
| Jazz at Lincoln Center | Support charitable purpose | $100,000 |
| University of Hawaii Foundation | Support charitable purpose | $100,000 |
| Landing School Bb&d | Support charitable purpose | $65,000 |
| Food Allergy Fund | Support charitable purpose | $60,000 |
| Wnet | Support charitable purpose | $55,000 |
| Planned Parenthood | Support charitable purpose | $51,513 |
| Bridge Fund of New York | Support charitable purpose | $50,000 |
| Friends of Bird Life International | Support charitable purpose | $50,000 |
| Guggenheim Museum | Support charitable purpose | $50,000 |
| Icsc Foundation | Support charitable purpose | $50,000 |
| Maratime Aquarium | Support charitable purpose | $50,000 |
| STEM Teachers NYC | Support charitable purpose | $50,000 |
| Teachers College | Support charitable purpose | $50,000 |
| Cornell University - Dept of Architecture | Support charitable purpose | $37,000 |
| Edible Schoolyard Project | Support charitable purpose | $35,000 |
| Belmont Chapel | Support charitable purpose | $30,000 |
| Museum of Modern Art | Support charitable purpose | $26,000 |
| Billion Oyster Project | Support charitable purpose | $25,000 |
| Central Park Conservancy | Support charitable purpose | $25,000 |
| Cooper Union | Support charitable purpose | $25,000 |
| Jewish Museum | Support charitable purpose | $25,000 |
| Suny Impact Foundation | Support charitable purpose | $25,000 |
| Bang on A Can | Support charitable purpose | $20,000 |
| Columbia University Gsapp | Support charitable purpose | $20,000 |
| Fit Foundation | Support charitable purpose | $20,000 |
| Ilan Lael Foundation | Support charitable purpose | $15,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Elise Jaffe
- David Jaffe
- Richard Jaffe
- Roslyn Jaffe
Questions people ask
Does The Jaffe Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Jaffe Family Foundation give?
$4.6 million in tax year 2024, across 103 grants, with a typical grant of $9,884.
Who runs The Jaffe Family Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Elise Jaffe (President), David Jaffe (Vice-President & Secretary), Richard Jaffe (Vice-President & Treasurer) and Roslyn Jaffe (VP, Secretary, Treasurer (Thru 05/24)).
What does The Jaffe Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, environment and conservation and arts and culture.