The Menche Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Menche Foundation is a private foundation in New York, New York. In tax year 2025 it gave $110,652 in 22 grants; the typical grant was $1,900 and the largest $25,450. 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$110,652
- Number of grants22
- Typical grant$1,900
- Largest grant$25,450
- Assets$216,407
- New grantees32%
Giving in 2025 was down from $133,032 the year before.
32% of its 2025 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 | $198,512 | 32 | $367,469 |
| 2024 | $133,032 | 27 | $264,445 |
| 2025 | $110,652 | 22 | $216,407 |
How to apply
The Menche 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 Menche Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its US grants went to recipients in 5 states, the most to New York. It also paid $18,809 in 3 grants to recipients outside the US.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 14 | $63,683 |
| New Jersey | 2 | $20,360 |
| Delaware | 1 | $5,000 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $1,800 |
| Georgia | 1 | $1,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| P E F Israel Endowment Funds Inc | Charitable | $25,450 |
| Tzohar Israel Foundation | Charitable | $18,000 |
| Jgive-Friends of Asor Fund USA Inc | Charitable | $17,525 |
| American Friends of Leket Israel Inc | Charitable | $10,360 |
| Jaffa Institute | Charitable | $10,000 |
| Bukharian Jewish Congregation of Hillcrest | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Torah and Nature Foundation | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Congregation Zichron Rabbeinu Moshe Feinstein | Charitable | $2,500 |
| Ezrat Israel Inc | Charitable | $2,500 |
| Congregation Bnai Israel | Charitable | $2,000 |
| Ramaz School | Charitable | $2,000 |
| Friends of Emek Lone Soldier Inc | Charitable | $1,800 |
| Trustees of Boston University | Jewish educational center of boston university | $1,800 |
| Congregation Kehilath Jeshurun | Charitable | $1,443 |
| Jewish Records Indexing-Poland | Charitable | $1,250 |
| Friendship Circle International Inc | Charitable | $1,000 |
| Sefaria Inc | Charitable | $1,000 |
| Beit Haknesset Maarav Hertzelia - West Herzliya Synagogue | Charitable | $784 |
| American Friends of Chaiyanu | Charitable | $500 |
| The Prospect Heights Shul | Charitable | $360 |
| Next Wave Media | Charitable | $200 |
| Al Kanfei Nisharim | Charitable | $180 |
Officers and trustees
- Aaron Menche
- Aliza Menche
- Helen Sultanik
Questions people ask
Does The Menche Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Menche Foundation give?
$110,652 in tax year 2025, across 22 grants, with a typical grant of $1,900.
Who runs The Menche Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Aaron Menche (Director), Aliza Menche (Director) and Helen Sultanik (Director).
What does The Menche Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly international, faith communities and education.