The Miriam and Esther Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Miriam and Esther Foundation is a private foundation in Brooklyn, New York. In tax year 2024 it gave $94,585 in 11 grants; the typical grant was $1,500 and the largest $68,980. 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$94,585
- Number of grants11
- Typical grant$1,500
- Largest grant$68,980
- Assets$2.4 million
- New grantees27%
Giving in 2024 was down from $118,410 the year before.
27% 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 | $118,410 | 11 | $1.5 million |
| 2024 | $94,585 | 11 | $2.4 million |
How to apply
The Miriam and Esther 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 Miriam and Esther Foundation funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in New York.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 11 | $94,585 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Yeshiva Machzikei Hadas Inc | Educational | $68,980 |
| Tammy Project USA | Charitable | $12,000 |
| Cong Shtibel 45th | Educational | $5,310 |
| Cong Tzlosao Dshlomo | Educational | $1,895 |
| Imcha Inc | Charitable | $1,800 |
| Cong Belzer Shtibel | Charitable | $1,500 |
| Kolel Dchasidel Belz | Educational | $1,000 |
| Chasdei Yeshaya | Charitable | $1,000 |
| Belz Institutions | Educational | $500 |
| Chuppah | Charitable | $500 |
| Bnos Jerusalem | Educational | $100 |
Officers and trustees
- Moses Graus
- Chaya Graus
- Leah Kiss
- Chani Sternberg
Questions people ask
Does The Miriam and Esther Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Miriam and Esther Foundation give?
$94,585 in tax year 2024, across 11 grants, with a typical grant of $1,500.
Who runs The Miriam and Esther Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Moses Graus (President), Chaya Graus (Vice President), Leah Kiss (Secretary) and Chani Sternberg (Treasurer).
What does The Miriam and Esther Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education.