The Nathan & Lena Seiler Family Fdn
Preselected recipients only
The Nathan & Lena Seiler Family Fdn is a private foundation in Staten Island, New York. In tax year 2024 it gave $180,000 in 34 grants; the typical grant was $3,800 and the largest $44,500. 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$180,000
- Number of grants34
- Typical grant$3,800
- Largest grant$44,500
- Assets$4.9 million
- New grantees38%
Giving in 2024 was up from $120,000 the year before.
38% 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 | $120,000 | 30 | $5.6 million |
| 2024 | $180,000 | 34 | $4.9 million |
How to apply
The Nathan & Lena Seiler Family Fdn 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 Nathan & Lena Seiler Family Fdn funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 11 states, the most to New York.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 20 | $72,865 |
| New Jersey | 2 | $49,500 |
| Massachusetts | 3 | $19,500 |
| Florida | 2 | $12,500 |
| California | 1 | $7,500 |
| Illinois | 1 | $5,000 |
| Minnesota | 1 | $5,000 |
| Texas | 1 | $5,000 |
| Ohio | 1 | $1,800 |
| Michigan | 1 | $835 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Congregation Laasok V'laasok | Tax exempt purpose | $44,500 |
| Yeshiva Institute Divrei Shmuel | Tax exempt purpose | $18,000 |
| Food for Free Committee | Tax exempt purpose | $10,000 |
| Tampa Torah Center | Tax exempt purpose | $10,000 |
| Chofetz Chaim Heritage Foundation | Tax exempt purpose | $9,000 |
| The Peter Westbrook Foundation | Tax exempt purpose | $7,500 |
| The Red Rover Relief | Tax exempt purpose | $7,500 |
| Mishmeres Hashalom | Tax exempt purpose | $6,800 |
| The Center for Inquiry | Tax exempt purpose | $6,000 |
| Yaffed | Tax exempt purpose | $6,000 |
| The Brattle Film Foundation | Tax exempt purpose | $5,000 |
| Alight | Tax exempt purpose | $5,000 |
| American Friends of Mosdos Montreal | Tax exempt purpose | $5,000 |
| Center for Disaster Philathropy | Tax exempt purpose | $5,000 |
| Texas Torah Center | Tax exempt purpose | $5,000 |
| Cooperative Development Institute | Tax exempt purpose | $4,500 |
| Ashira | Tax exempt purpose | $4,000 |
| Shaar | Tax exempt purpose | $3,600 |
| Center for Constitutional Rights | Tax exempt purpose | $3,500 |
| Orlando Torah Center | Tax exempt purpose | $2,500 |
| Congregation Yesod Avodah | Tax exempt purpose | $2,000 |
| Jep | Tax exempt purpose | $2,000 |
| Heritage House | Tax exempt purpose | $1,800 |
| Yeshiva Derech Hatorah of Monsey | Tax exempt purpose | $1,750 |
| Rsa | Tax exempt purpose | $835 |
| Lahav | Tax exempt purpose | $500 |
| Binyan Olam | Tax exempt purpose | $500 |
| Adas Yereim | Tax exempt purpose | $500 |
| Missouri Torah Institute | Tax exempt purpose | $500 |
| Keren Hayeled | Tax exempt purpose | $350 |
| Yeshiva of Greater Monsey | Tax exempt purpose | $300 |
| P'tach | Tax exempt purpose | $265 |
| Friends of Tziyuney Halacha | Tax exempt purpose | $200 |
| Keren or | Tax exempt purpose | $100 |
Officers and trustees
- Gloria S Deitsch
- Betty Cohen Wagner
- Mark Elenko
Questions people ask
Does The Nathan & Lena Seiler Family Fdn accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Nathan & Lena Seiler Family Fdn give?
$180,000 in tax year 2024, across 34 grants, with a typical grant of $3,800.
Who runs The Nathan & Lena Seiler Family Fdn?
Its 2024 filing lists Gloria S Deitsch (President), Betty Cohen Wagner (Secretary) and Mark Elenko (Treasurer/Vp).
What does The Nathan & Lena Seiler Family Fdn fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, arts and culture and human services.