The Philip Birnbaum Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Philip Birnbaum Foundation is a private foundation in New York, New York. In tax year 2024 it gave $38,500 in 11 grants; the typical grant was $4,000 and the largest $5,000. 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$38,500
- Number of grants11
- Typical grant$4,000
- Largest grant$5,000
- Assets$945,841
- New grantees82%
Giving in 2024 was up from $17,500 the year before.
82% of its 2024 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | $15,000 | 10 | $782,653 |
| 2023 | $17,500 | 3 | $849,029 |
| 2024 | $38,500 | 11 | $945,841 |
How to apply
The Philip Birnbaum 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.
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 6 states, the most to Washington.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Washington | 4 | $11,500 |
| California | 2 | $10,000 |
| New York | 2 | $8,000 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $4,000 |
| Connecticut | 1 | $2,500 |
| Kansas | 1 | $2,500 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Boldly Bloom | General use | $5,000 |
| NW Cave | General use | $5,000 |
| SLS Supreme Court Clinic | General use | $5,000 |
| Bend the Arc | General use | $4,000 |
| Brennan Center for Justice | General use | $4,000 |
| Jews United for Democracy and Justice | General use | $4,000 |
| Combat Hate Foundation | General use | $2,500 |
| Fit Kids | General use | $2,500 |
| Read Northwest | General use | $2,500 |
| West Columbia Gorge Humane Society | General use | $2,500 |
| Fosterful | General use | $1,500 |
Officers and trustees
- Matthew Greenberg
- Ronald Schneider
- Daniella Levine Cava
Questions people ask
Does The Philip Birnbaum Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Philip Birnbaum Foundation give?
$38,500 in tax year 2024, across 11 grants, with a typical grant of $4,000.
Who runs The Philip Birnbaum Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Matthew Greenberg (President/Director), Ronald Schneider (Treasurer/Director) and Daniella Levine Cava (Vp/Director).