The RDM Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The RDM Foundation is a private foundation in Brooklyn, New York. In tax year 2024 it gave $619,303 in 42 grants; the typical grant was $2,044 and the largest $168,140. 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$619,303
- Number of grants42
- Typical grant$2,044
- Largest grant$168,140
- Assets$2.6 million
- New grantees71%
Giving in 2024 was up from $498,960 the year before.
71% 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $498,960 | 42 | $2.5 million |
| 2024 | $619,303 | 42 | $2.6 million |
How to apply
The RDM 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 RDM Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to New York.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 39 | $595,603 |
| New Jersey | 2 | $20,100 |
| Virginia | 1 | $3,600 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Ohr Shmuel | To further jewish causes | $168,140 |
| American Friends of Beit El Yeshiva Center | To further jewish causes | $61,000 |
| Adi Israel Foundation | To further jewish causes | $60,000 |
| The Flatbush Community Fund | To further jewish causes | $54,000 |
| Mesamchei Lev | To further jewish causes | $50,000 |
| Congregation Ahavas Tzdokah Vchesed Inc | To further jewish causes | $43,000 |
| American Friends of Shalva Israel | To further jewish causes | $36,000 |
| Congregation Agudath Israel | To further jewish causes | $25,000 |
| American Friends of Yeshivat Tifrach | To further jewish causes | $20,000 |
| American Friends of Magen Lacholeh Inc | To further jewish causes | $20,000 |
| Flatbush Jewish Community Council | To further jewish causes | $20,000 |
| Ohr Meir Ubracha | To further jewish causes | $10,000 |
| Bnei Emunim | To further jewish causes | $6,000 |
| Lachmei Mordechai | To further jewish causes | $5,000 |
| The Mrs Kahn Bikur Cholim Apartments Inc | To further jewish causes | $5,000 |
| American Friends of Emunah Vchesed | To further jewish causes | $5,000 |
| Friend of Asor | To further jewish causes | $3,600 |
| Congregation Bnei Aaron Inc | To further jewish causes | $3,600 |
| Congregation Bnai Shlomo Zalman | To further jewish causes | $3,600 |
| Chaya Israel Foundation | To further jewish causes | $2,500 |
| Congregation BSZ Inc | To further jewish causes | $2,087 |
| Podeah Umatzil Inc | To further jewish causes | $2,000 |
| The Charity Center | To further jewish causes | $1,800 |
| Congregation Duvid Elchonon | To further jewish causes | $1,500 |
| Toirem | To further jewish causes | $1,200 |
| Chabad of Brooklyn College | To further jewish causes | $1,000 |
| Chochmat Shlomo | To further jewish causes | $1,000 |
| Tunnel to Towers Foundation | To further jewish causes | $1,000 |
| Chedvat Neurim | To further jewish causes | $1,000 |
| Asike Shmatsa | To further jewish causes | $1,000 |
| American Friends of Rabbinical College Kol Torah | To further jewish causes | $1,000 |
| Ichud Mosdos Hachinuch | To further jewish causes | $1,000 |
| Kollel Medrash Shmuel | To further jewish causes | $500 |
| Congregation Bais Mordechai | To further jewish causes | $500 |
| Congregation Anshei Woodlake | To further jewish causes | $400 |
| Toldos Avrum Yitzchok | To further jewish causes | $360 |
| Congregation Ohr Layeshurim | To further jewish causes | $180 |
| Olam Hatzedaka Corp | To further jewish causes | $100 |
| Congregation Zeh Lzeh | To further jewish causes | $100 |
| Mosdos Alexander | To further jewish causes | $100 |
Officers and trustees
- Judy Rosenthal
- Tomas Rosenthal
Questions people ask
Does The RDM Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The RDM Foundation give?
$619,303 in tax year 2024, across 42 grants, with a typical grant of $2,044.
Who runs The RDM Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Judy Rosenthal (Trustee) and Tomas Rosenthal (Trustee).
What does The RDM Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities and education.