The Samuel Bronfman Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
The Samuel Bronfman Foundation Inc is a private foundation in New York, New York. In tax year 2024 it gave $3.0 million in 15 grants; the typical grant was $20,000 and the largest $2.4 million. 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$3.0 million
- Number of grants15
- Typical grant$20,000
- Largest grant$2.4 million
- Assets$63.1 million
- New grantees60%
Giving in 2024 was down from $3.3 million the year before.
60% 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 | $3.3 million | 16 | $66.4 million |
| 2024 | $3.0 million | 15 | $63.1 million |
How to apply
The Samuel Bronfman Foundation Inc 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 Samuel Bronfman Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 5 states, the most to New York.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 11 | $2.9 million |
| Utah | 1 | $50,000 |
| Connecticut | 1 | $30,000 |
| Illinois | 1 | $25,000 |
| Pennsylvania | 1 | $1,250 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| The Bronfman Youth Fellowship in Israel Inc | General charitable support - no designation | $2.4 million |
| 70 Faces Media | General charitable support - no designation | $200,000 |
| The Bronfman Center at NYU | General charitable support - no designation | $200,000 |
| Birthright Israel Foundation | General charitable support - no designation | $100,000 |
| United Jewish Federation of Utah | General charitable support - no designation | $50,000 |
| Theorem Media Inc | General charitable support - no designation | $30,000 |
| Keshet | General charitable support - no designation | $25,000 |
| American Jewish Historical Soceity | General charitable support - no designation | $20,000 |
| Jewish Book Council | General charitable support - no designation | $10,000 |
| Sefaria Inc | General charitable support - no designation | $10,000 |
| The Shefa School | General charitable support - no designation | $5,000 |
| Jewish Federations of North America | General charitable support - no designation | $4,000 |
| American Jewish Committee | General charitable support - no designation | $1,250 |
| To Life | General charitable support - no designation | $360 |
| From Pass-Through Entities | General charitable support - no designation | $130 |
Officers and trustees
- Adam R Bronfman
- Dana Raucher
Questions people ask
Does The Samuel Bronfman Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Samuel Bronfman Foundation Inc give?
$3.0 million in tax year 2024, across 15 grants, with a typical grant of $20,000.
Who runs The Samuel Bronfman Foundation Inc?
Its 2024 filing lists Adam R Bronfman (President) and Dana Raucher (Executive Director).
What does The Samuel Bronfman Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities.