The Setton Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Setton Foundation is a private foundation in Commack, New York. In tax year 2025 it gave $3.3 million in 797 grants; the typical grant was $1,860 and the largest $52,000. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$3.3 million
- Number of grants797
- Typical grant$1,860
- Largest grant$52,000
- Assets$15.1 million
- New grantees59%
Giving in 2025 was up from $3.2 million the year before.
59% of its 2025 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 | $3.9 million | 760 | $8.6 million |
| 2024 | $3.2 million | 732 | $11.9 million |
| 2025 | $3.3 million | 797 | $15.1 million |
How to apply
The Setton 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 Setton Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its US grants went to recipients in 23 states, the most to New York. It also paid $1,300 in 1 grant to recipients outside the US.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 492 | $2.2 million |
| New Jersey | 158 | $617,650 |
| California | 77 | $299,431 |
| District of Columbia | 6 | $50,840 |
| Texas | 9 | $30,179 |
| South Dakota | 3 | $8,800 |
| Georgia | 1 | $6,000 |
| Illinois | 2 | $5,360 |
| Maryland | 7 | $4,646 |
| Virginia | 11 | $3,094 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Lev Torah | Charity | $52,000 |
| Mirrer Yeshiva | Charity | $52,000 |
| Yeshivat Mekor Haim | Charity | $52,000 |
| College Success Foundation | Charity | $50,000 |
| Maimondes Heritage Center | Charity | $50,000 |
| Maimonides Heritage Center | Charity | $50,000 |
| Shaare Zion of Great Neck | Charity | $50,000 |
| Yula High School | Charity | $50,000 |
| Shaare Zion of Great Neck | Charity | $45,000 |
| Shaare Zion of Great Neck | Charity | $45,000 |
| Shaare Zion of Great Neck | Charity | $45,000 |
| Shaare Zion of Great Neck | Charity | $38,213 |
| Keren Olam Hatorah | Charity | $36,000 |
| American Friends of Lev Aharon | Charity | $30,000 |
| Chabad of Mid Suffolk | Charity | $30,000 |
| Sephardic Mikveh of Midwood | Charity | $28,000 |
| Torah Learning Resources | Charity | $26,500 |
| Chabad of Bakersfield | Charity | $26,000 |
| Chabad of Bakersfield | Charity | $26,000 |
| Chabad of Mid Suffolk | Charity | $26,000 |
| Chabad of Stony Brook | Charity | $26,000 |
| Or Hachaim Lakewood NJ | Charity | $26,000 |
| Shaare Zion of Great Neck | Charity | $26,000 |
| Torah Learning Resources | Charity | $26,000 |
| Touch of Kindness-Tomchei la | Charity | $26,000 |
| Yeshiva Chaim Berlin | Charity | $26,000 |
| Yeshivat Kol Yaakov | Charity | $26,000 |
| Ahavat Shalomny | Charity | $18,000 |
| Ahavat Shalomny | Charity | $18,000 |
| Ahavat Shalomny | Charity | $18,000 |
| Bet Yaacov of the Jersey Shore | Charity | $18,000 |
| Chabad Hollywood West | Charity | $18,000 |
| Dsy Learning Program | Charity | $18,000 |
| Friends of Ahavat Shalom | Charity | $18,000 |
| Keren Olam Hatorah | Charity | $18,000 |
| Yeshiva Shaar Hatorah | Charity | $18,000 |
| Bet Medrash Gadul Ateret Torah | Charity | $17,980 |
| Bet Medrash Gadul Ateret Torah | Charity | $17,800 |
| Shaare Tefilah | Charity | $16,288 |
| Shaare Tefilah | Charity | $16,125 |
Officers and trustees
- Joshua Setton
- Morris Setton
- Rachel Souede
Questions people ask
Does The Setton Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Setton Foundation give?
$3.3 million in tax year 2025, across 797 grants, with a typical grant of $1,860.
Who runs The Setton Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Joshua Setton (Director, President, Sec.), Morris Setton (Director & Vice President) and Rachel Souede (Director).
What does The Setton Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, education and arts and culture.