The Shalom Ish Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Shalom Ish Foundation is a private foundation in Brooklyn, New York. In tax year 2024 it gave $1.1 million in 15 grants; the typical grant was $28,000 and the largest $566,000. 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$1.1 million
- Number of grants15
- Typical grant$28,000
- Largest grant$566,000
- Assets$4.0 million
- New grantees80%
Giving in 2024 was up from $609,750 the year before.
80% 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 | $609,750 | 18 | $4.6 million |
| 2024 | $1.1 million | 15 | $4.0 million |
How to apply
The Shalom Ish 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 Shalom Ish Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to New York.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 10 | $949,700 |
| New Jersey | 5 | $195,500 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Birchos Shomayim of Kasho Inc | To provide support for an educational institution - tax exempt 501 c 3 school | $566,000 |
| Yeshiva of Kasho - Ohel Shmuel | To provide support for a religious institution- tax exempt 501(c)(3) school | $200,000 |
| Congregation Bais Medrash Kerem SHL | To provide support for a religious institution- tax exempt 501(c)(3) synagogue | $100,000 |
| Individual | To provide support for a religious institution- tax exempt 501(c)(3) synagogue | $74,000 |
| Individual | To provide support for an educational institution- tax exempt 501(c)(3) school | $44,100 |
| Individual | To provide support for a religious institution- tax exempt 501(c)(3) synagogue | $36,000 |
| Individual | To provide support for a religious congregational institution- tax exempt 501(c)(3) | $35,000 |
| Individual | To provide support for a religious institution- tax exempt 501(c)(3) synagogue | $28,000 |
| Individual | To provide support for a religious educational institution- tax exempt 501(c)(3) | $24,000 |
| Individual | To provide support for a religious educational institution- tax exempt 501(c)(3) | $15,000 |
| Gmach of Jackson | To provide support for an institution assisting poverty issues- tax exempt 501(c)(3) | $7,500 |
| Individual | To provide support for an educational institution- tax exempt 501(c)(3) school | $5,000 |
| Individual | To provide support for an educational institution- tax exempt 501(c)(3) school | $5,000 |
| Congregation of Whispering Woods | To provide support for a religious institution- tax exempt 501(c)(3) synagogue | $3,600 |
| Individual | To provide support for a religious educational institution- tax exempt 501(c)(3) | $2,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Morris Friedman
- Abraham Friedman
Questions people ask
Does The Shalom Ish Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Shalom Ish Foundation give?
$1.1 million in tax year 2024, across 15 grants, with a typical grant of $28,000.
Who runs The Shalom Ish Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Morris Friedman (Director) and Abraham Friedman (Controller).
What does The Shalom Ish Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education and faith communities.