The Shtesl Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Shtesl Family Foundation is a private foundation in Brooklyn, New York. In tax year 2024 it gave $514,948 in 14 grants; the typical grant was $29,250 and the largest $81,000. 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$514,948
- Number of grants14
- Typical grant$29,250
- Largest grant$81,000
- Assets$53,457
- New grantees64%
Giving in 2024 was up from $349,584 the year before.
64% 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 | $349,584 | 16 | $249,220 |
| 2024 | $514,948 | 14 | $53,457 |
How to apply
The Shtesl Family 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 3 states, the most to New York.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 12 | $411,748 |
| New Jersey | 1 | $78,200 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $25,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Ojc | Charitable | $81,000 |
| Cong Kaftor | Charitable | $78,200 |
| Various Misc Charities Less Than 10 | Charitable | $64,514 |
| Cong Mogan Shaul | Charitable | $39,500 |
| Congregation Yetev Lev D'Satmar | Charitable | $39,184 |
| Cong Ichud | Charitalbe | $35,950 |
| Elef Hamugein | Charitable | $30,000 |
| Cyl South 8 | Charitable | $28,500 |
| Cong Beth Pinchas | Charitable | $25,000 |
| Rav Chesed | Charitable | $21,500 |
| Ichud Anash | Charitable | $20,800 |
| Ichud Hatalmidim | Charitable | $20,800 |
| Cong Bais Dov | Charitable | $16,500 |
| Bais Chuna | Charitable | $13,500 |
Officers and trustees
- Ascher Shtesl
- Rachel Shtesl
- Israel Berkowitz
Questions people ask
Does The Shtesl Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Shtesl Family Foundation give?
$514,948 in tax year 2024, across 14 grants, with a typical grant of $29,250.
Who runs The Shtesl Family Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Ascher Shtesl (Trustee), Rachel Shtesl (Trustee) and Israel Berkowitz (Trustee).