The Taffner Family Charitable Trust Trust
Preselected recipients only
The Taffner Family Charitable Trust Trust is a private foundation in New York, New York. In tax year 2024 it gave $530,000 in 5 grants; the typical grant was $100,000 and the largest $200,000. 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$530,000
- Number of grants5
- Typical grant$100,000
- Largest grant$200,000
- Assets$13.6 million
- New grantees20%
Giving in 2024 was down from $725,000 the year before.
20% of its 2024 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a mix of repeat and new grantees.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $725,000 | 5 | $12.9 million |
| 2024 | $530,000 | 5 | $13.6 million |
How to apply
The Taffner Family Charitable Trust Trust 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 Taffner Family Charitable Trust Trust funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to New York.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 2 | $400,000 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $100,000 |
| California | 2 | $30,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Northwell Health Foundation | General support | $200,000 |
| St John's University | General support | $200,000 |
| Friends of Bafta US Inc | General support | $100,000 |
| The John Ritter Foundation | General support | $25,000 |
| British Academy of Film & TV Arts | General support | $5,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Donald L Taffner Jr
- Karen Taffner Butler
- Martin B Jaffe
Questions people ask
Does The Taffner Family Charitable Trust Trust accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Taffner Family Charitable Trust Trust give?
$530,000 in tax year 2024, across 5 grants, with a typical grant of $100,000.
Who runs The Taffner Family Charitable Trust Trust?
Its 2024 filing lists Donald L Taffner Jr (Trustee), Karen Taffner Butler (Trustee) and Martin B Jaffe (Administrator).
What does The Taffner Family Charitable Trust Trust fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education.