The Tikvah Fund
Preselected recipients only
The Tikvah Fund is a private foundation in New York, New York. In tax year 2024 it gave $7.0 million in 4 grants; the typical grant was $1.4 million and the largest $4.3 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$7.0 million
- Number of grants4
- Typical grant$1.4 million
- Largest grant$4.3 million
- Assets$87.0 million
- New grantees100%
Giving in 2024 was up from $3.1 million the year before.
100% 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 | $3.1 million | 1 | $86.1 million |
| 2024 | $7.0 million | 4 | $87.0 million |
How to apply
The Tikvah Fund 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.
Foundation website IRS filings on ProPublica
What The Tikvah Fund funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to New York.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 2 | $7.1 million |
| Florida | 2 | $17,376 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Jewish Communal Fund | General support | $4.3 million |
| The Shalem Foundation | General support | $2.8 million |
| University of Florida | General support | $12,376 |
| Lubavitch Chabad Jewish Center in Gainesville | General support | $5,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Hon Elliott Abrams
- Gary Rosenthal
- Raanan Agus
- Mem Bernstein
- Moshe Koppel
- Jay Lefkowitz
- Steven Price
- Terry Kassel
- Shelly Kassen
- Eric S Cohen
- Rabbi Hershel Lutch
- Amiad Cohen
Questions people ask
Does The Tikvah Fund accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Tikvah Fund give?
$7.0 million in tax year 2024, across 4 grants, with a typical grant of $1.4 million.
Who runs The Tikvah Fund?
Its 2024 filing lists Hon Elliott Abrams (Chairman/Member/Trustee), Gary Rosenthal (Vice Chairman/Trustee), Raanan Agus (Trustee) and Mem Bernstein (Member/Trustee) among 12 officers and trustees.
What does The Tikvah Fund fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities.