The Treetops Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Treetops Foundation is a private foundation in New York, New York. In tax year 2024 it gave $713,088 in 25 grants; the typical grant was $3,600 and the largest $180,000. 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$713,088
- Number of grants25
- Typical grant$3,600
- Largest grant$180,000
- Assets$8.4 million
- New grantees64%
Giving in 2024 was down from $2.0 million 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 | $2.0 million | 31 | $16.4 million |
| 2024 | $713,088 | 25 | $8.4 million |
How to apply
The Treetops 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 Treetops Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its US grants went to recipients in 8 states, the most to New York. It also paid $1,800 in 1 grant to recipients outside the US.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 16 | $481,388 |
| California | 1 | $100,000 |
| Connecticut | 1 | $86,000 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $25,000 |
| North Carolina | 1 | $10,000 |
| Florida | 2 | $5,400 |
| Texas | 1 | $2,500 |
| Utah | 1 | $1,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Limmud Fsu International Foundation | General charitable support - no designation | $180,000 |
| Park Avenue Synagogue | General charitable support - no designation | $112,488 |
| USC Parents Fund | General charitable support - no designation | $100,000 |
| Taft School Development | General charitable support - no designation | $86,000 |
| Friends of the Idf | General charitable support - no designation | $74,000 |
| American Friends of the Philharmonic Orchestra | General charitable support - no designation | $31,000 |
| American Friends of the Israel Museum | General charitable support - no designation | $30,000 |
| Eaglebrook School | General charitable support - no designation | $25,000 |
| UJA | General charitable support - no designation | $25,000 |
| Friends of B'shvil Hamachar | General charitable support - no designation | $10,000 |
| Venetian Heritage Inc | General charitable support - no designation | $10,000 |
| Belev Echad | General charitable support - no designation | $3,600 |
| Federation of Jewish Communities of the Cis | General charitable support - no designation | $3,600 |
| Met Council Ny | General charitable support - no designation | $3,600 |
| Sixpoint Inc | General charitable support - no designation | $3,600 |
| Ahavat Raziel | General charitable support - no designation | $3,000 |
| Ballroom Marfa | General charitable support - no designation | $2,500 |
| Jgive - Friends of Asor | General charitable support - no designation | $1,800 |
| Pef Israel Endowment Funds Inc | General charitable support - no designation | $1,800 |
| Palm Beach Synagogue | General charitable support - no designation | $1,800 |
| Huntsman Cancer Foundation | General charitable support - no designation | $1,000 |
| Teaching Matters | General charitable support - no designation | $1,000 |
| The Boys Club of New York | General charitable support - no designation | $1,000 |
| Zaka North Inc | General charitable support - no designation | $1,000 |
| The Allen Stevenson School | General charitable support - no designation | $300 |
Officers and trustees
- Matthew Bronfman
Questions people ask
Does The Treetops Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Treetops Foundation give?
$713,088 in tax year 2024, across 25 grants, with a typical grant of $3,600.
Who runs The Treetops Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Matthew Bronfman (Trustee).
What does The Treetops Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly international, faith communities and education.