Tyf Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Tyf Foundation is a private foundation in Spring Valley, New York. In tax year 2025 it gave $67,435 in 11 grants; the typical grant was $1,000 and the largest $36,000. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$67,435
- Number of grants11
- Typical grant$1,000
- Largest grant$36,000
- Assets$1.1 million
- New grantees27%
Giving in 2025 was down from $67,985 the year before.
27% of its 2025 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 | $58,505 | 10 | $1.0 million |
| 2024 | $67,985 | 11 | $1.0 million |
| 2025 | $67,435 | 11 | $1.1 million |
How to apply
Tyf 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 Tyf Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to New York.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 7 | $59,815 |
| New Jersey | 4 | $7,620 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Marcaz Hatorah of Belle Harbor | Charitable | $36,000 |
| Mesivta Tiferes Jerusalem | Charitable | $10,000 |
| Cong Tefila Lemoshe | Charitable | $8,360 |
| Kollel Birchas Yaakov | Charitable | $5,400 |
| Cong Ohavei Torah | Charitable | $3,755 |
| Shalva High School | Charitable | $1,000 |
| American Friends of Sanhedria Jerusalem | Charitable | $720 |
| Congregation Tefilla Yisroel | Charitable | $700 |
| Talmud Torah Bobov | Charitable | $500 |
| Mercaz Hatorah of White Oak Inc | Charitable | $500 |
| American Friends of Shaar Hagdolah Elad | Charitable | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- Raphael Yenowitz
- Heny Yenowitz
Questions people ask
Does Tyf Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Tyf Foundation give?
$67,435 in tax year 2025, across 11 grants, with a typical grant of $1,000.
Who runs Tyf Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Raphael Yenowitz (Trustee) and Heny Yenowitz (Trustee).
What does Tyf Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities.