Warrior Mensch Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Warrior Mensch Foundation is a private foundation in New York, New York. In tax year 2023 it gave $1.8 million in 14 grants; the typical grant was $25,000 and the largest $693,900. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2023.
- Grants paid, 2023$1.8 million
- Number of grants14
- Typical grant$25,000
- Largest grant$693,900
- Assets$816,648
- New grantees79%
Giving in 2023 was up from $1.8 million the year before.
79% of its 2023 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 | $401,890 | 13 | $3.2 million |
| 2022 | $1.8 million | 33 | $2.0 million |
| 2023 | $1.8 million | 14 | $816,648 |
How to apply
Warrior Mensch 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 Warrior Mensch Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 6 states, the most to New York.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 8 | $913,900 |
| Pennsylvania | 1 | $500,000 |
| North Carolina | 2 | $365,000 |
| California | 1 | $25,000 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $25,000 |
| Illinois | 1 | $15,000 |
Grants paid in 2023
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Park Avenue Synagogue | General | $693,900 |
| Basser Center for Brca | General | $500,000 |
| Duke University | General | $360,000 |
| UJA Federation | General | $100,000 |
| National September 11 Memorial and Museum | General | $35,000 |
| The Teak Fellowship | General | $25,000 |
| Simon Wiesenthal Center | General | $25,000 |
| Habitat for Humanity New York City | General | $25,000 |
| School for Ethics and Global Leadership | General | $25,000 |
| Pat Tillman Foundation | General | $15,000 |
| Penguin Random House LLC | General | $15,000 |
| Anti Defamation League | General | $10,000 |
| Park Avenue Synagogue - Hanukkah on Broadway | General | $10,000 |
| Jewish Life at Duke University | General | $5,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Caryn Seidman-Becker
- Olivia Becker
- Willow Becker
Questions people ask
Does Warrior Mensch Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Warrior Mensch Foundation give?
$1.8 million in tax year 2023, across 14 grants, with a typical grant of $25,000.
Who runs Warrior Mensch Foundation?
Its 2023 filing lists Caryn Seidman-Becker (President), Olivia Becker (Vice President) and Willow Becker (Vice President).
What does Warrior Mensch Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, environment and conservation and education.