William & Elyssa Friedland Foundation
Preselected recipients only
William & Elyssa Friedland Foundation is a private foundation in New York, New York. In tax year 2024 it gave $279,512 in 19 grants; the typical grant was $900 and the largest $110,150. 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$279,512
- Number of grants19
- Typical grant$900
- Largest grant$110,150
- Assets$685,297
- New grantees74%
Giving in 2024 was down from $677,907 the year before.
74% 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 | $677,907 | 23 | $775,633 |
| 2024 | $279,512 | 19 | $685,297 |
How to apply
William & Elyssa Friedland 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 William & Elyssa Friedland Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to New York.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 17 | $209,702 |
| Connecticut | 1 | $65,000 |
| New Jersey | 1 | $1,180 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Friends of Rodeph Sholom School Inc | Donation to support charitable purposes | $110,150 |
| Yale University Development | Donation to support charitable purposes | $65,000 |
| The Netherland-America Foundation | Donation to support charitable purposes | $50,000 |
| Dorot Inc | Donation to support charitable purposes | $25,000 |
| Friends of the Israel Defense Forces | Donation to support charitable purposes | $10,020 |
| The Museum of Modern Art | Donation to support charitable purposes | $6,000 |
| Court of Dreams | Donation to support charitable purposes | $2,000 |
| Belev Echad | Donation to support charitable purposes | $1,800 |
| Jgive - Friend of Asor | Donation to support charitable purposes | $1,180 |
| Jewish National Fund | Donation to support charitable purposes | $900 |
| The 92nd Street Y New York | Donation to support charitable purposes | $680 |
| Horace Mann School | Donation to support charitable purposes | $500 |
| Moise Safra Community Center Inc | Donation to support charitable purposes | $500 |
| United Hatzalah | Donation to support charitable purposes | $500 |
| Worldwide Friends | Donation to support charitable purposes | $500 |
| Beit Ruth | Donation to support charitable purposes | $360 |
| National Audubon Society | Donation to support charitable purposes | $360 |
| Park Avenue Synagogue | Donation to support charitable purposes | $252 |
| Supplies for Success | Donation to support charitable purposes | $180 |
Officers and trustees
- William Friedland
- Elyssa Friedland
Questions people ask
Does William & Elyssa Friedland Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does William & Elyssa Friedland Foundation give?
$279,512 in tax year 2024, across 19 grants, with a typical grant of $900.
Who runs William & Elyssa Friedland Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists William Friedland (Director) and Elyssa Friedland (Director).
What does William & Elyssa Friedland Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, faith communities and environment and conservation.