Yaman Foundation
Accepts applications
Yaman Foundation is a private foundation in Cortland, New York. In tax year 2025 it gave $137,500 in 3 grants; the typical grant was $10,000 and the largest $125,000. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$137,500
- Number of grants3
- Typical grant$10,000
- Largest grant$125,000
- Assets$285,278
- New grantees67%
Giving in 2025 was up from $47,707 the year before.
67% of its 2025 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 | $203,000 | 7 | $458,221 |
| 2024 | $47,707 | 8 | $417,442 |
| 2025 | $137,500 | 3 | $285,278 |
How to apply
| Contact | Yaman Foundation 165 Main St Suite 1, Cortland, NY 13045 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (607) 756-5872 |
| What to submit | Applications should be written and specify the nature of the applicant. |
| Restrictions | Recipents must be qualified charitable organizations within the meaning of internal revenue code section 501(c)(3). |
What Yaman Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to New York.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 2 | $127,500 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $10,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Tompkins Financial Advisors | General donation | $125,000 |
| Dana Farber Cancer Institute | General donation | $10,000 |
| Kiwanis of Cortland | Donation for playground | $2,500 |
Officers and trustees
- James D Yaman
- Paul J Yaman
- Dorothy Kelly
- Emily Yaman
Questions people ask
Does Yaman Foundation accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications.
How much does Yaman Foundation give?
$137,500 in tax year 2025, across 3 grants, with a typical grant of $10,000.
Who runs Yaman Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists James D Yaman (Trustee), Paul J Yaman (Trustee), Dorothy Kelly (Trustee) and Emily Yaman (Trustee).
What does Yaman Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly health.