Yechiel Tzvi Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Yechiel Tzvi Foundation is a private foundation in Brooklyn, New York. In tax year 2025 it gave $407,500 in 23 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 and the largest $193,000. 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$407,500
- Number of grants23
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$193,000
- Assets$273,034
- New grantees61%
Giving in 2025 was up from $208,390 the year before.
61% 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 | $204,420 | 37 | $241,967 |
| 2024 | $208,390 | 22 | $482,558 |
| 2025 | $407,500 | 23 | $273,034 |
How to apply
Yechiel Tzvi 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 Yechiel Tzvi Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to New York.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 18 | $355,500 |
| New Jersey | 5 | $52,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Press Foundation | To assist non-profit organization with program expenses | $193,000 |
| Cong Ahavas Tzdokah V'chesed | Assistance to congregation to support mission to provide religious services | $52,000 |
| Or Layesharim | Assistance to congregation to support mission to provide religious services | $34,500 |
| Congregation Gates of Mercy | To assist non-profit organization with program expenses | $25,000 |
| Congregation Khal Kodesh | Assistance to congregation to support mission to provide religious services | $20,000 |
| Crown of Israel | Assistance to congregation to support mission to provide religious services | $15,000 |
| Miscellaneous Charities | To assist religious organizations with program expenses | $12,000 |
| Agudah of Flatbush | Assistance to congregation to support mission to provide religious services | $10,000 |
| Sifrei Algazi | To assist religious organizations with program expenses | $9,000 |
| Yam Hachesed Vhatorah | To assist religious organizations with program expenses | $7,200 |
| Binyan Olam | To assist non-profit organization with program expenses | $6,000 |
| Congregation Ksav | Assistance to congregation to support mission to provide religious services | $5,000 |
| Lakewood Cheder | To assist religious organizations with program expenses | $5,000 |
| Cong Kedushas Levi | Assistance to congregation to support mission to provide religious services | $2,000 |
| Cong Ohel Torah | Assistance to congregation to support mission to provide religious services | $2,000 |
| Zichron Shmuel | To assist religious organizations with program expenses | $2,000 |
| Haigud | To assist religious organizations with program expenses | $1,800 |
| Cong Avi Ezri | Assistance to congregation to support mission to provide religious services | $1,500 |
| Anshei Toras Chesed | Assistance to congregation to support mission to provide religious services | $1,000 |
| Be'er Miriam | To assist religious organizations with program expenses | $1,000 |
| Zichron Shlomo | To assist religious organizations with program expenses | $1,000 |
| Caring and Sharing of Ny | To assist non-profit organization with program expenses | $1,000 |
| Ezras Rayim | To assist religious organizations with program expenses | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- Isaac Stern
- Josh Silber
- Helen Gluck
Questions people ask
Does Yechiel Tzvi Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Yechiel Tzvi Foundation give?
$407,500 in tax year 2025, across 23 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs Yechiel Tzvi Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Isaac Stern (Director), Josh Silber (Director) and Helen Gluck (Director).
What does Yechiel Tzvi Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities.