First Forty-Four Foundation
Preselected recipients only
First Forty-Four Foundation is a private foundation in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. In tax year 2025 it gave $93,822 in 15 grants; the typical grant was $1,500 and the largest $75,000. 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$93,822
- Number of grants15
- Typical grant$1,500
- Largest grant$75,000
- Assets$1.5 million
- New grantees47%
Giving in 2025 was up from $34,639 the year before.
47% 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 | $15,985 | 13 | $808,939 |
| 2024 | $34,639 | 13 | $1.4 million |
| 2025 | $93,822 | 15 | $1.5 million |
How to apply
First Forty-Four 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 First Forty-Four Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to Pennsylvania.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Pennsylvania | 14 | $93,572 |
| Missouri | 1 | $250 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Jewish Federation of Greater Pittsburgh | General support | $75,000 |
| Persad Center | General support | $3,036 |
| Planned Parenthood | General support | $2,575 |
| Jewish Cemetery & Burial Assn | Endownment fund | $2,500 |
| Classrooms Without Borders | General support | $1,800 |
| The Branch | General support | $1,800 |
| National Council of Jewish Woman Pittsburgh | General support | $1,800 |
| Hillel Juc | Campus superstar 2024 | $1,500 |
| Just Harvest | General support | $1,000 |
| Crohn S and Colitis Foundation | General support | $801 |
| Hebrew Free Loan Association | General support | $500 |
| Jewish Assistance Fund | General support | $500 |
| Twilight Picnic for Parks | General support | $500 |
| GB the Tree of Life Memopurchas | General | $260 |
| Miriam School and Learning Center | General support | $250 |
Officers and trustees
- David Sufrin
- Diane Samuels
Questions people ask
Does First Forty-Four Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does First Forty-Four Foundation give?
$93,822 in tax year 2025, across 15 grants, with a typical grant of $1,500.
Who runs First Forty-Four Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists David Sufrin (President) and Diane Samuels (Treasurer).
What does First Forty-Four Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities.