Jacob L Reiss Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Jacob L Reiss Foundation is a private foundation in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. In tax year 2025 it gave $330,000 in 25 grants; the typical grant was $8,000 and the largest $38,000. 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$330,000
- Number of grants25
- Typical grant$8,000
- Largest grant$38,000
- Assets$8.0 million
- New grantees60%
Giving in 2025 was up from $300,000 the year before.
60% 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 | $321,000 | 21 | $6.7 million |
| 2024 | $300,000 | 19 | $7.3 million |
| 2025 | $330,000 | 25 | $8.0 million |
How to apply
Jacob L Reiss 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 Jacob L Reiss Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 8 states, the most to New York.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 10 | $143,740 |
| Massachusetts | 2 | $58,000 |
| New Jersey | 2 | $37,760 |
| Connecticut | 6 | $35,000 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $26,000 |
| California | 1 | $20,000 |
| Virginia | 1 | $5,000 |
| Florida | 2 | $4,500 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Julian Reiss Foundation | General operating | $38,000 |
| Mercy Care for the Adirondacks Inc | General operating | $36,000 |
| St Josephs Rehabilitation Center Inc | General operating | $30,000 |
| Cormaria Retreat Center in | General operating | $26,000 |
| Georgetown University | General operating | $26,000 |
| Cape Cod Healthcare Inc | General operating | $20,000 |
| Blinknow Fdn A NJ Nonprofitcorporation | General operating | $20,000 |
| California School for the Deaf Alumni | General operating | $20,000 |
| Rumson Endowment Fund Inc | General operating | $17,760 |
| Community Solutions International Inc | General operating | $15,740 |
| Families First in Essex County Inc | General operating | $10,000 |
| Church of the Nativity | General operating | $10,000 |
| Maryknoll Fathers and Brothers | General operating | $8,000 |
| Maryknoll Sisters of St Dominic Inc | General operating | $8,000 |
| Catholic Charities Archdioc of Hartford | General operating | $6,000 |
| Northwestern CT YMCA | General operating | $6,000 |
| Fairfield University | General operating | $5,000 |
| Bridgeport Roman Catholic Diocesan Corp | General operating | $5,000 |
| Our Lady of Perpetual Help Parish | General operating | $5,000 |
| The Haven | General operating | $5,000 |
| St Lukes Roman Catholic Church Inc | General operating | $3,000 |
| Stephen Siller Tunnel to Towers Foundati | General operating | $2,500 |
| Passionist Communications Inc | General operating | $2,500 |
| Wounded Warrior Project Inc | General operating | $2,500 |
| Lords Place Inc | General operating | $2,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Bny Mellon N A
Questions people ask
Does Jacob L Reiss Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Jacob L Reiss Foundation give?
$330,000 in tax year 2025, across 25 grants, with a typical grant of $8,000.
Who runs Jacob L Reiss Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Bny Mellon N A (Trustee).
What does Jacob L Reiss Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, faith communities and human services.