Milton and Ida Newman Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Milton and Ida Newman Foundation is a private foundation in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. In tax year 2024 it gave $498,000 in 18 grants; the typical grant was $7,500 and the largest $250,000. 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$498,000
- Number of grants18
- Typical grant$7,500
- Largest grant$250,000
- Assets$4.9 million
- New grantees94%
Giving in 2024 was up from $400,000 the year before.
94% 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | $2.0 million | 4 | $4.7 million |
| 2023 | $400,000 | 2 | $5.0 million |
| 2024 | $498,000 | 18 | $4.9 million |
How to apply
Milton and Ida Newman 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 Milton and Ida Newman Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 7 states, the most to Pennsylvania.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Pennsylvania | 7 | $315,500 |
| New York | 4 | $121,000 |
| Massachusetts | 2 | $32,500 |
| Ohio | 1 | $25,000 |
| New Jersey | 2 | $2,000 |
| California | 1 | $1,000 |
| Missouri | 1 | $1,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Lubavitch of Bucks County | Community | $250,000 |
| Central Fund for Israel | Community | $100,000 |
| Weitzman National Museum | Community | $30,000 |
| Impact Israel | Community | $27,500 |
| North American Values | Community | $25,000 |
| The Chop Foundation | Community | $15,000 |
| Jewish Relief Agency | Community | $10,000 |
| Ajc | Community | $10,000 |
| Afmda | Community | $10,000 |
| American Antiquarian Society | Community | $5,000 |
| Settlement Music School | Community | $5,000 |
| Adl Philadelphia | Community | $5,000 |
| Helpusadoptorg | Community | $1,000 |
| Chabad at the Shore | Community | $1,000 |
| Braille Institute of America | Community | $1,000 |
| Leukemia & Lymphona Society | Community | $1,000 |
| VFW | Community | $1,000 |
| American Poetry Review | Community | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- Bernard Newman
- Judith Newman
Questions people ask
Does Milton and Ida Newman Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Milton and Ida Newman Foundation give?
$498,000 in tax year 2024, across 18 grants, with a typical grant of $7,500.
Who runs Milton and Ida Newman Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Bernard Newman (Member) and Judith Newman (Member).
What does Milton and Ida Newman Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly arts and culture and faith communities.