Dunitz Family Charitable Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Dunitz Family Charitable Foundation is a private foundation in Lexington, South Carolina. In tax year 2025 it gave $9,900 in 7 grants; the typical grant was $500 and the largest $4,400. 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$9,900
- Number of grants7
- Typical grant$500
- Largest grant$4,400
- Assets$167,805
- New grantees86%
Giving in 2025 was up from $4,500 the year before.
86% 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 | $10,850 | 6 | $93,666 |
| 2024 | $4,500 | 5 | $131,749 |
| 2025 | $9,900 | 7 | $167,805 |
How to apply
Dunitz Family Charitable 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 Dunitz Family Charitable Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to Oklahoma.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Oklahoma | 3 | $5,400 |
| Indiana | 3 | $4,000 |
| South Carolina | 1 | $500 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| B'nai Emunah Synagogue | General operations | $4,400 |
| Sycamore School Grandparents Fund | General operations | $2,500 |
| Indianapolis Jewish Federation | General operations | $1,000 |
| Family & Children Services | General operations | $500 |
| Domestic Violence Intervention | General operations | $500 |
| Second Helpings Indianapolis | General operations | $500 |
| Columbia SC Jewish Federation | General operations | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- Scott J Dunitz
- Elise Dunitz Brennan
Questions people ask
Does Dunitz Family Charitable Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Dunitz Family Charitable Foundation give?
$9,900 in tax year 2025, across 7 grants, with a typical grant of $500.
Who runs Dunitz Family Charitable Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Scott J Dunitz (Trustee) and Elise Dunitz Brennan (Trustee).
What does Dunitz Family Charitable Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities.