Robert and Michelle Diener Foundation
Accepts applications
Robert and Michelle Diener Foundation is a private foundation in Dallas, Texas. In tax year 2024 it gave $1.9 million in 39 grants; the typical grant was $18,000 and the largest $413,310. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$1.9 million
- Number of grants39
- Typical grant$18,000
- Largest grant$413,310
- Assets$42.8 million
- New grantees46%
Giving in 2024 was up from $1.8 million the year before.
46% 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $1.8 million | 39 | $36.9 million |
| 2024 | $1.9 million | 39 | $42.8 million |
How to apply
| Contact | Robert Michelle Diener 3010 LBJ Freeway Suite 748, Dallas, TX 75234 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (305) 865-9300 |
What Robert and Michelle Diener Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 13 states, the most to New York.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 10 | $1.1 million |
| Florida | 15 | $618,950 |
| California | 2 | $65,000 |
| Maryland | 3 | $44,800 |
| Louisiana | 1 | $26,000 |
| Washington | 1 | $20,000 |
| Texas | 1 | $18,000 |
| New Jersey | 1 | $15,000 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $10,000 |
| Michigan | 1 | $5,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Chabad on Campus | Religious | $413,310 |
| American Friends of Magen David Adom | Health care | $175,000 |
| Aish Hatorah Inc | Religious | $155,000 |
| Greater Miami Jewish Federation | Jewish education | $144,300 |
| Friends of United Hatzala | Health care | $138,180 |
| Birthright Israel Foundation | Education | $108,000 |
| Lehrman Community Day School | Education | $100,000 |
| Posnack Day School | Education | $100,000 |
| Temple Menorah | Jewish education | $100,000 |
| Jewish Community Service of S Florida | Religious | $60,700 |
| Baptist Health S FL Foundation | Health care | $40,000 |
| Joe Dimaggio Childrens Hospital | Medical | $40,000 |
| Chabad of Tulane | Religious | $26,000 |
| Colel Chabad | Religious | $25,000 |
| Isra Aid Global Humanitarian Assistance | Religious | $25,000 |
| Jewish National Fund | Nature preservation | $25,000 |
| Momentum Unlimited | Religious | $25,000 |
| Yehudi | Religious | $25,000 |
| Brothers for Life | Humanitarian | $20,000 |
| Intown Chabad | Religious | $18,000 |
| Jewish Literacy Foundation | Education | $18,000 |
| Chabad Center at Cornell | Religious | $17,500 |
| Jerusalem U | Education | $15,000 |
| Morasha Olami | Religious | $15,000 |
| American Physicians for Israel | Health care | $10,000 |
| Habitat for Humanity - Upper Keys | Social services | $10,000 |
| Mount Sinai Hospital Foundation | Health care | $10,000 |
| Coral Restoration Foundation | Protect endangered species | $5,000 |
| Florida Friends of Israel Defense Fund | Education | $5,000 |
| Jewish Resource Center | Religious | $5,000 |
| Youth Renewal Fund | Religious | $5,000 |
| Yct Rabbinical School | Jewish education | $3,600 |
| American Jewish Committee | Education | $1,800 |
| Chabad Jewish Center Gainesville | Religious | $1,800 |
| Chabad of North Miami | Religious | $1,800 |
| Zionist Rabbinical Coalition | Religious | $1,800 |
| Ohel Avraham | Religious | $1,000 |
| Alpha Epsilon Pi Foundation | Education | $360 |
| National Ms Society | Medical research | $350 |
Officers and trustees
- Robert B Diener
- Michelle S Diener
- David S Litman
- Allison Diener Gilinski
- Brianna Diener Skydell
Questions people ask
Does Robert and Michelle Diener Foundation accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications.
How much does Robert and Michelle Diener Foundation give?
$1.9 million in tax year 2024, across 39 grants, with a typical grant of $18,000.
Who runs Robert and Michelle Diener Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Robert B Diener (Director), Michelle S Diener (Director), David S Litman (Director) and Allison Diener Gilinski (Director) among 5 officers and trustees.
What does Robert and Michelle Diener Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, education and health.