Newman Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Newman Family Foundation is a private foundation in Mercer Island, Washington. In tax year 2024 it gave $456,020 in 29 grants; the typical grant was $6,000 and the largest $60,000. 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$456,020
- Number of grants29
- Typical grant$6,000
- Largest grant$60,000
- Assets$11.1 million
- New grantees59%
Giving in 2024 was down from $490,665 the year before.
59% 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 | $490,665 | 29 | $10.3 million |
| 2024 | $456,020 | 29 | $11.1 million |
How to apply
Newman Family 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 Newman Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its US grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to Washington. It also paid $900 in 1 grant to recipients outside the US.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Washington | 19 | $271,120 |
| New York | 6 | $126,000 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $36,000 |
| California | 2 | $22,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Brothers for Life | General Support | $60,000 |
| Worldwide Friends Foundation | General Support | $60,000 |
| American Technion Society | General Support | $50,000 |
| Hillel International | General Support | $36,000 |
| Seattle Academy SAAS | General Support | $30,000 |
| Seattle Hebrew Academy | General Support | $30,000 |
| Jewish Federation | General Support | $27,000 |
| Holocaust Center for Humanity | General Support | $26,800 |
| Hillel UW | General Support | $25,000 |
| Stand With Us | General Support | $20,000 |
| JFS | General Support | $18,000 |
| Hadassah | General Support | $17,500 |
| Shalom Hartman Institute | General Support | $10,000 |
| Stroum Jewish Community Center | General Support | $8,000 |
| Camp Solomon Schechter | General Support | $6,000 |
| Island Synagogue | General Support | $5,360 |
| Blfa | General Support | $5,000 |
| Friendship Circle | General Support | $5,000 |
| National Library of Israel | General Support | $5,000 |
| WSFH | General Support | $2,000 |
| Chabad of Mercer Island | General Support | $1,800 |
| Nyhs | General Support | $1,800 |
| Rivkin Center for Ovarian Cancer | General Support | $1,500 |
| Eastside Torah Center | General Support | $1,000 |
| National MS Society | General Support | $1,000 |
| North Central Synagogue | General Support | $900 |
| Adl | General Support | $500 |
| Kindertransport Association | General Support | $500 |
| WSJHS | General Support | $360 |
Officers and trustees
- Jonathan S Newman
- Naomi Newman
Questions people ask
Does Newman Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Newman Family Foundation give?
$456,020 in tax year 2024, across 29 grants, with a typical grant of $6,000.
Who runs Newman Family Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Jonathan S Newman (Director) and Naomi Newman (Director).
What does Newman Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, faith communities and international.