American Chai Trust
Historical FunderNew York, New York · EIN 13-6130992 · Private foundation
Half of its grants to organizations were between $3,000 and $12,500.
How to apply
The foundation filed the following application information (Form 990-PF Part XV, tax year 2024):
| Contact | CLIFFORD PERLMAN |
|---|---|
| Address | 41 MADISON AVE, NEW YORK NY 10010 |
| Phone | 2128890575 |
| Form and materials | 1. A DESCRIPTION OF THE PROPOSED PROJECT INCLUDING A BUDGET, PROOF CONCERNING THE NEED FOR THE PROJECT AND THE PROJECT TIME THAT IT WILL REQUIRE TO COMPLETE SAID PROJECT. 2. A COPY OF THE IRS RULING THAT THE ORGANIZATION IS TAX EXEMPT AND IS NOT A PRIVATE FOUNDATION. 3. A COPY OF THE ORGANIZATION'S MOST RECENT FINANCIAL STATEMENT. |
| Deadlines | OPEN FOR SUBMISSION ALL YEAR |
| Restrictions | THE MINIMUM AWARD IS $500 TO A MAXIMUM OF $12,000. |
Copied as filed. Deadlines on a tax return describe the foundation's usual process; they are not confirmation of a current open cycle.
What it funds
Share of grant lines on the latest return, classified from the purpose each grant states.
Where it gives
9% of grants went outside New York.
Grants paid in tax year 2024
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Multiple Grantees | New York, NY | General support | $21,000 |
| American Federation of Arts | New York, NY | General support | $15,000 |
| Hunter College | New York, NY | General support | $12,500 |
| New Museum | New York, NY | General support | $10,000 |
| Say - Stuttering Association for the Young | Irvington, NY | General support | $10,000 |
| Heritage Management | Chicago, IL | General support | $5,000 |
| International Peace Institute | New York, NY | General support | $5,000 |
| New School (Vera List Center) | New York, NY | General support | $5,000 |
| Brooklyn Acacemy of Music | Brooklyn, NY | General support | $3,000 |
| Chamber Music Society | New York, NY | General support | $3,000 |
| East Side House Settlement | Bronx, NY | General support | $1,500 |
Grants approved for future payment
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Multiple Grantees | New York, NY | General support | $17,500 |
| Kristi House | Miami, FL | General support | $3,000 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $91,000 | 13 |
| 2023 | $120,500 | 23 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2024, filed Jan 16, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202600159349100510
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 13-6130992
- Profile updated Nov 8, 2026
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