The Joseph Novakoff Charitable Foundation
Historical FunderWeston, Massachusetts · EIN 04-6768027 · Private foundation
Half of its grants to organizations were between $1,000 and $3,600.
How to apply
The foundation filed the following application information (Form 990-PF Part XV, tax year 2024):
| Contact | STEPHEN NOVAKOFF |
|---|---|
| Address | 8525 NORTH SENDERO TRES M, PARADISE VALLEY AZ 85253 |
| Phone | 6028859300 |
| Form and materials | NO SPECIFIC APPLICATION IS NECESSARY. COMPLETE INFORMATION ON THE CHARITABLE PURPOSE IS REQUIRED. |
| Deadlines | NONE |
| Restrictions | NO RESTRICTIONS, EXCEPT IT MUST BE A TAX-EXEMPT CHARITABLE ORGANIZATION. |
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
40% of grants went outside Massachusetts.
Grants paid in tax year 2024
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hebrew Senior Life | Roslindale, MA | Philanthropic | $10,250 |
| Temple Emanuel | Newton, MA | Philanthropic | $7,149 |
| Combined Jewish Philanthropies | Boston, MA | Philanthropic | $3,600 |
| Temple Chai | Scottsdale, AZ | Philanthropic | $2,525 |
| Wilshire Boulevard Temple | Los Angeles, CA | Philanthropic | $2,517 |
| Friends of the Children | Boston, MA | Charitable | $1,500 |
| Newton Wellesley Hospital Fund | Newton, MA | Philanthropic | $1,500 |
| Wildflower Inc | Lexington, MA | Philanthropic | $1,000 |
| Chabad Lubavich of Arizona | Phoenix, AZ | Charitable | $950 |
| Sinai Temple | Los Angeles, CA | Philanthropic | $336 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $31,327 | 10 |
| 2023 | $25,914 | 8 |
| 2022 | $19,948 | 5 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2024, filed Aug 6, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202642189349100409
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 04-6768027
- Profile updated Nov 6, 2026
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