The Shemesh Foundation
Invitation OnlyBrooklyn, New York · EIN 11-6624348 · Private foundation
Grants paid (2024)$346K
Organizations funded9
Typical grant$14,000
Total assets$2M
Half of its grants to organizations were between $5,000 and $30,000.
From the return
How to apply
On its return for tax year 2024 the foundation checked the box saying it only makes contributions to preselected charitable organizations and does not accept unsolicited requests for funds.
What it funds
Share of grant lines on the latest return, classified from the purpose each grant states.
Where it gives
11% of grants went outside New York.
Grants paid in tax year 2024
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Donors Fund | Lakewood, NJ | General | $215,000 |
| Congregation Atzei Chaim | Brooklyn, NY | General | $50,000 |
| Congregation Beth Medrash Chasidim | Brooklyn, NY | General | $30,000 |
| Gmach Lev Brucha | Brooklyn, NY | General | $15,000 |
| Khal Yirei Hashem | Brooklyn, NY | General | $14,000 |
| Congregation Keser Torah | Brooklyn, NY | General | $13,400 |
| Yeshiva of Kasho | Bedford Hills, NY | General | $5,000 |
| Keren Yagdil Torah | Brooklyn, NY | General | $2,750 |
| Yeshiva Torah Vaddath | Brooklyn, NY | General | $800 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $345,950 | 9 |
| 2023 | $245,736 | 11 |
| 2022 | $499,325 | 16 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2024, filed Feb 13, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202640439349100414
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 11-6624348
- Profile updated Nov 9, 2026
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