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Epstein Philanthropies is a private corporation based in NEW YORK, NY. The foundation received its IRS ruling in 1977. The principal officer is A Seth Teicher. It holds total assets of $18.9M. Annual income is reported at $7.7M. The foundation is governed by 3 officers and trustees. According to its most recent filing, the foundation only makes contributions to preselected charitable organizations. Tax records are available from 2020 to 2023. Grantmaking is concentrated in New York. According to available records, Epstein Philanthropies has made 214 grants totaling $8.9M, with a median grant of $35K. Annual giving has decreased from $2.7M in 2021 to $1.8M in 2023. Grantmaking activity was highest in 2022 with $4.4M distributed across 108 grants. Individual grants have ranged from $5K to $100K, with an average award of $41K. The foundation has supported 69 unique organizations. The foundation primarily supports organizations in New York, Ohio, District of Columbia, which account for 99% of all grants. Grantmaking reaches organizations across 4 states. Contributions to this foundation are tax-deductible.
Smallest Grant
$5K
Median Grant
$35K
Average Grant
$40K
Largest Grant
$100K
Based on 54 grants from the most recent 990-PF filing.
No program descriptions are available for this foundation. Many private foundations report program activities in their annual 990-PF filings — check the Tax Filings section below for the most recent filing.
Epstein Philanthropies is a private foundation that provides grants to eligible organizations. Based on available records, the foundation has funded 214 grants. Its grantmaking reaches organizations primarily in NY, OH, DC.
Epstein Philanthropies has distributed a total of $8.9M across 214 grants. The median grant size is $35K, with an average of $41K. Individual grants have ranged from $5K to $100K.
Epstein Philanthropies typically selects its grantees rather than accepting unsolicited proposals.
Epstein Philanthropies is headquartered in NEW YORK, NY. While based in NY, the foundation distributes grants to organizations across 4 states.
| Name | Title | Compensation | Benefits | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jack Stern | TREASURER | $0 | $0 | N/A |
| Jane E Heffner | PRESIDENT | $0 | $0 | N/A |
| Adrienne Simpson | VICE PRESIDENT | $0 | $0 | N/A |
Total Giving
$3.4M
Total Assets
$19.4M
Fair Market Value
$25.6M
Net Worth
$19.4M
Grants Paid
$1.8M
Contributions
N/A
Net Investment Income
$1.8M
Distribution Amount
$1.2M
Total Grants
214
Total Giving
$8.9M
Average Grant
$41K
Median Grant
$35K
Unique Recipients
69
Most Common Grant
$20K
of 2023 grantees were first-time recipients
| Recipient | Location | Amount | Year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Anti Defamation LeagueGENERAL PURPOSES | New York, NY | $95K | 2023 |
| Uja Federation Of New YorkGENERAL PURPOSES | New York, NY | $100K | 2023 |
| American Jewish World ServiceGENERAL PURPOSES | New York, NY | $90K | 2023 |
| American Museum Of Natural History5GENERAL PURPOSES | New York, NY | $85K | 2023 |
| American Civil Liberties UnionGENERAL PURPOSES | New York, NY | $75K | 2023 |
| Visiting Nurse Services Of New YorkGENERAL PURPOSES | New York, NY | $75K | 2023 |
| Women In NeedGENERAL PURPOSES | New York, NY | $65K | 2023 |
| Food Bank For New York CityGENERAL PURPOSES | New York, NY | $60K | 2023 |
| The New York Public LibraryGENERAL PURPOSES | New York, NY | $60K | 2023 |
| Metropolitan OperaGENERAL PURPOSES | New York, NY | $60K | 2023 |
| City HarvestGENERAL PURPOSES | Brooklyn, NY | $60K | 2023 |
| City Meals On WheelsGENERAL PURPOSES | New York, NY | $60K | 2023 |
| Tisch Ms Research Center Of New YorkGENERAL PURPOSES | New York, NY | $55K | 2023 |
| Columbia University Medical CenterGENERAL PURPOSES | New York, NY | $50K | 2023 |
| Wnet New York Public MediaGENERAL PURPOSES | New York, NY | $50K | 2023 |
| Metropolitan Museum Of ArtGENERAL PURPOSES | New York, NY | $50K | 2023 |
| Brooklyn Academy Of MusicGENERAL PURPOSES | Brooklyn, NY | $50K | 2023 |
| Safe HorizonGENERAL PURPOSES | New York, NY | $45K | 2023 |
| Wnyc New York Public RadioGENERAL PURPOSES | New York, NY | $45K | 2023 |
| Museum Of Modern ArtGENERAL PURPOSES | New York, NY | $40K | 2023 |
| BronxworksGENERAL PURPOSES | Bronx, NY | $35K | 2023 |
| University SettlementGENERAL PURPOSES | New York, NY | $35K | 2023 |
| The Jewish MuseumGENERAL PURPOSES | New York, NY | $35K | 2023 |
| Stanley M Isaacs Neighborhood CenterGENERAL PURPOSES | New York, NY | $35K | 2023 |
| Alliance For JusticeGENERAL PURPOSES | Washington, DC | $30K | 2023 |
| Central Park ConservancyGENERAL PURPOSES | New York, NY | $30K | 2023 |
| Studio In The SchoolGENERAL PURPOSES | New York, NY | $30K | 2023 |
| Brooklyn MuseumGENERAL PURPOSES | Brooklyn, NY | $25K | 2023 |
| 92nyGENERAL PURPOSES | New York, NY | $25K | 2023 |
| Brooklyn Public LibraryGENERAL PURPOSES | Brooklyn, NY | $25K | 2023 |
| Harlem Educational Activities FundGENERAL PURPOSES | New York, NY | $20K | 2023 |
| Congregation Emanu-ElGENERAL PURPOSES | New York, NY | $20K | 2023 |
| Westchester Jewish Community ServicesGENERAL PURPOSES | White Plains, NY | $20K | 2023 |
| Housing WorksGENERAL PURPOSES | Brooklyn, NY | $20K | 2023 |
| Museum Of Eldridge StreetGENERAL PURPOSES | New York, NY | $20K | 2023 |
| Neighborhood Coalition For ShelterGENERAL PURPOSES | New York, NY | $20K | 2023 |
| Graham WindhamGENERAL PURPOSES | Brooklyn, NY | $15K | 2023 |
| Brooklyn Botanical GardenGENERAL PURPOSES | Brooklyn, NY | $15K | 2023 |
| Chess In The SchoolsGENERAL PURPOSES | New York, NY | $15K | 2023 |
| East Side House SettlementGENERAL PURPOSES | Bronx, NY | $15K | 2023 |
| The Lighthouse GuildGENERAL PURPOSES | New York, NY | $10K | 2023 |
| The Julliard SchoolGENERAL PURPOSES | New York, NY | $10K | 2023 |
| Carnegie HallGENERAL PURPOSES | New York, NY | $10K | 2023 |
| The Frick CollectionGENERAL PURPOSES | New York, NY | $5K | 2023 |
| Columbia University Department Of OphthalmologyGENERAL PURPOSES | New York, NY | $100K | 2022 |