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Also known as: C/O DEBRA JOESTER
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Shemesh Joester Foundation is a private corporation based in NEW YORK, NY. The foundation received its IRS ruling in 2007. The principal officer is Debra Joester. It holds total assets of $667K. Annual income is reported at $341K. Total assets have grown from $240K in 2011 to $417K in 2023. The foundation is governed by 3 officers and trustees. The foundation operates in the area of philanthropy & grantmaking. According to its most recent filing, the foundation only makes contributions to preselected charitable organizations. Tax records are available from 2016 to 2023. The foundation primarily funds organizations in New York and California. According to available records, Shemesh Joester Foundation has made 97 grants totaling $231K, with a median grant of $205. The foundation has distributed between $39K and $148K annually from 2021 to 2023. Grantmaking activity was highest in 2022 with $148K distributed across 54 grants. Individual grants have ranged from N/A to $28K, with an average award of $2K. The foundation has supported 47 unique organizations. The foundation primarily supports organizations in New York, District of Columbia, California, which account for 74% of all grants. Grantmaking reaches organizations across 12 states. Contributions to this foundation are tax-deductible.
Smallest Grant
N/A
Median Grant
$196
Average Grant
$2K
Largest Grant
$20K
Based on 28 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.
Shemesh Joester Foundation primarily funds organizations in the area of philanthropy & grantmaking. Based on available records, the foundation has funded 97 grants. Its grantmaking reaches organizations primarily in NY, DC, CA.
Shemesh Joester Foundation has distributed a total of $231K across 97 grants. The median grant size is $205, with an average of $2K. Individual grants have ranged from N/A to $28K.
Shemesh Joester Foundation typically selects its grantees rather than accepting unsolicited proposals.
Shemesh Joester Foundation is headquartered in NEW YORK, NY. While based in NY, the foundation distributes grants to organizations across 12 states.
| Name | Title | Compensation | Benefits | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Debra Joester | president | $0 | $0 | N/A |
| Ely Shemesh | director | $0 | $0 | N/A |
| Stephen Joester | treasurer | $0 | $0 | N/A |
Total Giving
$40K
Total Assets
$417K
Fair Market Value
$827K
Net Worth
$415K
Grants Paid
$39K
Contributions
$248K
Net Investment Income
$729
Distribution Amount
$30K
Total Grants
97
Total Giving
$231K
Average Grant
$2K
Median Grant
$205
Unique Recipients
47
of 2023 grantees were first-time recipients
| Recipient | Location | Amount | Year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Covenant HouseCARRY OUT TAX EXEMPT PURPOSE | Washington, DC | $1K | 2023 |
| Artists FellowshipCARRY OUT TAX EXEMPT PURPOSE | New York, NY | $500 | 2022 |
| Delivering GoodCARRY OUT TAX EXEMPT PURPOSE | New York, NY | $18K | 2023 |
| Friends Without BordersCARRY OUT TAX EXEMPT PURPOSE | New York, NY | $15K | 2023 |
| AcluCARRY OUT TAX EXEMPT PURPOSE | New York, NY | $1K | 2023 |
| Charity WaterCARRY OUT TAX EXEMPT PURPOSE | New York, NY | $480 | 2023 |
| Sq FoundationCARRY OUT TAX EXEMPT PURPOSE | Burbank, CA | $400 | 2023 |
| Save The ChildrenCARRY OUT TAX EXEMPT PURPOSE | New York, NY | $300 | 2023 |
| Whitney MuseumCARRY OUT TAX EXEMPT PURPOSE | New York, NY | $275 | 2023 |
| Save Sag HarborCARRY OUT TAX EXEMPT PURPOSE | Sag Harbor, NY | $250 | 2023 |
| Southampton Arts CenterCARRY OUT TAX EXEMPT PURPOSE | Southampton, NY | $250 | 2023 |
| Doctors Without BordersCARRY OUT TAX EXEMPT PURPOSE | New York, NY | $250 | 2023 |
| International Rescue CommitteeCARRY OUT TAX EXEMPT PURPOSE | New York, NY | $250 | 2023 |
| Environmental Defense FundCARRY OUT TAX EXEMPT PURPOSE | Washington, DC | $208 | 2023 |
| RibaltaCARRY OUT TAX EXEMPT PURPOSE | New York, NY | $205 | 2023 |
| EarthjusticeCARRY OUT TAX EXEMPT PURPOSE | San Francisco, CA | $200 | 2023 |
| Feeding AmericaCARRY OUT TAX EXEMPT PURPOSE | Washington, DC | $200 | 2023 |
| St Jude Children'S Research HospitalCARRY OUT TAX EXEMPT PURPOSE | Memphis, TN | $200 | 2023 |
| WnycCARRY OUT TAX EXEMPT PURPOSE | New York, NY | $192 | 2023 |
| Foster Love - Together We RiseBREA | Brea, CA | $156 | 2023 |
| AmericaresCARRY OUT TAX EXEMPT PURPOSE | Stamford, CT | $150 | 2023 |
| Wildlife Conservation SocietyCARRY OUT TAX EXEMPT PURPOSE | Bronx, NY | $100 | 2023 |
| Unicef UsaCARRY OUT TAX EXEMPT PURPOSE | New York, NY | $100 | 2023 |
| Operation HomefrontCARRY OUT TAX EXEMPT PURPOSE | San Antonio, TX | $100 | 2023 |
| Veterinarians InternationalCARRY OUT TAX EXEMPT PURPOSE | New York, NY | $23K | 2022 |
| World Central KitchenCARRY OUT TAX EXEMPT PURPOSE | Washington, DC | $525 | 2022 |
| Give Lively FoundationCARRY OUT TAX EXEMPT PURPOSE | New York, NY | $512 | 2022 |
| Alzheimer AssociationCARRY OUT TAX EXEMPT PURPOSE | Chicago, IL | $500 | 2022 |
| Reverse RettCARRY OUT TAX EXEMPT PURPOSE | Old Trafford | $227 | 2022 |