Achva Foundation
Achva Foundation is a private foundation based in Brooklyn, New York (EIN 45-3868169). Its 2020 filing lists grants to charitable organizations, including congregations and other Brooklyn-based organizations. The most recent filing on record is for 2020, with nothing filed since; the foundation appears to have wound down or stopped grantmaking.
Achva Foundation at a glance
In short: Achva Foundation gave $38K across 68 grants in 2020 (avg $556.397), mostly in New York. Source: 2020 IRS Form 990-PF.
- Annual giving (2020)
- $37,835
- Grants made (2020)
- 68
- Average grant
- $556
- Median grant
- $100
- Total assets
- $616,253
- Primary geography
- New York (100% of itemized 2020 grant dollars)
- Latest 990 filing
- Form 990-PF, 2020 View filing
Data from IRS Form 990-PF, 2020; updated October 2026.
How to apply to Achva Foundation
- Accepts unsolicited proposals
- No
- How to Apply
-
The foundation states on its 2020 filing that it makes contributions only to preselected charitable organizations and does not accept unsolicited requests for funds.
- Contact
Mailing address: PO Box 110304, Brooklyn, NY 11211
Phone: (917) 273-5102
Application details from Grantable's research on the foundation's public materials; confirm on its website before applying.
Who Achva Foundation funds
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 10 recipients in 2020
The largest 2020 recipient was Cong Yetev Lev ($17K across 6 grants). Together the top 10 received $33K.
Grant Size Distribution
68 grants across all recorded years
The most common grant size was under $50K: 68 grants of 68 (100%).
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
All grant dollars reported for 2020 went to recipients in New York.
Grant Distribution by State
Share of 2020 grant dollars across all 68 itemized grants.
States
Cities
Giving History
Giving Over Time
Total grant dollars and number of grants per year
In 2020 it made 68 grants totaling $38K.
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Cong Yetev Lev Brooklyn, NY | General Support | $6,100 |
| Cong Yetev Lev Brooklyn, NY | General Support | $4,600 |
| United Talmudical Brooklyn, NY | General Support | $4,000 |
| United Talmudical Brooklyn, NY | General Support | $3,600 |
| Cong Yetev Lev Brooklyn, NY | General Support | $3,600 |
| Mesivta Shvil Hatorah Brooklyn, NY | General Support | $2,000 |
| Cong Yetev Lev Brooklyn, NY | General Support | $1,300 |
| Talmud Torah Dnitra Brooklyn, NY | General Support | $1,200 |
| Uta Brooklyn, NY | General Support | $1,200 |
| Congregation Ohel Torah Brooklyn, NY | General Support | $1,000 |
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Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
| Filing year | Total Assets | Revenue | Expenses | Grants paid | Grants |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 | $616,253 | $16,100 | $38,180 | $37,835 | 68 |
Research compiled by Grantable AI from public sources. Last updated October 2026.
Mission & Focus Areas
No mission statement for the foundation is available. Its 2020 grants included general support for congregations and grants to organizations whose stated work includes emergency response and health-related assistance. Bikur Cholim Inc. describes its work as providing social, medical, and support services, including transportation to medical facilities, medical supply loans, and patient and family support. Hatzolah of Williamsburg Inc. describes its work as aiding and assisting as first responders in pre-hospital emergencies.
Grantmaking
In 2020, the foundation gave 68 grants totaling $37,835. Grant amounts ranged from $26 to $6,100, with a median of $100. Larger grants included $6,100, $4,600, and $3,600 to Cong Yetev Lev; $4,000 and $3,600 to United Talmudical; and $2,000 to Mesivta Shvil Hatorah. Bikur Cholim Inc. received $200, and Hatzolah of Williamsburg Inc. received $100.
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
Usher Katz is listed as a trustee on the 2020 filing.
Achva Foundation is led by Usher Katz, Trustee on the 2020 filing — the only officer listed, and uncompensated.
Officers on the 2020 filing
Usher Katz
Trustee
New on the 2020 filing
No compensation reported
Data from IRS Form 990 filings, 2020. "On filings since" is the earliest filing we hold that lists the person; hours are average hours per week as reported.
Frequently asked questions about Achva Foundation
How much does Achva Foundation give each year?
Achva Foundation gave $38K across 68 grants in 2020, according to its 2020 IRS Form 990-PF.
What is Achva Foundation's typical grant size?
Achva Foundation's median grant in 2020 was $100, and its average grant was $556, across 68 grants on its 2020 IRS Form 990-PF.
Where does Achva Foundation give grants?
Achva Foundation gives mostly in New York: 100% of the grant dollars itemized on its 2020 IRS Form 990-PF went to recipients there. The most frequent recipient cities were Brooklyn, NY (53 grants) and Monroe, NY (12 grants).
Does Achva Foundation give general operating support?
Yes: 100% of Achva Foundation's 2020 grants with a stated purpose (68 of 68) were for general or operating support, per its 2020 IRS Form 990-PF.
Who are Achva Foundation's largest grantees?
Achva Foundation's largest 2020 grantees include Cong Yetev Lev ($16,975 across 6 grants), United Talmudical ($7,600 across 2 grants) and Mesivta Shvil Hatorah ($2,000), according to its 2020 IRS Form 990-PF. Together they received 70% of its itemized 2020 grant dollars.
How large is Achva Foundation?
Achva Foundation reported $616K in total assets on its 2020 IRS Form 990-PF. Its revenue that year was $16K.
What does Achva Foundation fund?
No mission statement for the foundation is available. Its 2020 grants included general support for congregations and grants to organizations whose stated work includes emergency response and health-related assistance. See mission & focus areas ↑
How do I apply for a grant from Achva Foundation?
The foundation states on its 2020 filing that it makes contributions only to preselected charitable organizations and does not accept unsolicited requests for funds. Eligibility and process details are in the grantmaking section of this profile. See how to apply ↑
What is Achva Foundation's EIN?
Achva Foundation's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 45-3868169. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2020.
Does Achva Foundation accept unsolicited proposals?
No, according to Grantable's research on the foundation's published guidelines. See how to apply ↑
Data last updated October 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990-PF filings. Research dossier generated October 2026.
Data update history
(2)
When this profile's IRS filing data changed on Grantable
- Updated Form 990-PF for fiscal year 2020 (received by the IRS December 17, 2021)
- IRS filings on file for fiscal year 2020
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