Chaim J & Fay R Fortgang Family
Chaim J & Fay R Fortgang Family is a private foundation based in Brooklyn, New York. In filing year 2026, it gave $24,971 through 35 grants to charitable organizations.
Key facts about Chaim J & Fay R Fortgang Family
In short: Chaim J & Fay R Fortgang Family gave $25K across 35 grants in 2026 (avg $713.457), mostly in New York. Source: 2026 IRS Form 990-PF.
- EIN
- 13-3387892
- Latest 990 filing
- Form 990-PF, 2026
- Annual giving (2026)
- $24,971
- Grants made (2026)
- 35
- Average grant
- $713
- Median grant
- $500
- Total assets
- $448,917
- Primary geography
- New York (85% of itemized 2026 grant dollars)
- Accepts unsolicited proposals
- No
- How to apply
- The foundation states that it makes contributions only to preselected charitable organizations and does not accept unsolicited requests for funds. Full details ↓
Data from IRS Form 990-PF, 2026; updated October 2026. Application details from Grantable's research on the foundation's public materials; confirm on its website before applying.
Financial Overview
From 2026 IRS Form 990-PF · View filing
Total Assets
$449K
-1.2% YoY
Annual Giving
$25K
+22.3% YoY
Grant Count
35
+52.2% YoY
Avg Grant Size
$713.457
-19.7% YoY
Under IRS private-foundation payout rules, Chaim J & Fay R Fortgang Family reported a distributable amount of $26K for 2026 — the minimum it must pay out in qualifying distributions.
How Chaim J & Fay R Fortgang Family gives
- 23% of 2026 grantees were also funded in 2025. Method
- Giving fell 25% from 2023 to 2026. Method
- In 2026 it paid out 138% of its IRS minimum distribution (the 5% rule). Method
Estimate from itemized grant lists in IRS Form 990-PF filings (2026). Recipient names are matched across years, so a renamed or misspelled grantee can look new; grants to individuals are left out. Methodology.
Mission & Focus Areas
The available information does not state a mission for the foundation. Its 2026 grants show support for a range of organizations. For example, KOL HANEARIM INC says it provides care and support for orphans and children at risk. RENEWAL OF LIFE INC says it finds and matches kidney donors for people with kidney disease. MASBIA OF FLATBUSH says its soup kitchen network provides free meals and groceries to people in need.
Other 2026 recipients describe work supporting the health, well-being, and education of Israel’s protectors (FRIENDS OF THE ISRAEL DEFENSE FORCES); providing relief and supporting health, educational, and religious institutions in Israel (PEF ISRAEL ENDOWMENT FUNDS INC); furthering Jewish education through religious books (AMERICAN FRIENDS OF ZERA SHIMSHON); and supporting youth in need in Israel (AMERICAN FRIENDS OF MAAGALIM INC).
Grantmaking
In filing year 2026, the foundation made 35 grants totaling $24,971. Grant amounts ranged from $18 to $5,000, with a median of $500.
The largest listed grant was $5,000 to CONGREGATION BETH JOSEPH in Far Rockway, New York, for general operations. Other notable grants included $2,069 to CONGREGATION TORAH OHR INC in Boca Raton, Florida; $1,800 to HEBREW ACADEMY OF LONG BEACH in Cedarhurst, New York; and $1,500 to KOL HANEARIM INC in Great Neck, New York. Each was designated for general operations.
How to Apply
The foundation states that it makes contributions only to preselected charitable organizations and does not accept unsolicited requests for funds.
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Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
In 2026, 85% of grant dollars went to recipients in New York, 8% to Florida, and 7% to New Jersey. The filing reports 0% for Ohio.
Grant Distribution by State
Share of 2026 grant dollars across all 35 itemized grants.
Cities
Giving Over Time
Total grant dollars and number of grants per year
From 2021 to 2026, annual grant giving ranged from $10K (2021) to $33K (2023). In 2026 it made 35 grants totaling $25K.
Grant Insights
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 10 recipients in 2026
The largest 2026 recipient was Congregation Beth Joseph ($5K). Together the top 10 received $17K.
Grant Size Distribution
114 grants across all recorded years
The most common grant size was under $50K: 114 grants of 114 (100%).
Giving History
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Congregation Beth Joseph Far Rockway, NY | General Operations | $5,000 |
| Congregation Torah Ohr Inc Boca Raton, FL | General Operations | $2,069 |
| Hebrew Academy of Long Beach Cedarhurst, NY | General Operations | $1,800 |
| Kol Hanearim Inc Great Neck, NY | General Operations | $1,500 |
| Kolel Chafetz Hashem Brooklyn, NY | General Operations | $1,400 |
| Womens International Zionist Organization New York, NY | General Operations | $1,200 |
| Chabad Lubavitch on Campus - Princeton Princeton, NJ | General Operations | $1,000 |
| Friends of the Israel Defense Forces New York, NY | General Operations | $1,000 |
| Kollel Chabad Brooklyn, NY | General Operations | $1,000 |
| PEF Israel Endowment Funds Inc New York, NY | General Operations | $1,000 |
Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
| Filing year | Assets | Revenue | Expenses | Grants | Grant count |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | $448,917 | $31,257 | $36,629 | $24,971 | 35 |
| 2025 | $454,289 | $26,782 | $31,194 | $20,425 | 23 |
| 2024 | $458,701 | -$27,761 | $46,521 | $20,835 | 28 |
| Metric | 2026 | 2025 | 2024 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Assets | $448,917 | $454,289 | $458,701 |
| Revenue | $31,257 | $26,782 | $-27,761 |
| Expenses | $36,629 | $31,194 | $46,521 |
| Qualifying Distributions | $35,336 | $30,750 | $44,975 |
| Net Investment Income | $31,177 | $42,572 | $26,215 |
| Distributable Amount | $25,558 | $23,418 | $22,942 |
Data update history
When this profile's IRS filing data changed on Grantable
- Updated Form 990-PF for fiscal year 2021 (received by the IRS April 27, 2023)
- Added Form 990-PF for fiscal year 2026 (received by the IRS June 1, 2026)
- IRS filings on file for fiscal years 2021–2025
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
The 2026 filing lists FAY R FORTGANG, LEYLA FORTGANG, and GITTY FORTGANG as directors, and SETH FORTGANG as treasurer.
Chaim J & Fay R Fortgang Family's 2026 filing lists 4 officers; 1 of 4 officers listed in 2026 is compensated.
Officers on the 2026 filing
Fay R. Fortgang
Director
On filings since 2021
0.5 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Gitty Fortgang
Director
On filings since 2022
0.3 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Leyla Fortgang
Director
On filings since 2022
0.3 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Seth Fortgang
Treasurer
On filings since 2023
0.5 hrs/week
$5K (2024) → $5K (2026)
Former officers (1)
- Former: Chaim J. Fortgang (2021–2022) — Director · Filing note: Deceased 101121
Data from IRS Form 990 filings, 2021–2026. "On filings since" is the earliest filing we hold that lists the person; hours are average hours per week as reported.
Compensation Overview
From 2026 IRS filing
The highest reported compensation on the 2026 filing was $5K, to Seth Fortgang (Treasurer).
Contact
Mailing address: 1 W 60Th St 18E, Brooklyn, NY 11210
Phone: (718) 338-8160
Frequently asked questions about Chaim J & Fay R Fortgang Family
How much does Chaim J & Fay R Fortgang Family give each year?
Chaim J & Fay R Fortgang Family gave $25K across 35 grants in 2026, according to its 2026 IRS Form 990-PF. In 2025 it gave $20K across 23 grants.
What is Chaim J & Fay R Fortgang Family's typical grant size?
Chaim J & Fay R Fortgang Family's median grant in 2026 was $500, and its average grant was $713, across 35 grants on its 2026 IRS Form 990-PF.
Where does Chaim J & Fay R Fortgang Family give grants?
Chaim J & Fay R Fortgang Family gives mostly in New York: 85% of the grant dollars itemized on its 2026 IRS Form 990-PF went to recipients there. The next largest states were Florida (8%) and New Jersey (7%). The most frequent recipient cities were New York, NY (12 grants) and Brooklyn, NY (11 grants).
Does Chaim J & Fay R Fortgang Family give general operating support?
Yes: 100% of Chaim J & Fay R Fortgang Family's 2026 grants with a stated purpose (35 of 35) were for general or operating support, per its 2026 IRS Form 990-PF.
Who are Chaim J & Fay R Fortgang Family's largest grantees?
Chaim J & Fay R Fortgang Family's largest 2026 grantees include Congregation Beth Joseph ($5,000), Congregation Torah Ohr Inc ($2,069) and Hebrew Academy of Long Beach ($1,800), according to its 2026 IRS Form 990-PF. Together they received 36% of its itemized 2026 grant dollars.
How large is Chaim J & Fay R Fortgang Family?
Chaim J & Fay R Fortgang Family reported $449K in total assets on its 2026 IRS Form 990-PF. It paid out $35K in qualifying distributions that year, against a required minimum of $26K (roughly 5% of its investment assets).
What does Chaim J & Fay R Fortgang Family fund?
The available information does not state a mission for the foundation. Its 2026 grants show support for a range of organizations. For example, KOL HANEARIM INC says it provides care and support for orphans and children at risk. See mission & focus areas ↑
How do I apply for a grant from Chaim J & Fay R Fortgang Family?
The foundation states 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 Chaim J & Fay R Fortgang Family's EIN?
Chaim J & Fay R Fortgang Family's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 13-3387892. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2021–2026.
Does Chaim J & Fay R Fortgang Family 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 September 2026.
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