Charles I Rosen Family Foundation Inc
Charles I Rosen Family Foundation Inc is a private foundation based in Fort Lee, New Jersey. Its 2023 filing reports grants to organizations working in areas including food access, children’s programs, human rights, civil liberties, and support for women affected by conflict.
Charles I Rosen Family Foundation Inc at a glance
- Total assets
- $738
- +0.0% vs 2023
- Revenue (2024)
- $3,500
- -80.0% vs 2023
- Qualifying distributions (2024)
- $3,500
- -72.3% vs 2023
- Expenses (2024)
- $3,500
- -72.3% vs 2023
- Latest 990 filing
- Form 990-PF, 2024 View filing
Data from IRS Form 990-PF, 2024; updated September 2026. New grantees are estimated by matching recipient names across years (methodology).
How to apply to Charles I Rosen Family Foundation Inc
- Accepts unsolicited proposals
- Yes
- How to Apply
-
The foundation accepts unsolicited requests and does not restrict giving to preselected organizations. Its filing says there is no particular application form. A request should describe the organization’s charitable activity and the proposed use of the donation, and include proof of IRC 501(c)(3) qualification. The filing states there are no restrictions on awards.
- Review Cycle
- Requests are reviewed at any time, according to the 2024 filing.
- Deadline
- Requests are reviewed at any time, according to the 2024 filing.
- Contact
Application contact: Rita Merendino
Mailing address: 1512 Palisade Avenue, Fort Lee, NJ 07024
Phone: (201) 849-5001
Application details from Grantable's research on the foundation's public materials; confirm on its website before applying.
Who Charles I Rosen Family Foundation Inc funds
How this funder distributes its grants
Grant Size Distribution
236 grants across all recorded years
The most common grant size was under $50K: 236 grants of 236 (100%).
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
The foundation is based in Fort Lee, New Jersey. The listed 2023 grantees are located in several states; the filing does not specify a geographic funding focus.
Grant Distribution by State
States
Cities
Is Charles I Rosen Family Foundation Inc open to new grantees?
10%
first-time grantees, 2023
In 2023, 5 of 48 grantees (10%) were first-time recipients. First grants averaged $66; repeat grants $201. How we count
Medians: $54 first-time, $100 repeat.
Estimate from itemized grant lists in IRS Form 990-PF filings (2020–2023). Recipient names are matched across years, so a renamed or misspelled grantee can look new; grants to individuals are left out. Methodology.
Giving History
Giving Over Time
Total grant dollars and number of grants per year
From 2020 to 2023, annual grant giving ranged from $9K (2023) to $43K (2020). In 2023 it made 48 grants totaling $9K.
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Jewish Home Foundation Rockleigh, NJ | General Contribution to Serve the Organization's Needs | $2,075 |
| JHR Fort Lee, NJ | General Contribution to Serve the Organization's Needs | $900 |
| Jewish Federation of Northern NJ Paramus, NJ | General Contribution to Serve the Organization's Needs | $850 |
| Planned Parenthood New York, NY | General Contribution to Serve the Organization's Needs | $500 |
| Temple Emmanuel Closter, NJ | General Contribution to Serve the Organization's Needs | $500 |
| Mothers Against Drunk Driving Irving, TX | General Contribution to Serve the Organization's Needs | $250 |
| Thirteen New York, NY | General Contribution to Serve the Organization's Needs | $250 |
| Union of Concerned Scientists Cambridge, MA | General Contribution to Serve the Organization's Needs | $200 |
| Jewish Braille Institute New York, NY | General Contribution to Serve the Organization's Needs | $200 |
| Friends of 92 Street Y New York, NY | General Contribution to Serve the Organization's Needs | $150 |
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Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
| Filing year | Total Assets | Revenue | Expenses | Grants paid | Grants | Qualifying Distributions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $738 | $3,500 | $3,500 | — | — | $3,500 |
| 2023 | $738 | $17,482 | $12,628 | $8,954 | 48 | $12,628 |
| 2022 | — | $10,000 | $24,343 | $20,725 | 45 | $24,343 |
| 2021 | $10,227 | — | $32,437 | $32,406 | 65 | $32,437 |
| 2020 | $42,664 | — | $46,852 | $43,260 | 78 | — |
Research compiled by Grantable AI from public sources. Last updated September 2026.
Mission & Focus Areas
No mission statement for the foundation is provided. Its listed 2023 grantees illustrate a range of causes. Feeding America describes its mission as advancing change by ensuring equitable access to nutritious food. The Fresh Air Fund says it provides children from low-income New York City families with cultural, recreational, and educational experiences. Human Rights Watch describes its work as defending people’s rights worldwide through investigation, public exposure of abuses, and pressure on those with power.
Other 2023 grantees include Mothers Against Drunk Driving, which describes its mission as ending the dangers of drunk and drugged driving; the Simon Wiesenthal Center, which says it confronts antisemitism and hate and teaches the lessons of the Holocaust; and Women for Women International, which supports marginalized women in countries affected by conflict and war. The American Civil Liberties Union describes its mission as advancing civil liberties and legal rights, while the National Council of Jewish Women describes an integrated program of education, service, and social action to advance human welfare and democracy.
Grantmaking
In 2023, the foundation reported 48 grants totaling $8,954. Listed awards included $250 to Mothers Against Drunk Driving, $150 to Feeding America, and $100 each to the Fresh Air Fund, Simon Wiesenthal Center, Women for Women International, the American Civil Liberties Union, the National Council of Jewish Women, and Human Rights Watch. The 2022 filing reports 45 grants totaling $20,725. The 2024 filing reports no grants.
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
The 2024 filing lists Rita Merendino as President, Debra Rosen as Secretary, and David Frankel as Vice President.
Charles I Rosen Family Foundation Inc is led by Rita Merendino, President on every filing since 2020; none of the 3 officers listed in 2024 report compensation.
Officers on the 2024 filing
Rita Merendino
President
On filings since 2020
No compensation reported
David Frankel
Vice President
On filings since 2020
No compensation reported
Debra Rosen
Secretary
On filings since 2021
No compensation reported
Former officers (1)
- Former: Debra Rosen Solomon (2020) — Secretary
Data from IRS Form 990 filings, 2020–2024. "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 Charles I Rosen Family Foundation Inc
How large is Charles I Rosen Family Foundation Inc?
Charles I Rosen Family Foundation Inc reported $738 in total assets on its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. Its revenue that year was $4K.
What does Charles I Rosen Family Foundation Inc fund?
No mission statement for the foundation is provided. Its listed 2023 grantees illustrate a range of causes. Feeding America describes its mission as advancing change by ensuring equitable access to nutritious food. See mission & focus areas ↑
How do I apply for a grant from Charles I Rosen Family Foundation Inc?
The foundation accepts unsolicited requests and does not restrict giving to preselected organizations. Eligibility and process details are in the grantmaking section of this profile. See how to apply ↑
Where does Charles I Rosen Family Foundation Inc make grants?
The foundation is based in Fort Lee, New Jersey. The listed 2023 grantees are located in several states; the filing does not specify a geographic funding focus.
What is Charles I Rosen Family Foundation Inc's EIN?
Charles I Rosen Family Foundation Inc's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 22-3577010. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2020–2024.
Does Charles I Rosen Family Foundation Inc accept unsolicited proposals?
Yes, according to Grantable's research on the foundation's published guidelines. See how to apply ↑
Data last updated September 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990-PF filings. Research dossier generated September 2026.
Data update history
(2)
When this profile's IRS filing data changed on Grantable
- Updated Form 990-PF for fiscal year 2023 (received by the IRS November 15, 2024)
- IRS filings on file for fiscal years 2020–2024
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