Dirshu International Inc is a private foundation based in Lakewood, New Jersey, established in 2010. The organization operates as a 501(c)(3) tax-exempt entity focused on Jewish education and Torah study. Dirshu International organizes major events and programs that bring together students and participants engaged in intensive Talmudic study and Jewish law education across the United States.
Financial Overview
From 2025 IRS Form 990-PF · View filing
Total Assets
$14K
+898.8% YoY
Annual Giving
$612K
+48.6% YoY
Grant Count
41
+57.7% YoY
Avg Grant Size
$15K
-5.8% YoY
Mission & Focus Areas
Dirshu International's primary mission centers on promoting Torah and Talmudic study through organized programs and events. The organization's main focus areas include:
International Yom Limud and Tefilla Event - A major annual gathering that brings together large numbers of program participants who study Talmud and Jewish law throughout the year. The event provides inspiration for continued study and examination, facilitates networking among students, features lectures from prominent rabbinical speakers, and encourages new participants to join the programs. Participants receive monetary awards and incentives based on participation and examination scores, with approximately 650 individuals receiving awards annually.
Chaburah Study Groups - An expansion program that organizes study groups focused on specific areas of Talmudic study. These groups are provided with reference materials and participate in a system of tests on studied material.
Daily Lectures - The organization provides lectures primarily in Jewish law and code, delivered by prominent rabbis to groups of rabbinical students and laypeople throughout the United States.
Grantmaking
Dirshu International made 20 grants in its most recent reporting period. Grant awards typically range from $75 to $442,395. The organization distributes monetary incentives and awards to individuals based on participation and examination scores in its study programs.
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Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
Dirshu International's programs and activities are administered primarily across the tri-state area (New Jersey, New York, and Connecticut), with lectures and programs extending throughout the United States.
Grant Distribution by State
Cities
Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
Most Recent Year (2025):
- Total Assets: $13,704
- Total Revenues: $9,363,354
- Total Expenses: $9,344,502
- Total Giving: $612,270
2024:
- Revenue: $2.5 million
- Expenses: $2.51 million
- Total Assets: $1,370
The organization maintains minimal assets relative to its annual revenue and expenses, indicating a pass-through funding model where revenues are distributed to programs and grants rather than accumulated.
| Metric | 2025 | 2024 | 2023 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Assets | $13,704 | $1,372 | $639 |
| Revenue | $9,363,354 | $2,499,392 | $4,819,442 |
| Expenses | $9,344,502 | $2,507,391 | $5,205,049 |
| Qualifying Distributions | $9,344,502 | $2,507,388 | $5,205,049 |
| Net Investment Income | — | — | — |
| Distributable Amount | — | — | — |
Giving Over Time
Total grant dollars and number of grants per year
Grant Insights
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 10 recipients in 2025
Grant Size Distribution
138 grants across all recorded years
Giving History
Grant recipients and amounts by year
Among its reported 2025 grants, the largest include Chaburah Study Group ($442,395), Bais Leah ($27,205), Yeshivas Stolin Karlin ($25,000).
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Talmud Torah Bais Avrohom Lakewood, NJ | Religious Education | $9,500 |
| Bais Leah Lakewood, NJ | Religious Education | $27,205 |
| Shaarei Tefilah Lakewood, NJ | Religous Services | $180 |
| Yeshiva Keren Orah Lakewood, NJ | Religious Education | $10,000 |
| Yeshivas Stolin Karlin Lakewood, NJ | Religious Education | $25,000 |
| American Friends of Keren Toras Chessed Lakewood, NJ | Religious Services | $572 |
| Congregation Ginzei Yosef Brooklyn, NY | Religious Services | $6,100 |
| Keren Asher Lakewood, NJ | Religious Services | $895 |
| Bais Rochel Lakewood, NJ | Religious Education | $9,000 |
| Bais Elimelech Lakewood, NJ | Religious Services | $900 |
Leadership & Key People
Officers and directors from IRS filings
Compensation Overview
From 2025 IRS filing
From 2025 filing
| Name | Title | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Adam Enock | Trustee | — | — |
| Elimelech Brailofsky | Trustee | — | — |
| Avrohom Steinharter | Trustee | — | — |
| Isaac Spigelman | Officer | 18 | $40,000 |
Subject Areas
Focus areas based on grantmaking activity
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Dirshu International Inc fund?
Dirshu International's primary mission centers on promoting Torah and Talmudic study through organized programs and events. The organization's main focus areas include: **International Yom Limud and Tefilla Event** - A major annual gathering that brings together large numbers of program participants who study Talmud and Jewish law throughout the year. The event provides inspiration for continued study and examination, facilitates networking among students, features lectures from prominent rabbi…
How do I apply for a grant from Dirshu International Inc?
Dirshu International made 20 grants in its most recent reporting period. Grant awards typically range from $75 to $442,395. The organization distributes monetary incentives and awards to individuals based on participation and examination scores in its study programs.
Where does Dirshu International Inc make grants?
Dirshu International's programs and activities are administered primarily across the tri-state area (New Jersey, New York, and Connecticut), with lectures and programs extending throughout the United States.
What size grants does Dirshu International Inc award?
In 2025, Dirshu International Inc awarded 41 grants totaling $612K — an average of about $15K per grant, based on its IRS Form 990 filings.
What is Dirshu International Inc's EIN?
Dirshu International Inc's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 26-1870154. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2021–2025.
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Data last updated June 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990-PF filings. Research dossier generated April 2026.
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