Dombrov 18 Foundation
Dombrov 18 Foundation is a private foundation based in Brooklyn, New York. Its 2021 filing reports grants to charitable organizations in Brooklyn, and the foundation states that it makes contributions only to preselected charitable organizations. The most recent filing on record is for 2021, with no filings since; the foundation appears to have wound down or stopped grantmaking.
Dombrov 18 Foundation at a glance
In short: Dombrov 18 Foundation gave $19K across 12 grants in 2021 (avg $2K), mostly in New York. Source: 2021 IRS Form 990-PF.
- Annual giving (2021)
- $18,780
- Grants made (2021)
- 12
- Average grant
- $1,565
- Median grant
- $1,350
- Total assets
- $491,320
- +51.3% vs 2020
- Primary geography
- New York (100% of itemized 2021 grant dollars)
- Latest 990 filing
- Form 990-PF, 2021 View filing
Data from IRS Form 990-PF, 2021; updated October 2026.
How to apply to Dombrov 18 Foundation
- Accepts unsolicited proposals
- No
- How to Apply
-
The foundation does not accept unsolicited requests; it makes contributions only to preselected charitable organizations. This policy is stated in the 2021 filing and should not be treated as current application guidance given that no later filing is on record.
- Contact
Mailing address: 105 Sandford St Apt 101, Brooklyn, NY 11205
Phone: (718) 403-8383
Application details from Grantable's research on the foundation's public materials; confirm on its website before applying.
Who Dombrov 18 Foundation funds
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 10 recipients in 2021
The largest 2021 recipient was Tores Moshe Institute ($5K). Together the top 10 received $18K.
Grant Size Distribution
12 grants across all recorded years
The most common grant size was under $50K: 12 grants of 12 (100%).
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
All grant dollars reported for 2021 went to recipients in New York. The listed 2021 recipients were in Brooklyn.
Grant Distribution by State
Share of 2021 grant dollars across all 12 itemized grants.
States
Cities
Giving History
Giving Over Time
Total grant dollars and number of grants per year
In 2021 it made 12 grants totaling $19K.
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Tores Moshe Institute Brooklyn, NY | General Support | $4,640 |
| Uta Brooklyn, NY | General Support | $2,500 |
| Yeshiva Farm Settlement Brooklyn, NY | General Support | $2,350 |
| Cong Krula Brooklyn, NY | General Support | $2,310 |
| Yetev Lev Komomious Brooklyn, NY | General Support | $1,800 |
| Kollel Avreichim of UTA Brooklyn, NY | General Support | $1,500 |
| Cong Zichron Yehuda Arye Brooklyn, NY | General Support | $1,200 |
| Sharei Yeshivos Brooklyn, NY | General Support | $1,000 |
| Yeshiva Tifereth Eliezer Brooklyn, NY | General Support | $400 |
| Cong Yetev Lev Brooklyn, NY | General Support | $360 |
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Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
| Filing year | Total Assets | Revenue | Expenses | Grants paid | Grants | Qualifying Distributions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 | $491,320 | $185,500 | $18,830 | $18,780 | 12 | $18,780 |
| 2020 | $324,650 | $324,650 | — | — | — | — |
Research compiled by Grantable AI from public sources. Last updated October 2026.
Grantmaking
In 2021, the foundation gave 12 grants totaling $18,780. Grants ranged from $360 to $4,640, with a median grant of $1,350. The largest grants were $4,640 to Tores Moshe Institute, $2,500 to UTA, $2,350 to Yeshiva Farm Settlement, $2,310 to Cong Krula, and $1,800 to Yetev Lev Komomious. Each was listed for general support.
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
Mayer Perlmutter was listed as trustee on the 2021 filing.
Dombrov 18 Foundation is led by Mayer Perlmutter, Trustee on every filing since 2020 — the only officer listed, and uncompensated.
Officers on the 2021 filing
Mayer Perlmutter
Trustee
On filings since 2020
No compensation reported
Data from IRS Form 990 filings, 2020–2021. "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 Dombrov 18 Foundation
How much does Dombrov 18 Foundation give each year?
Dombrov 18 Foundation gave $19K across 12 grants in 2021, according to its 2021 IRS Form 990-PF.
What is Dombrov 18 Foundation's typical grant size?
Dombrov 18 Foundation's median grant in 2021 was $1,350, and its average grant was $1,565, across 12 grants on its 2021 IRS Form 990-PF.
Where does Dombrov 18 Foundation give grants?
Dombrov 18 Foundation gives mostly in New York: 100% of the grant dollars itemized on its 2021 IRS Form 990-PF went to recipients there. The most frequent recipient cities were Brooklyn, NY (12 grants).
Does Dombrov 18 Foundation give general operating support?
Yes: 100% of Dombrov 18 Foundation's 2021 grants with a stated purpose (12 of 12) were for general or operating support, per its 2021 IRS Form 990-PF.
Who are Dombrov 18 Foundation's largest grantees?
Dombrov 18 Foundation's largest 2021 grantees include Tores Moshe Institute ($4,640), Uta ($2,500) and Yeshiva Farm Settlement ($2,350), according to its 2021 IRS Form 990-PF. Together they received 51% of its itemized 2021 grant dollars.
How large is Dombrov 18 Foundation?
Dombrov 18 Foundation reported $491K in total assets on its 2021 IRS Form 990-PF. Its revenue that year was $186K.
How do I apply for a grant from Dombrov 18 Foundation?
The foundation does not accept unsolicited requests; it makes contributions only to preselected charitable organizations. Eligibility and process details are in the grantmaking section of this profile. See how to apply ↑
What is Dombrov 18 Foundation's EIN?
Dombrov 18 Foundation's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 85-3030428. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2020–2021.
Does Dombrov 18 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
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When this profile's IRS filing data changed on Grantable
- IRS filings on file for fiscal years 2020–2021
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