Eshel Foundation
Eshel Foundation is a private foundation based in Brooklyn, New York. Its 2021 filing reports grants to charitable organizations, generally for general support. The most recent filing on record is for 2021, with nothing filed since; the foundation appears to have wound down or stopped grantmaking.
Eshel Foundation at a glance
In short: Eshel Foundation gave $21K across 24 grants in 2021 (avg $878.375), top state New York. Source: 2021 IRS Form 990-PF.
- Annual giving (2021)
- $21,081
- Grants made (2021)
- 24
- Average grant
- $878
- Median grant
- $520
- Total assets
- $235,619
- -8.2% vs 2020
- Primary geography
- New York (37% 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 Eshel Foundation
- Accepts unsolicited proposals
- No
- How to Apply
-
The foundation states on its 2021 filing that it makes contributions only to preselected charitable organizations and does not accept unsolicited requests for funds.
- Contact
Mailing address: 420 Troy Ave Apt 5A, Brooklyn, NY 11213
Phone: (347) 302-9061
Application details from Grantable's research on the foundation's public materials; confirm on its website before applying.
Who Eshel Foundation funds
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 10 recipients in 2021
The largest 2021 recipient was Horowitz Family Fund ($4K). Together the top 10 received $17K.
Grant Size Distribution
24 grants across all recorded years
The most common grant size was under $50K: 24 grants of 24 (100%).
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
The 2021 grant dollars were reported as 37% to recipients in New York, 23% in California, 21% in Florida, 4% in Connecticut, and 9% in an unspecified state category.
Grant Distribution by State
Share of 2021 grant dollars across all 24 itemized grants.
Cities
Giving History
Giving Over Time
Total grant dollars and number of grants per year
In 2021 it made 24 grants totaling $21K.
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Horowitz Family Fund Glendale, CA | general support | $4,370 |
| Shul of the Lakes Hollywood, FL | general support | $3,800 |
| Educational Institute Brooklyn, NY | general support | $1,800 |
| Chabad of Morocco | general support | $1,800 |
| Federation of Jewish Communities New York, NY | general support | $1,500 |
| Bonei Olam Brooklyn, NY | general support | $1,005 |
| Evergreen Shul New Haven, CT | general support | $810 |
| Chabad Bronxville Eastchester, NY | general support | $770 |
| Center of Jewish Life Arlington, MA | general support | $770 |
| Ten Yad Kallah Gemach Brooklyn, NY | general support | $540 |
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Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
| Filing year | Total Assets | Revenue | Expenses | Grants paid | Grants | Qualifying Distributions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 | $235,619 | — | $21,131 | $21,081 | 24 | $21,081 |
| 2020 | $256,750 | $258,000 | $1,250 | — | — | — |
Research compiled by Grantable AI from public sources. Last updated October 2026.
Mission & Focus Areas
No mission statement is provided. The 2021 grant record includes organizations whose work spans several areas. Bonei Olam says it provides financial assistance, guidance, and referrals related to assisted reproductive technology, pregnancy, adoption, and related services. Ten Yad Kallah Gemach says it provides financial assistance to needy brides for basic necessities to get married. These are the grantees’ descriptions of their own missions.
Grantmaking
In 2021, the foundation made 24 grants totaling $21,081. Grants ranged from $18 to $4,370, with a median of $520. The largest grants included $4,370 to Horowitz Family Fund for general support; $3,800 to Shul of the Lakes for general support; $1,800 each to Educational Institute and Chabad of Morocco for general support; and $1,500 to Federation of Jewish Communities for general support. Other listed recipients included Bonei Olam ($1,005) and Ten Yad Kallah Gemach ($540).
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
Elimelech Lasker was listed as a trustee on the 2021 filing.
Eshel Foundation is led by Elimelech Lasker, Trustee on every filing since 2020 — the only officer listed, and uncompensated.
Officers on the 2021 filing
Elimelech Lasker
Trustee
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
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 Eshel Foundation
How much does Eshel Foundation give each year?
Eshel Foundation gave $21K across 24 grants in 2021, according to its 2021 IRS Form 990-PF.
What is Eshel Foundation's typical grant size?
Eshel Foundation's median grant in 2021 was $520, and its average grant was $878, across 24 grants on its 2021 IRS Form 990-PF.
Where does Eshel Foundation give grants?
Eshel Foundation's top state is New York, with 37% of the grant dollars itemized on its 2021 IRS Form 990-PF. The next largest states were California (23%) and Florida (21%). The most frequent recipient cities were Brooklyn, NY (12 grants) and New York, NY (2 grants).
Does Eshel Foundation give general operating support?
Yes: 100% of Eshel Foundation's 2021 grants with a stated purpose (24 of 24) were for general or operating support, per its 2021 IRS Form 990-PF.
Who are Eshel Foundation's largest grantees?
Eshel Foundation's largest 2021 grantees include Horowitz Family Fund ($4,370), Shul of the Lakes ($3,800) and Educational Institute ($1,800), according to its 2021 IRS Form 990-PF. Together they received 47% of its itemized 2021 grant dollars.
How large is Eshel Foundation?
Eshel Foundation reported $236K in total assets on its 2021 IRS Form 990-PF.
What does Eshel Foundation fund?
No mission statement is provided. The 2021 grant record includes organizations whose work spans several areas. Bonei Olam says it provides financial assistance, guidance, and referrals related to assisted reproductive technology, pregnancy, adoption, and related services. See mission & focus areas ↑
How do I apply for a grant from Eshel Foundation?
The foundation states on its 2021 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 Eshel Foundation's EIN?
Eshel Foundation's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 85-3697706. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2020–2021.
Does Eshel 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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