Joan and Joseph Birman Foundation
The Joan and Joseph Birman Foundation is a private foundation based in New York, NY. Its 2020 filing reports grants to the American Mathematical Society, an organization whose stated mission includes furthering mathematical research, scholarship, and education.
Joan and Joseph Birman Foundation at a glance
- Total assets
- $953
- -105.5% vs 2020
- Revenue (2021)
- $18,338
- +43.1% vs 2020
- Net investment income (2021)
- $14,513
- +83.1% vs 2020
- Expenses (2021)
- $129
- -100.0% vs 2020
- Latest 990 filing
- Form 990 filing, 2021 View filing
Data from IRS Form 990 filing, 2021; updated October 2026.
How to apply to Joan and Joseph Birman Foundation
- How to Apply
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The foundation stated in its 2020 filing that it does not restrict giving to preselected organizations. The filing information provided does not describe an application process or required materials.
- Contact
Mailing address: 11 Riverside Drive Apt 3Bw, New York, NY 10023
Phone: (914) 285-8112
Application details from Grantable's research on the foundation's public materials; confirm on its website before applying.
Who Joan and Joseph Birman Foundation funds
How this funder distributes its grants
Grant Size Distribution
16 grants across all recorded years
The most common grant size was under $50K: 13 grants of 16 (81%).
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
The foundation is based in New York, NY. The listed 2020 grantee, the American Mathematical Society, is identified as being in Providence, Rhode Island. No geographic funding restrictions are stated.
Grant Distribution by State
States
Cities
Giving History
Giving Over Time
Total grant dollars and number of grants per year
In 2020 it made 16 grants totaling $330K.
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| American Mathematical Society Providence, RI | Creation of a fellowship for women mathematicians | $125,000 |
| American Mathematical Society Providence, RI | Creation of a fellowship for women mathematicians | $59,000 |
| American Mathematical Society Providence, RI | Creation of a fellowship for women mathematicians | $56,568 |
| American Mathematical Society Providence, RI | Creation of a fellowship for women mathematicians | $22,671 |
| American Mathematical Society Providence, RI | Creation of a fellowship for women mathematicians | $17,395 |
| American Mathematical Society Providence, RI | Creation of a fellowship for women mathematicians | $12,518 |
| American Mathematical Society Providence, RI | Creation of a fellowship for women mathematicians | $11,895 |
| American Mathematical Society Providence, RI | Creation of a fellowship for women mathematicians | $7,319 |
| American Mathematical Society Providence, RI | Creation of a fellowship for women mathematicians | $5,300 |
| American Mathematical Society Providence, RI | Creation of a fellowship for women mathematicians | $3,009 |
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Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
| Filing year | Total Assets | Revenue | Expenses | Grants paid | Grants | Net Investment Income | Distributable Amount |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 | $953 | $18,338 | $129 | — | — | $14,513 | — |
| 2020 | $-17,256 | $12,813 | $335,929 | $330,045 | 16 | $7,927 | $12,503 |
Research compiled by Grantable AI from public sources. Last updated September 2026.
Mission & Focus Areas
No mission statement for the foundation is provided. Its 2020 grants included support for the American Mathematical Society. The Society describes its own mission as serving the mathematical community through publications, meetings, advocacy, and other programs, including promoting mathematical research and its uses and encouraging the transmission of mathematics.
Grantmaking
In 2020, the foundation reported 16 grants totaling $330,045. The listed grants to the American Mathematical Society were $125,000, $59,000, $56,568, $22,671, $17,395, $12,518, $11,895, and $7,319. In 2021, it reported zero grants.
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
The 2021 filing lists Joan S Birman and Kenneth P Birman as trustees.
Joan and Joseph Birman Foundation's 2021 filing lists 2 officers; none of the 2 officers listed in 2021 report compensation.
Officers on the 2021 filing
Joan S Birman
Trustee
On filings since 2020
5 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Kenneth P Birman
Trustee
On filings since 2020
5 hrs/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 Joan and Joseph Birman Foundation
How large is Joan and Joseph Birman Foundation?
Joan and Joseph Birman Foundation reported $953 in total assets on its 2021 IRS Form 990 filing. Its revenue that year was $18K.
What does Joan and Joseph Birman Foundation fund?
No mission statement for the foundation is provided. Its 2020 grants included support for the American Mathematical Society. See mission & focus areas ↑
How do I apply for a grant from Joan and Joseph Birman Foundation?
The foundation stated in its 2020 filing that it 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 Joan and Joseph Birman Foundation make grants?
The foundation is based in New York, NY. The listed 2020 grantee, the American Mathematical Society, is identified as being in Providence, Rhode Island. No geographic funding restrictions are stated.
What is Joan and Joseph Birman Foundation's EIN?
Joan and Joseph Birman Foundation's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 13-7102282. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2020–2021.
Data last updated October 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990-PF filings. Research dossier generated September 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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