Naon Inc
Naon Inc is a private foundation based in New York, NY. Its website describes the NAON Foundation’s mission as advancing orthopaedic nursing through grants and scholarships supporting practice, research, and leadership.
Naon Inc at a glance
In short: Naon Inc gave $1.4M across 5 grants in 2024 (avg $278K), mostly in New York. Source: 2024 IRS Form 990-PF.
- Annual giving (2024)
- $1,390,327
- -12.5% vs 2023
- Grants made (2024)
- 5
- -66.7% vs 2023
- Average grant
- $278,065
- +162.5% vs 2023
- Median grant
- $242,600
- Total assets
- $28,224,240
- +4.1% vs 2023
- Primary geography
- New York (89% of itemized 2024 grant dollars)
- Latest 990 filing
- Form 990-PF, 2024 View filing
Data from IRS Form 990-PF, 2024; updated October 2026.
How to apply to Naon Inc
- Accepts unsolicited proposals
- No
- How to Apply
-
The foundation states that it makes contributions only to preselected charitable organizations and does not accept unsolicited requests.
- Review Cycle
- The 2027 Congress scholarship application materials are due by December 31, 2026.
- Deadline
- The 2027 Congress scholarship application materials are due by December 31, 2026.
- Contact
Mailing address: 575 Lexington Avenue 34Th Fl, New York, NY 10022
Phone: (212) 686-7160
Website: https://naonfoundation.org
Application details from Grantable's research on the foundation's public materials; confirm on its website before applying.
Who Naon Inc funds
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 5 recipients in 2024
The largest 2024 recipient was Legacy Heritage Programming Xiii LLC ($690K). Together the top 5 received $1.4M.
Grant Size Distribution
50 grants across all recorded years
The most common grant size was under $50K: 19 grants of 50 (38%).
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
In 2024, 89% of grant dollars went to recipients in New York. The state associated with the remaining 11% is not specified.
Grant Distribution by State
Share of 2024 grant dollars across all 5 itemized grants.
States
Cities
How Naon Inc gives
- Giving held roughly steady from 2021 to 2024 (−17%). Method
- In 2024 it paid out 84% of its IRS minimum distribution (the 5% rule). Foundations have until the end of the next year to meet it. Method
From the foundation's IRS Form 990-PF filings. Methodology.
Giving History
Giving Over Time
Total grant dollars and number of grants per year
From 2020 to 2024, annual grant giving ranged from $1.4M (2024) to $1.7M (2021). In 2024 it made 5 grants totaling $1.4M.
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Legacy Heritage Programming Xiii LLC New York, NY | Support the Organization's Summertime Educational Programming. | $690,429 |
| Prizmah Center for Jewish Day Schools Inc New York, NY | General Support for Organization's Charitable Programming. | $300,702 |
| Union of Orthodox Jewish Congregations of America New York, NY | Funding to support the organization's religious leadership and educational programming. | $242,600 |
| Ou Israel in Memory of Bernard and Sara Falk | Provide Support for the Organization's Educational Programming. | $156,546 |
| Legacy Heritage Investors I LLC New York, NY | From Passthrough | $50 |
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Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
| Filing year | Total Assets | Revenue | Expenses | Grants paid | Grants | Qualifying Distributions | Net Investment Income | Distributable Amount |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $28,224,240 | $2,683,718 | $1,581,349 | $1,390,327 | 5 | $1,394,133 | $2,494,444 | $1,654,875 |
| 2023 | $27,122,159 | $2,176,251 | $1,798,835 | $1,589,197 | 15 | $1,594,089 | $1,953,791 | $1,503,844 |
| 2022 | $26,744,743 | $1,543,755 | $1,964,922 | $1,457,667 | 7 | $1,464,891 | $1,040,634 | $1,516,003 |
| 2021 | $27,166,235 | $1,666,062 | $1,867,006 | $1,676,032 | 7 | $1,680,225 | $1,474,973 | $1,656,497 |
| 2020 | $27,366,854 | $1,414,432 | $1,580,683 | $1,437,221 | 16 | — | $1,240,679 | $1,501,598 |
Under IRS private-foundation payout rules, Naon Inc reported a distributable amount of $1.7M for 2024 — the minimum it must pay out in qualifying distributions.
Research compiled by Grantable AI from public sources. Last updated September 2026.
Mission & Focus Areas
The NAON Foundation’s stated vision is to promote excellence in musculoskeletal health by supporting orthopaedic nursing. Its stated mission is to fund grants and scholarships that advance orthopaedic nursing practice, research, and leadership.
In 2024, recipients included Prizmah Center for Jewish Day Schools, which describes itself as a network for Jewish day schools and yeshivas in North America. Its stated work includes investing in talent, advancing schools’ financial vitality, and enhancing educational excellence.
Grantmaking
In 2024, Naon Inc reported five grants totaling $1,390,327. Grant amounts ranged from $50 to $690,429, with a median of $242,600.
Notable 2024 grants included:
The website describes a scholarship program for six NAON members to attend the 2027 NAON Congress in person, with scholarships of $1,000 each. Eligibility includes current NAON membership of at least one year, a current nursing license, and spending at least 50% of one’s time in orthopaedic nursing. Applicants must be able to attend the Congress; current NAON Executive Board members, staff, and Foundation trustees are ineligible. Required materials include an application, proof of licensure and membership, and a statement describing a planned contribution to NAON. The scholarship may be received only once in a 10-year period.
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
The 2024 filing lists S Wexner as president, secretary, treasurer, and director; B Gloznek as assistant secretary; and W Stern, R Kanner, G Levy, R Agus, D Weissman, W Feinstein, R Feit, and G Graff as directors.
The NAON Foundation website lists trustees Debbie Hawk, Steve Jones, Barbara Levin, Cheryl Mains, Luann Theis, and Angela Vanderpool.
Naon Inc is led by S. Wexner, President, Secretary, Treasurer & Director on every filing since 2020; none of the 11 officers listed in 2024 report compensation.
Officers on the 2024 filing
S. Wexner
President, Secretary, Treasurer & Director
On filings since 2020
No compensation reported
B. Lopata
Director
On filings since 2020
No compensation reported
D. Weissman
Director
On filings since 2020
No compensation reported
G. Graff
Director
On filings since 2020
No compensation reported
G. Levy
Director
On filings since 2020
No compensation reported
R. Agus
Director
On filings since 2020
No compensation reported
R. Feit
Director
On filings since 2020
No compensation reported
R. Kanner
Director
On filings since 2020
No compensation reported
W. Feinstein
Director
On filings since 2020
No compensation reported
W. Stern
Director
On filings since 2020
No compensation reported
B. Gloznek
Assistant Secretary
On filings since 2020
No compensation reported
Former officers (1)
- Former: D. Korn (2020–2021) — Tax Matters Officer
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 Naon Inc
How much does Naon Inc give each year?
Naon Inc gave $1.4M across 5 grants in 2024, according to its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. In 2023 it gave $1.6M across 15 grants.
What is Naon Inc's typical grant size?
Naon Inc's median grant in 2024 was $242,600, and its average grant was $278,065, across 5 grants on its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF.
Where does Naon Inc give grants?
Naon Inc gives mostly in New York: 89% of the grant dollars itemized on its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF went to recipients there. The most frequent recipient cities were New York, NY (4 grants).
Does Naon Inc give general operating support?
Yes: 20% of Naon Inc's 2024 grants with a stated purpose (1 of 5) were for general or operating support, per its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF.
Who are Naon Inc's largest grantees?
Naon Inc's largest 2024 grantees include Legacy Heritage Programming Xiii LLC ($690,429), Prizmah Center for Jewish Day Schools Inc ($300,702) and Union of Orthodox Jewish Congregations of America ($242,600), according to its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. Together they received 89% of its itemized 2024 grant dollars.
How large is Naon Inc?
Naon Inc reported $28.2M in total assets on its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. It paid out $1.4M in qualifying distributions that year, against a required minimum of $1.7M (roughly 5% of its investment assets). Falling short in one year is not a violation: foundations have until the end of the next year to meet the minimum.
What does Naon Inc fund?
The NAON Foundation’s stated vision is to promote excellence in musculoskeletal health by supporting orthopaedic nursing. Its stated mission is to fund grants and scholarships that advance orthopaedic nursing practice, research, and leadership. See mission & focus areas ↑
How do I apply for a grant from Naon Inc?
The foundation states that it makes contributions only to preselected charitable organizations and does not accept unsolicited requests. Eligibility and process details are in the grantmaking section of this profile. See how to apply ↑
What is Naon Inc's EIN?
Naon Inc's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 13-4099539. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2020–2024.
Does Naon Inc 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 September 2026.
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- IRS filings on file for fiscal years 2020–2024
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