Neil S Hirsch Foundation
The Neil S Hirsch Foundation is a private family foundation based in New York, NY, established in 1986 and granted 501(c)(3) tax-exempt status in May 1988. The foundation was created by Neil S. Hirsch, described as "a true visionary and long-time advocate for psychiatric care." With approximately $97.8 million in assets, the foundation distributes over $4.5 million annually through approximately 28 grants.
Key facts about Neil S Hirsch Foundation
- EIN
- 13-6881621
- Latest 990 filing
- Form 990-PF, 2024
- Annual giving (2024)
- $4,567,742
- Grants made (2024)
- 28
- Average grant
- $163,134
- Median grant
- $57,500
- Total assets
- $97,839,807
- Primary geography
- New York (33% of itemized 2024 grant dollars)
- Accepts unsolicited proposals
- No
- How to apply
- The foundation operates on an invitation-only basis and does not accept unsolicited applications for general grants. Full details ↓
Data from IRS Form 990-PF, 2024; updated September 2026. Application details from Grantable's research on the foundation's public materials; confirm on its website before applying.
Who Neil S Hirsch Foundation funds
By grant dollars, the top recipient states for Neil S Hirsch Foundation's 28 itemized 2024 grants were New York (33%), Missouri (33%) and California (11%). The most frequent recipient cities were New York, NY (12 grants), West Palm Beach, FL (4 grants) and Boston, MA (2 grants). None of its 28 grants with a stated purpose were described as general or operating support. Recurring purposes include "Charitable" (28 grants).
How Neil S Hirsch Foundation gives
- 54% of 2024 grantees were also funded in 2023. Method
- In 2024 it paid out 86% of its IRS minimum distribution (the 5% rule). Foundations have until the end of the next year to meet it. Method
Estimate from itemized IRS Form 990-PF grant lists (2024). Recipient names are matched across years, so a renamed or misspelled grantee can look new; grants to individuals are left out. Methodology.
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Financial Overview
From 2024 IRS Form 990-PF · View filing
Total Assets
$97.8M
+0.8% YoY
Annual Giving
$4.6M
+8.7% YoY
Grant Count
28
+7.7% YoY
Avg Grant Size
$163K
+0.9% YoY
Under IRS private-foundation payout rules, Neil S Hirsch Foundation reported a distributable amount of $5.6M for 2024 — the minimum it must pay out in qualifying distributions.
Mission & Focus Areas
The foundation's mission is "to enhance the lives of children and adults in the United States" by supporting organizations focused on medical, cultural, and educational issues. Primary funding priorities include:
- Education
- Philanthropy, Voluntarism & Grantmaking
- Human Services
- Neurological and psychiatric healthcare
- Philanthropic infrastructure
Grantmaking
Grant Range
$2,000 - $1,500,000
How to Apply
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Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
The foundation primarily focuses on:
- New York
- Florida
- Massachusetts
The foundation also funds organizations in California, Connecticut, and other U.S. states.
Grant Distribution by State
Share of all 28 itemized 2024 grant dollars.
Cities
Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
As of 2023:
- Total Assets: $97.1 million
- Revenue: $2.81 million
- Expenses: $4.95 million
- Total Liabilities: $0
As of 2024:
- Total Assets: $97,839,807
- Total Giving: $4,567,742
| Metric | 2024 | 2023 | 2022 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Assets | $97,839,807 | $97,098,457 | $100,316,923 |
| Revenue | $6,108,302 | $2,807,799 | $101,631,599 |
| Expenses | $5,366,627 | $4,953,538 | $263,072 |
| Qualifying Distributions | $4,800,992 | $4,399,725 | $85,000 |
| Net Investment Income | $5,605,964 | $2,303,769 | $1,453,527 |
| Distributable Amount | $5,576,060 | $5,038,154 | $3,944,395 |
Data update history
When this profile's IRS filing data changed on Grantable
- IRS filings on file for fiscal years 2020–2024
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 2024
Grant Size Distribution
60 grants across all recorded years
Giving History
Grant recipients and amounts by year
Among its reported 2024 grants, the largest recipients include Washington University ($1,500,000), City of Hope ($500,000), Foundation for the Advancement of Clinical TMS ($396,000).
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Washington University St Louis, MO | Charitable | $1,500,000 |
| City of Hope Durate, CA | Charitable | $500,000 |
| Foundation for the Advancement of Clinical TMS Brentwood, TN | Charitable | $396,000 |
| Dana-Farber Cancer Institute Inc Boston, MA | Charitable | $265,000 |
| Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center New York, NY | Charitable | $250,000 |
| Marlene Meyerson JCC Manhattan New York, NY | Charitable | $200,000 |
| Citizens' Committee For Children New York, NY | Charitable | $150,000 |
| DKMS US New York, NY | Charitable | $150,000 |
| NYU Langone Health New York, NY | Charitable | $150,000 |
| Mount Sinai Health System New York, NY | Charitable | $125,000 |
Leadership & Key People
Officers and directors from IRS filings
Compensation Overview
From 2024 IRS filing
From 2024 IRS filing
| Name | Title | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Steven N Rappaport | Trustee | — | $100,000 |
| Laura A De Luca | Trustee | — | $130,000 |
| Judith A Garson | Trustee | — | — |
| Robert Flug | Trustee | — | — |
Contact Information
Address: 156 W 56th St, New York, NY 10019-3800
Phone: 212-906-9000
EIN: 13-6881621
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Neil S Hirsch Foundation fund?
The foundation's mission is "to enhance the lives of children and adults in the United States" by supporting organizations focused on medical, cultural, and educational issues. Primary funding priorities include: • Education • Philanthropy, Voluntarism & Grantmaking • Human Services • Neurological and psychiatric healthcare • Philanthropic infrastructure
How do I apply for a grant from Neil S Hirsch Foundation?
The foundation operates on an invitation-only basis and does not accept unsolicited applications for general grants. Eligibility and process details are in the grantmaking section of this profile. See how to apply ↑
Where does Neil S Hirsch Foundation make grants?
The foundation primarily focuses on: • New York • Florida • Massachusetts The foundation also funds organizations in California, Connecticut, and other U.S. states.
What size grants does Neil S Hirsch Foundation award?
In 2024, Neil S Hirsch Foundation awarded 28 grants totaling $4.6M — an average of about $163K per grant, based on its IRS Form 990 filings.
How much is Neil S Hirsch Foundation required to give away each year?
Private foundations must generally distribute about 5% of their assets annually. For 2024, Neil S Hirsch Foundation reported a distributable amount of $5.6M on its IRS Form 990-PF — the minimum it must pay out in qualifying distributions.
What is Neil S Hirsch Foundation's EIN?
Neil S Hirsch Foundation's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 13-6881621. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2020–2024.
Does Neil S Hirsch Foundation accept unsolicited proposals?
No, according to Grantable's research on the foundation's published guidelines. See how to apply ↑
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Data last updated September 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990-PF filings. Research dossier generated April 2026.