Robert and Michelle Diener Foundation
The Robert and Michelle Diener Foundation is a private grantmaking foundation established in 2001 in Texas and granted tax-exempt status in May 2002. Based in Dallas, Texas, the foundation operates as a 501(c)(3) organization dedicated to philanthropic giving across multiple sectors.
Key facts about Robert and Michelle Diener Foundation
- EIN
- 75-2919060
- Latest 990 filing
- Form 990-PF, 2024
- Annual giving (2024)
- $1,891,500
- Grants made (2024)
- 39
- Average grant
- $48,500
- Median grant
- $18,000
- Total assets
- $28,298,393
- Primary geography
- New York (56% of itemized 2024 grant dollars)
- Accepts unsolicited proposals
- Yes
- How to apply
- The foundation accepts unsolicited applications on a rolling basis with no formal deadlines or specific application forms required.
- Deadline
- Rolling
Data from IRS Form 990-PF, 2024; updated June 2026. Application details from Grantable's research on the foundation's public materials; confirm on its website before applying.
Who Robert and Michelle Diener Foundation funds
By grant dollars, the top recipient states for Robert and Michelle Diener Foundation's 39 itemized 2024 grants were New York (56%) and Florida (33%). The most frequent recipient cities were New York, NY (5 grants), Miami Beach, FL (4 grants), Brooklyn, NY (2 grants) and Miami, FL (2 grants). None of its 39 grants with a stated purpose were described as general or operating support. Recurring purposes include "Religious" (17 grants), "Education" (8 grants) and "Health Care" (5 grants).
Financial Overview
From 2024 IRS Form 990-PF · View filing
Total Assets
$28.3M
-2.1% YoY
Annual Giving
$1.9M
+5.5% YoY
Grant Count
39
+0.0% YoY
Avg Grant Size
$49K
+5.5% YoY
Under IRS private-foundation payout rules, Robert and Michelle Diener Foundation reported a distributable amount of $2.0M for 2024 — the minimum it must pay out in qualifying distributions.
Mission & Focus Areas
The foundation does not maintain a publicly stated mission statement. However, its funding priorities center on:
- Jewish education and religious organizations (largest funding category)
- Religious organizations and temples
- Human services
- Healthcare and medical research
- Nature preservation
- General charitable support
The foundation demonstrates particular commitment to supporting Jewish causes and agencies, with significant funding directed toward Jewish educational institutions and religious organizations.
Grantmaking
The foundation accepts unsolicited applications on a rolling basis with no formal deadlines or specific application forms required.
Grant Range
$360–$413,310
Average Grant
amount: $350–$413,310
Review Cycle
or specific application forms required.
How to Apply
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Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
The foundation's giving is concentrated in:
- Florida (particularly Miami's Jewish community)
- New York
- Louisiana/Maryland
Grant Distribution by State
Share of all 39 itemized 2024 grant dollars.
States
Cities
Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
As of 2024:
- Total assets: $28,298,393
- Total giving: $1,891,500
- Revenue: $1,339,418
- Expenses: $1,947,433
- Total liabilities: $0
As of 2023:
- Total assets: $28,906,408
- Total expenses: $1,845,564
- Total revenues: $578,314
- Investment income and dividends: $956,466
| Metric | 2024 | 2023 | 2022 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Assets | $28,298,393 | $28,906,408 | $30,173,658 |
| Revenue | $1,339,418 | $578,314 | $2,099,048 |
| Expenses | $1,947,433 | $1,845,564 | $1,724,408 |
| Qualifying Distributions | $1,897,942 | $1,796,940 | $1,635,452 |
| Net Investment Income | $1,298,968 | $824,590 | $2,052,239 |
| Distributable Amount | $1,985,005 | $1,687,994 | $1,670,422 |
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
217 grants across all recorded years
Giving History
Grant recipients and amounts by year
Among its reported 2024 grants, the largest recipients include Chabad on Campus ($413,310), American Friends of Magen David Adom ($175,000), Aish Hatorah Inc ($155,000).
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| CHABAD ON CAMPUS BROOKLYN, NY | RELIGIOUS | $413,310 |
| AMERICAN FRIENDS OF MAGEN DAVID ADOM NEW YORK, NY | HEALTH CARE | $175,000 |
| AISH HATORAH INC NEW YORK, NY | RELIGIOUS | $155,000 |
| GREATER MIAMI JEWISH FEDERATION MIAMI, FL | JEWISH EDUCATION | $144,300 |
| FRIENDS OF UNITED HATZALA NEW YORK, NY | HEALTH CARE | $138,180 |
| BIRTHRIGHT ISRAEL FOUNDATION NEW YORK, NY | EDUCATION | $108,000 |
| LEHRMAN COMMUNITY DAY SCHOOL MIAMI BEACH, FL | EDUCATION | $100,000 |
| POSNACK DAY SCHOOL DAVIE, FL | EDUCATION | $100,000 |
| TEMPLE MENORAH MIAMI BEACH, FL | JEWISH EDUCATION | $100,000 |
| JEWISH COMMUNITY SERVICE OF S FLORIDA MIAMI, FL | RELIGIOUS | $60,700 |
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
Robert "Bob" Diener serves as co-founder and president of the foundation. He is also the co-founder and president of getaroom.com and founder of Hotels.com.
Compensation Overview
From 2024 IRS filing
From 2024 filing
| Name | Title | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| ROBERT B DIENER | DIRECTOR | 5 | — |
| MICHELLE S DIENER | DIRECTOR | 5 | — |
| DAVID S LITMAN | DIRECTOR | — | — |
| ALLISON DIENER GILINSKI | DIRECTOR | — | — |
| BRIANNA DIENER SKYDELL | DIRECTOR | — | — |
Contact Information
Address: 3010 LBJ Freeway, Suite 748, Dallas, TX 75234
Phone: (305) 865-9300
Subject Areas
Focus areas based on grantmaking activity
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Robert and Michelle Diener Foundation fund?
The foundation does not maintain a publicly stated mission statement. However, its funding priorities center on: • **Jewish education and religious organizations** (largest funding category) • **Religious organizations and temples** • **Human services** • **Healthcare and medical research** • **Nature preservation** • **General charitable support** The foundation demonstrates particular commitment to supporting Jewish causes and agencies, with significant funding directed toward Jewish educatio…
How do I apply for a grant from Robert and Michelle Diener Foundation?
**Grant Activity:** • Total annual giving: approximately $1.8–$1.9 million • Number of grants (2023): 39 grants distributed • Grant range: $360–$413,310 • Median grant size: $18,000 • Average grant amount: $350–$413,310 **Application Process:** The foundation accepts unsolicited applications on a rolling basis with no formal deadlines or specific application forms required. **Recent Grant Examples (2023):** • Greater Miami Jewish Federation: $340,000 (Jewish Education) • Hadassah: $125,000 (Jew…
Where does Robert and Michelle Diener Foundation make grants?
The foundation's giving is concentrated in: • Florida (particularly Miami's Jewish community) • New York • Louisiana/Maryland
What size grants does Robert and Michelle Diener Foundation award?
In 2024, Robert and Michelle Diener Foundation awarded 39 grants totaling $1.9M — an average of about $49K per grant, based on its IRS Form 990 filings.
How much is Robert and Michelle Diener Foundation required to give away each year?
Private foundations must generally distribute about 5% of their assets annually. For 2024, Robert and Michelle Diener Foundation reported a distributable amount of $2.0M on its IRS Form 990-PF — the minimum it must pay out in qualifying distributions.
What is Robert and Michelle Diener Foundation's EIN?
Robert and Michelle Diener Foundation's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 75-2919060. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2020–2024.
Does Robert and Michelle Diener Foundation accept unsolicited proposals?
Yes, according to Grantable's research on the foundation's published guidelines. The foundation accepts unsolicited applications on a rolling basis with no formal deadlines or specific application forms required.
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Data last updated June 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990-PF filings. Research dossier generated April 2026.