Rochelle & David a Hirsch Foundation Inc
The Rochelle & David A Hirsch Foundation Inc is a private foundation based in New York, New York. It makes contributions to charitable organizations; its 2024 filing says it contributes to various charitable organizations and does not accept unsolicited requests for funds.
Rochelle & David a Hirsch Foundation Inc at a glance
In short: Rochelle & David a Hirsch Foundation Inc gave $1.4M across 87 grants in 2024 (avg $16K), mostly in New York. Source: 2024 IRS Form 990-PF.
- Annual giving (2024)
- $1,425,380
- -2.1% vs 2023
- Grants made (2024)
- 87
- +8600.0% vs 2023
- Average grant
- $16,384
- -98.9% vs 2023
- Median grant
- $2,500
- Total assets
- $31,587,926
- +6.3% vs 2023
- Primary geography
- New York (92% 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 Rochelle & David a Hirsch Foundation Inc
- Accepts unsolicited proposals
- No
- How to Apply
-
The foundation makes contributions only to preselected charitable organizations and does not accept unsolicited requests for funds.
- Contact
Mailing address: 910 Fifth Avenue, New York, NY 10021
Phone: (917) 991-1100
Application details from Grantable's research on the foundation's public materials; confirm on its website before applying.
Who Rochelle & David a Hirsch Foundation Inc funds
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 10 recipients in 2024
The largest 2024 recipient was Jewish Communal Fund ($700K). Together the top 10 received $1.1M.
Grant Size Distribution
91 grants across all recorded years
The most common grant size was under $50K: 84 grants of 91 (92%).
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
In 2024, 92% of grant dollars went to recipients in New York, followed by Florida (3%), California (2%), Massachusetts (1%), and New Jersey (1%).
Grant Distribution by State
Share of 2024 grant dollars across all 87 itemized grants.
States
Cities
How Rochelle & David a Hirsch Foundation Inc gives
- Giving held roughly steady from 2021 to 2024 (+17%). Method
- In 2024 it paid out 88% 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 $1.2M (2021) to $1.5M (2022). In 2024 it made 87 grants totaling $1.4M.
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Jewish Communal Fund New York, NY | To Further Its Charitable Purposes | $700,000 |
| Fifth Ave Synagogue New York, NY | To Further Its Charitable Purposes | $205,260 |
| Colel Chabad Brooklyn, NY | To Further Its Charitable Purposes | $65,000 |
| Crohn's & Colitis Foundation New York, NY | To Further Its Charitable Purposes | $35,000 |
| Sar Academy Riverdale, NY | To Further Its Charitable Purposes | $27,000 |
| Prostate Cancer Foundation Santa Monica, CA | To Further Its Charitable Purposes | $25,000 |
| American Friends of the Israel Philharmonic New York, NY | To Further Its Charitable Purposes | $23,000 |
| Merricat's Castle School New York, NY | To Further Its Charitable Purposes | $20,000 |
| Birthright Israel Foundation New York, NY | To Further Its Charitable Purposes | $18,000 |
| American Friends of the Hebrew University New York, NY | To Further Its Charitable Purposes | $15,000 |
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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 | $31,587,926 | $3,492,190 | $1,620,748 | $1,425,380 | 87 | $1,425,380 | $2,136,298 | $1,620,818 |
| 2023 | $29,716,484 | $2,584,372 | $1,653,337 | $1,455,671 | 1 | $1,455,671 | $2,224,233 | $1,464,564 |
| 2022 | $28,785,449 | $2,023,079 | $1,675,659 | $1,480,756 | 1 | $1,480,756 | $1,611,034 | $1,416,014 |
| 2021 | $28,438,029 | $2,460,460 | $1,280,039 | $1,216,176 | 1 | $1,216,176 | $1,544,154 | $1,489,582 |
| 2020 | $27,257,608 | $3,576,064 | $1,406,319 | $1,231,730 | 1 | — | $1,549,674 | $1,269,657 |
Under IRS private-foundation payout rules, Rochelle & David a Hirsch Foundation Inc reported a distributable amount of $1.6M 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 foundation’s filing does not state a mission. Its 2024 grants show support for organizations with varied purposes. For example, the Crohn’s & Colitis Foundation describes its mission as finding cures for Crohn’s disease and ulcerative colitis and improving quality of life for people affected by those conditions. The Prostate Cancer Foundation says it funds research on prostate cancer biology and treatment. Birthright Israel Foundation says it raises funds to support educational trips to Israel for young Jewish adults.
Other 2024 recipients include Israel Tennis & Education Centers Foundation, which says it supports children in Israel through academic enrichment, sports, and mentoring; the New York Botanical Garden, which describes its work as plant research and public education; and Friends of Israel Disabled Veterans, which raises funds for rehabilitation services and facilities.
Grantmaking
In 2024, the foundation reported 87 grants totaling $1,425,380. Grant amounts ranged from $50 to $700,000, with a median of $2,500. Its largest reported grants included $700,000 to Jewish Communal Fund, $205,260 to Fifth Ave Synagogue, and $65,000 to Colel Chabad. Other notable grants were $35,000 to the Crohn’s & Colitis Foundation, $27,000 to SAR Academy, and $25,000 to the Prostate Cancer Foundation.
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
The 2024 filing lists David A Hirsch as president, Rochelle C Hirsch as vice-president, Jeffrey M Hirsch as secretary, Jason T Hirsch as treasurer, and Stefanie J Hirsch as director.
Rochelle & David a Hirsch Foundation Inc is led by David A. Hirsch, President on every filing since 2020; none of the 5 officers listed in 2024 report compensation.
Officers on the 2024 filing
David A. Hirsch
President
On filings since 2020
No compensation reported
Stefanie J. Hirsch
Director
On filings since 2020
No compensation reported
Jason T. Hirsch
Treasurer
On filings since 2020
No compensation reported
Jeffrey M. Hirsch
Secretary
On filings since 2020
No compensation reported
Rochelle C. Hirsch
Vice President
On filings since 2020
No compensation reported
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 Rochelle & David a Hirsch Foundation Inc
How much does Rochelle & David a Hirsch Foundation Inc give each year?
Rochelle & David a Hirsch Foundation Inc gave $1.4M across 87 grants in 2024, according to its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. In 2023 it gave $1.5M across 1 grant.
What is Rochelle & David a Hirsch Foundation Inc's typical grant size?
Rochelle & David a Hirsch Foundation Inc's median grant in 2024 was $2,500, and its average grant was $16,384, across 87 grants on its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF.
Where does Rochelle & David a Hirsch Foundation Inc give grants?
Rochelle & David a Hirsch Foundation Inc gives mostly in New York: 92% 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 (45 grants), West Palm Beach, FL (6 grants), Bronx, NY (6 grants) and Brooklyn, NY (5 grants).
Who are Rochelle & David a Hirsch Foundation Inc's largest grantees?
Rochelle & David a Hirsch Foundation Inc's largest 2024 grantees include Jewish Communal Fund ($700,000), Fifth Ave Synagogue ($205,260) and Colel Chabad ($65,000), according to its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. Together they received 68% of its itemized 2024 grant dollars.
How large is Rochelle & David a Hirsch Foundation Inc?
Rochelle & David a Hirsch Foundation Inc reported $31.6M 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 $1.6M (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 Rochelle & David a Hirsch Foundation Inc fund?
The foundation’s filing does not state a mission. Its 2024 grants show support for organizations with varied purposes. See mission & focus areas ↑
How do I apply for a grant from Rochelle & David a Hirsch Foundation Inc?
The foundation 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 Rochelle & David a Hirsch Foundation Inc's EIN?
Rochelle & David a Hirsch Foundation Inc's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 55-0809138. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2020–2024.
Does Rochelle & David a Hirsch Foundation 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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