Shelters for Israel
Shelters for Israel is a public charity based in Beverly Hills, California. Founded in 1948, it funds projects, programs, and facilities in Israel intended to support people in need, with particular attention to children and older adults, including Holocaust survivors.
Shelters for Israel at a glance
In short: Shelters for Israel gave $303K across 13 grants in 2024 (avg $23K), top state New York. Source: 2024 IRS Form 990.
- Annual giving (2024)
- $302,825
- -45.3% vs 2023
- Grants made (2024)
- 13
- +30.0% vs 2023
- Average grant
- $23,294
- -57.9% vs 2023
- Median grant
- $12,000
- Total assets
- $273,041
- -28.9% vs 2023
- Primary geography
- New York (42% of itemized 2024 grant dollars)
- Latest 990 filing
- Form 990, 2024 View filing
Data from IRS Form 990, 2024; updated September 2026.
How to apply to Shelters for Israel
- Contact
Mailing address: 728 N Linden Dr, Beverly Hills, CA 90210
Phone: (310) 702-9169
Website: https://sheltersforisrael.org
Application details from Grantable's research on the foundation's public materials; confirm on its website before applying.
Who Shelters for Israel funds
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 10 recipients in 2024
The largest 2024 recipient was Brothers and Sisters for Isra ($74K). Together the top 10 received $282K.
Grant Size Distribution
32 grants across all recorded years
The most common grant size was under $50K: 23 grants of 32 (72%).
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
The organization states that it funds projects and programs in Israel. In 2024, 42% of its grant dollars went to recipients in New York and 19% to recipients in California; the state associated with the remaining 39% is not identified in the reported breakdown.
Grant Distribution by State
Share of 2024 grant dollars across all 13 itemized grants.
Cities
How Shelters for Israel gives
- 38% of 2024 grantees were also funded in 2023. Method
Estimate from itemized grant lists in IRS Form 990 filings (2024). Recipient names are matched across years, so a renamed or misspelled grantee can look new; grants to individuals are left out. Methodology.
Giving History
Giving Over Time
Total grant dollars and number of grants per year
From 2020 to 2024, annual grant giving ranged from $303K (2024) to $554K (2023). In 2024 it made 13 grants totaling $303K.
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Brothers and Sisters for Isra | — | $73,500 |
| Israel Healthcare Foundention New York, NY | — | $50,000 |
| American Friends of Sheba Med Los Angeles, CA | — | $40,000 |
| American Friends of Natal New York, NY | — | $25,000 |
| American Zionist Movement New York, NY | — | $25,000 |
| Shanti House | — | $25,000 |
| Worldwide Friends Foundation New York, NY | — | $12,000 |
| Merkaz Kehiliati Gderot | — | $11,200 |
| Sepharadic Educational Center Los Angeles, CA | — | $10,000 |
| The Gimel Foundation New York, NY | — | $10,000 |
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Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
| Filing year | Total Assets | Revenue | Expenses | Grants paid | Grants | Net Investment Income |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $273,041 | $214,839 | $325,682 | $302,825 | 13 | $11,482 |
| 2023 | $383,884 | $519,172 | $593,445 | $553,600 | 10 | $14,887 |
| 2022 | $458,177 | $267,408 | $377,377 | $352,500 | 2 | $3,965 |
| 2020 | $397,421 | $345,043 | $335,174 | $315,500 | 7 | — |
Research compiled by Grantable AI from public sources. Last updated September 2026.
Mission & Focus Areas
Shelters for Israel’s stated mission is to fund vital projects, programs, and facilities in Israel that support the neediest populations and improve the lives of children and older adults, including Holocaust survivors.
Its filing describes support for housing, student dormitories, childcare and preschool facilities, day care centers for older adults, medical facilities and equipment, and facilities for children and adults with special needs. It also describes funding basic needs for impoverished Holocaust survivors and physical, educational, and emotional support for at-risk youth.
Among its 2024 grantees, American Friends of NATAL says it helps fund clinical, helpline, social therapeutic, and outreach services for Israelis recovering from trauma. American Zionist Movement describes its work as linking the American Jewish community in support of Israel, Zionism, and the Jewish people. Worldwide Friends Foundation says it operates humanitarian missions in Israel and Ukraine. Chayal El Chayal describes its work as supporting and guiding soldiers during and after their service.
Grantmaking
In 2024, Shelters for Israel reported 13 grants totaling $302,825. Grant amounts ranged from $6,000 to $73,500, with a median of $12,000.
Notable 2024 grants included $73,500 to Brothers and Sisters for Isra, $50,000 to Israel Healthcare Foundation, $40,000 to American Friends of Sheba Medical Center, $25,000 each to American Friends of NATAL and American Zionist Movement, and $25,000 to Shanti House.
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
The 2024 filing lists Myra Gabbay and David Jackson as co-presidents. It lists Edward Markley, Yael Swerdlow, Katalin Mannheim, Debbie David, Klara Firestone, and Anne Reisman as directors; Karen David as treasurer; and Madeleine Rosenberg as secretary.
Shelters for Israel is led by David Jackson, Co President on every filing since 2020; none of the 12 officers listed in 2024 report compensation.
Officers on the 2024 filing
David Jackson
Co President
On filings since 2020
2 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Anne Reisman
Director
On filings since 2020
No compensation reported
Debbie David
Director
On filings since 2020
2 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Edward Markley
Director
On filings since 2020
No compensation reported
Klara Firestone
Director
On filings since 2020
No compensation reported
Marie Mazzone
Director
On filings since 2020
No compensation reported
Robert Rosenberg
Director
On filings since 2020
No compensation reported
Yael Swerdlow
Director
On filings since 2020
No compensation reported
Katalin Mannheim
Director
On filings since 2022
No compensation reported
Karen David
Treasurer
On filings since 2020
10 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Madeleine Rosenberg
Secretary
On filings since 2020
No compensation reported
Myra Gabbay
Copresident
On filings since 2020
10 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Former officers (2)
- Former: David Israeli (2020–2021) — Director
- Former: Rosie Silverstein (2020–2021) — Vice President
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 Shelters for Israel
How much does Shelters for Israel give each year?
Shelters for Israel gave $303K across 13 grants in 2024, according to its 2024 IRS Form 990. In 2023 it gave $554K across 10 grants.
What is Shelters for Israel's typical grant size?
Shelters for Israel's median grant in 2024 was $12,000, and its average grant was $23,294, across 13 grants on its 2024 IRS Form 990.
Where does Shelters for Israel give grants?
Shelters for Israel's top state is New York, with 42% of the grant dollars itemized on its 2024 IRS Form 990. The next largest state was California (19%). The most frequent recipient cities were New York, NY (6 grants) and Los Angeles, CA (2 grants).
Who are Shelters for Israel's largest grantees?
Shelters for Israel's largest 2024 grantees include Brothers and Sisters for Isra ($73,500), Israel Healthcare Foundention ($50,000) and American Friends of Sheba Med ($40,000), according to its 2024 IRS Form 990. Together they received 54% of its itemized 2024 grant dollars.
How large is Shelters for Israel?
Shelters for Israel reported $273K in total assets on its 2024 IRS Form 990. Its revenue that year was $215K.
What does Shelters for Israel fund?
Shelters for Israel’s stated mission is to fund vital projects, programs, and facilities in Israel that support the neediest populations and improve the lives of children and older adults, including Holocaust survivors. See mission & focus areas ↑
How do I apply for a grant from Shelters for Israel?
Shelters for Israel has no public application process in the sources Grantable reviewed. Check sheltersforisrael.org for current guidelines, or contact the foundation directly before submitting a request.
What is Shelters for Israel's EIN?
Shelters for Israel's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 95-6118813. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2020–2024.
Data last updated September 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990 filings. Research dossier generated September 2026.
Data update history
(4)
When this profile's IRS filing data changed on Grantable
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2020 (received by the IRS April 11, 2022)
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2023 (received by the IRS November 15, 2024)
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2024 (received by the IRS November 14, 2025)
- IRS filings on file for fiscal years 2020–2024
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Grantable. (2026). Shelters for Israel funder profile. GrantGraph. Retrieved October 22, 2026, from https://grantable.co/funders/shelters-for-israel-morg_609bb054b58f45439cabc502c27f243b
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