Teeem Inc
Teeem Inc is a private foundation based in Little Falls, New Jersey. TEEEM’s website describes work connecting schools with underserved communities worldwide and developing students’ skills for social impact; its foundation program page says it funds nonprofit and charitable organizations working to improve lives and strengthen communities.
Teeem Inc at a glance
In short: Teeem Inc gave $833K across 21 grants in 2025 (avg $40K), mostly in New York. 57% of 2025 grantees were new. Source: 2025 IRS Form 990-PF.
- Annual giving (2025)
- $832,688
- +60.9% vs 2024
- Grants made (2025)
- 21
- +110.0% vs 2024
- Average grant
- $39,652
- -23.4% vs 2024
- Median grant
- $3,000
- Total assets
- $24,266,838
- +53.2% vs 2024
- New grantees (estimate)
- 57% first-time grantees (12 of 21, 2025; small sample)
- Primary geography
- New York (77% of itemized 2025 grant dollars)
- Latest 990 filing
- Form 990-PF, 2025 View filing
Data from IRS Form 990-PF, 2025; updated October 2026. New grantees are estimated by matching recipient names across years (methodology).
How to apply to Teeem Inc
- Accepts unsolicited proposals
- No
- How to Apply
The foundation page describes a Community Impact Grant Program application window and says it seeks organizations demonstrating sustainable, measurable impact, community-centered solutions, and strong leadership and…
The foundation page describes a Community Impact Grant Program application window and says it seeks organizations demonstrating sustainable, measurable impact, community-centered solutions, and strong leadership and financial stewardship. However, the 2023 filing statement says contributions are made only to preselected charitable organizations and that the foundation does not accept unsolicited requests.
- Review Cycle
- November 1, 2026.
- Deadline
- November 1, 2026.
- Contact
Mailing address: 310 Passaic Avenue 301, Fairfield, NJ 07004
Phone: (973) 808-9500
Website: https://teeem.org
Application details from Grantable's research on the foundation's public materials; confirm on its website before applying.
Who Teeem Inc funds
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 10 recipients in 2025
The largest 2025 recipient was Teeem Inc ($590K). Together the top 10 received $819K.
Grant Size Distribution
43 grants across all recorded years
The most common grant size was under $50K: 35 grants of 43 (81%).
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
In 2025, 77% of grant dollars went to recipients in New York, 5% to New Jersey, 5% to Connecticut, 3% to Pennsylvania, and 2% to South Dakota. The listed grants also included recipients in Florida, Delaware, and Michigan.
Grant Distribution by State
Share of 2025 grant dollars across all 21 itemized grants.
States
Cities
Is Teeem Inc open to new grantees?
57%
first-time grantees, 2025
In 2025, 12 of 21 grantees (57%) were first-time recipients. With only 21 grantees, that is a small sample: one grantee more or less moves the share by about 5 points. First grants averaged $3K; repeat grants $89K. How we count
Medians: $2K first-time, $20K repeat.
- 43% of 2025 grantees were also funded in 2024. Method
- In 2025 it paid out 106% of its IRS minimum distribution (the 5% rule). Method
Estimate from itemized grant lists in IRS Form 990-PF filings (2023–2025). 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 2023 to 2025, annual grant giving ranged from $314K (2023) to $833K (2025). In 2025 it made 21 grants totaling $833K.
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Teeem Inc New York, NY | Sustaining Contribution | $590,000 |
| George Badiel Foundation New Yorkn, NY | Sustaining Contribution | $48,561 |
| The Denan Project Woodbury, CT | Sustaining Contribution | $40,000 |
| Grace Project Inc Union, NJ | Sustaining Contribution | $20,925 |
| American Friends of Un Tec Miami, FL | Sustaining Contribution | $20,000 |
| Awamaki US Pittsburgh, PA | Sustaining Contribution | $20,000 |
| Mission for Ukraine Foundatiom Dover, DE | Sustaining Contribution | $20,000 |
| Nyaka AIDS Orphans Project East Lansing, MI | Sustaining Contribution | $20,000 |
| One Spirit Rapid City, SD | Sustaining Contribution | $20,000 |
| Ridgewood Cambodia Project Ridgewood, NJ | Sustaining Contribution | $20,000 |
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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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $24,266,838 | $9,806,319 | $1,385,352 | $832,688 | 21 | $1,181,788 | $1,581,804 | $1,115,996 |
| 2024 | $15,843,761 | $12,343,643 | $940,078 | $517,521 | 10 | $842,521 | $2,326,718 | $536,268 |
| 2023 | $8,696,449 | $12,048,856 | $378,702 | $314,103 | 12 | $314,103 | $1,814,853 | $140,216 |
| 2022 | $70,000 | $70,150 | $150 | — | — | — | — | $3,448 |
Under IRS private-foundation payout rules, Teeem Inc reported a distributable amount of $1.1M for 2025 — the minimum it must pay out in qualifying distributions.
Research compiled by Grantable AI from public sources. Last updated September 2026.
Mission & Focus Areas
TEEEM’s website states its mission is to partner schools with underserved communities worldwide while equipping the next generation to drive meaningful change. Its foundation program lists education and youth development, health and essential needs, equality and empowerment, entrepreneurship and economic opportunity, community infrastructure, and sustainable community impact as funding areas. It seeks organizations with community-centered solutions, measurable impact, strong leadership and financial stewardship, and alignment with its mission and values.
The 2025 grants included support for organizations with varied missions. One Spirit says it assists the Lakota people in preserving and revitalizing Lakota culture, language, and self-sufficiency while addressing basic needs. The National Council for the Social Studies says it builds capacity for high-quality social studies and supports educators so students can pursue lifelong inquiry and informed civic action.
Grantmaking
In filing year 2025, Teeem Inc reported 21 grants totaling $832,688. Grant amounts ranged from $125 to $590,000, with a median of $3,000. The largest listed grants included $590,000 to Teeem Inc in New York, $48,561 to George Badiel Foundation, and $40,000 to The Denan Project. Other listed awards included $20,925 to Grace Project Inc and $20,000 each to American Friends of UN TEC, Awamaki US, Mission for Ukraine Foundation, Nyaka AIDS Orphans Project, One Spirit, and Ridgewood Cambodia Project.
TEEEM’s foundation page describes awards of $5,000–$10,000 for local projects and grassroots initiatives, $10,000–$20,000 to expand programs, and $20,000–$30,000 for large-scale initiatives. It says requests outside these ranges may also be considered and awards may be full or partial. The page lists an application window of August 17–November 1, 2026. The 2023 filing statement says the foundation makes contributions only to preselected charitable organizations and does not accept unsolicited requests.
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
The 2025 filing lists Jarret Schecter as president, Darrow Schecter as secretary, and Larry Leaf and Grace Bertone as directors. TEEEM’s website identifies Jarret Schecter as founder and president, Taylor D’Alessio as executive vice president, Michelle Della Fortuna as vice president of finance and strategy, and Heather M. Ferris as director of operations.
Teeem Inc is led by Jarret Schecter, President on every filing since 2021; none of the 4 officers listed in 2025 report compensation.
Officers on the 2025 filing
Jarret Schecter
President
On filings since 2021
No compensation reported
Grace Bertone
Director
On filings since 2024
No compensation reported
Larry Leaf
Director
On filings since 2024
No compensation reported
Darrow Schecter
Secretary
On filings since 2021
No compensation reported
Former officers (1)
- Former: Marvin Schecter (2021–2023) — Treasurer
Data from IRS Form 990 filings, 2021–2025. "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 Teeem Inc
How much does Teeem Inc give each year?
Teeem Inc gave $833K across 21 grants in 2025, according to its 2025 IRS Form 990-PF. In 2024 it gave $518K across 10 grants.
What is Teeem Inc's typical grant size?
Teeem Inc's median grant in 2025 was $3,000, and its average grant was $39,652, across 21 grants on its 2025 IRS Form 990-PF. Organizations receiving their first grant from Teeem Inc that year got $3K on average.
Where does Teeem Inc give grants?
Teeem Inc gives mostly in New York: 77% of the grant dollars itemized on its 2025 IRS Form 990-PF went to recipients there. The next largest state was New Jersey (5%). The most frequent recipient cities were New York, NY (3 grants).
Does Teeem Inc give general operating support?
Not in 2025: none of the 21 grants with a stated purpose on Teeem Inc's 2025 IRS Form 990-PF were described as general or operating support. Recurring purposes include "Sustaining Contribution" (21 grants).
Who are Teeem Inc's largest grantees?
Teeem Inc's largest 2025 grantees include Teeem Inc ($590,000), George Badiel Foundation ($48,561) and The Denan Project ($40,000), according to its 2025 IRS Form 990-PF. Together they received 81% of its itemized 2025 grant dollars.
How large is Teeem Inc?
Teeem Inc reported $24.3M in total assets on its 2025 IRS Form 990-PF. It paid out $1.2M in qualifying distributions that year, against a required minimum of $1.1M (roughly 5% of its investment assets).
What does Teeem Inc fund?
TEEEM’s website states its mission is to partner schools with underserved communities worldwide while equipping the next generation to drive meaningful change. See mission & focus areas ↑
How do I apply for a grant from Teeem Inc?
The foundation page describes a Community Impact Grant Program application window and says it seeks organizations demonstrating sustainable, measurable impact, community-centered solutions, and strong leadership and… Eligibility and process details are in the grantmaking section of this profile. See how to apply ↑
What is Teeem Inc's EIN?
Teeem Inc's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 37-2002172. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2021–2025.
Does Teeem 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.
Data update history
(5)
When this profile's IRS filing data changed on Grantable
- Updated Form 990-PF for fiscal year 2022 (received by the IRS November 9, 2022)
- Updated Form 990-PF for fiscal year 2023 (received by the IRS January 19, 2024)
- Updated Form 990-PF for fiscal year 2024 (received by the IRS January 23, 2025)
- Updated Form 990-PF for fiscal year 2025 (received by the IRS March 17, 2026)
- IRS filings on file for fiscal years 2021–2025
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Grantable. (2026). Teeem Inc funder profile. GrantGraph. Retrieved October 15, 2026, from https://grantable.co/funders/teeem-inc-morg_8ef2a35dab844b64bc6cef407a1de79f
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