The Matan B'sayser Fund Inc
The Matan B'sayser Fund Inc is a private foundation based in Cedarhurst, New York. Its 2024 filing reports 13 grants totaling $62,490, with grant purposes recorded as education among the listed awards.
The Matan B'sayser Fund Inc at a glance
In short: The Matan B'sayser Fund Inc gave $62K across 13 grants in 2024 (avg $5K), mostly in New York. Source: 2024 IRS Form 990-PF.
- Annual giving (2024)
- $62,490
- -51.3% vs 2023
- Grants made (2024)
- 13
- -18.8% vs 2023
- Average grant
- $4,807
- -40.1% vs 2023
- Median grant
- $500
- Total assets
- $196,065
- +3.6% vs 2023
- Primary geography
- New York (57% 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 The Matan B'sayser Fund Inc
- How to Apply
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Submit a letter to Paul Fruchthandler. The filing lists no restrictions on awards.
- Contact
Application contact: Paul Fruchthandler
Mailing address: C/O Billet Feit Preis, New York, NY 10004
Phone: (212) 425-3300
Application details from Grantable's research on the foundation's public materials; confirm on its website before applying.
Who The Matan B'sayser Fund Inc funds
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 10 recipients in 2024
The largest 2024 recipient was Yeshiva Gedolah of Elkins Park ($27K). Together the top 10 received $62K.
Grant Size Distribution
41 grants across all recorded years
The most common grant size was under $50K: 41 grants of 41 (100%).
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
In 2024, 57% of grant dollars went to recipients in New York and 42% to recipients in Pennsylvania; the filing reports 0% for New Jersey.
Grant Distribution by State
Share of 2024 grant dollars across all 13 itemized grants.
Cities
How The Matan B'sayser Fund Inc gives
- 46% of 2024 grantees were also funded in 2023. Method
- Giving grew 51% from 2021 to 2024. Method
- In 2024 it paid out 206% of its IRS minimum distribution (the 5% rule). Method
Estimate from itemized grant lists in IRS Form 990-PF 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 $16K (2020) to $128K (2023). In 2024 it made 13 grants totaling $62K.
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Yeshiva Gedolah of Elkins Park Elkins Park, PA | Education | $26,500 |
| Mesivta Yeshiva Rabbi Chaim Berlin Brooklyn, NY | Education | $14,200 |
| Congregation Beth Joesph Brooklyn Brooklyn, NY | Education | $6,750 |
| Yeshiva Derech Chaim Brooklyn, NY | Education | $5,600 |
| National Society for Hebrew Day School Brooklyn, NY | Education | $5,000 |
| Khal Talmedei Hayeshivos Brooklyn, NY | Education | $2,500 |
| Young Isreal of Avenue J Brooklyn, NY | Education | $500 |
| Chaverim of Boro Park Williamsburg Brooklyn, NY | Education | $360 |
| Congregation Tiferes Tzion of Vyelipol Brooklyn, NY | Education | $325 |
| Kupat Chaya Rivka Rochel Inc Lakewood, NJ | Education | $250 |
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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 | $196,065 | $70,433 | $63,568 | $62,490 | 13 | $63,568 | $47,994 | $30,884 |
| 2023 | $189,200 | $73,500 | $128,529 | $128,296 | 16 | $128,529 | $73,500 | $29,594 |
| 2022 | $244,229 | $64,331 | $66,520 | $66,033 | 7 | $66,520 | $1,052 | $29,670 |
| 2021 | $246,418 | $14,371 | $41,783 | $41,500 | 3 | $41,783 | $5,571 | $25,923 |
| 2020 | $273,830 | $35,618 | $16,003 | $16,000 | 2 | — | $19,983 | $22,593 |
Under IRS private-foundation payout rules, The Matan B'sayser Fund Inc reported a distributable amount of $31K 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
No mission statement for the fund itself is provided. The 2024 filing lists education as the purpose of its grants. Among its grantees, Yeshiva Gedolah of Elkins Park describes its work as providing religious, educational, and social opportunities to Jewish youth. Yeshivah Derech Chaim says it educates and trains students in Talmud, Jewish thought, and Jewish ethical and moral standards. Kupat Chaya Rivka Rochel Inc says it helps community members and families unable to afford basic living expenses.
Grantmaking
In 2024, the fund reported 13 grants totaling $62,490. Grant amounts ranged from $100 to $26,500, with a median of $500. The largest reported awards included $26,500 to Yeshiva Gedolah of Elkins Park, $14,200 to Mesivta Yeshiva Rabbi Chaim Berlin, $6,750 to Congregation Beth Joesph Brooklyn, and $5,600 to Yeshiva Derech Chaim.
The filing says the foundation does not restrict giving to preselected organizations. It instructs applicants to submit a letter; it lists no restrictions on awards and no deadline.
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
The 2024 filing lists Paul Fruchthandler as president, Shaindi Fruchthandler as secretary, and Yehoshua Leib Fruchthandler as vice president.
The Matan B'sayser Fund Inc is led by Paul Fruchthandler, President on every filing since 2020; none of the 3 officers listed in 2024 report compensation.
Officers on the 2024 filing
Paul Fruchthandler
President
On filings since 2020
No compensation reported
Shaindi Fruchthandler
Secretary
On filings since 2020
No compensation reported
Yehoshua Leib Fruchthandler
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 The Matan B'sayser Fund Inc
How much does The Matan B'sayser Fund Inc give each year?
The Matan B'sayser Fund Inc gave $62K across 13 grants in 2024, according to its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. In 2023 it gave $128K across 16 grants.
What is The Matan B'sayser Fund Inc's typical grant size?
The Matan B'sayser Fund Inc's median grant in 2024 was $500, and its average grant was $4,807, across 13 grants on its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF.
Where does The Matan B'sayser Fund Inc give grants?
The Matan B'sayser Fund Inc gives mostly in New York: 57% of the grant dollars itemized on its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF went to recipients there. The next largest state was Pennsylvania (42%). The most frequent recipient cities were Brooklyn, NY (11 grants).
Does The Matan B'sayser Fund Inc give general operating support?
Not in 2024: none of the 13 grants with a stated purpose on The Matan B'sayser Fund Inc's 2024 IRS Form 990-PF were described as general or operating support. Recurring purposes include "Education" (13 grants).
Who are The Matan B'sayser Fund Inc's largest grantees?
The Matan B'sayser Fund Inc's largest 2024 grantees include Yeshiva Gedolah of Elkins Park ($26,500), Mesivta Yeshiva Rabbi Chaim Berlin ($14,200) and Congregation Beth Joesph Brooklyn ($6,750), according to its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. Together they received 76% of its itemized 2024 grant dollars.
How large is The Matan B'sayser Fund Inc?
The Matan B'sayser Fund Inc reported $196K in total assets on its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. It paid out $64K in qualifying distributions that year, against a required minimum of $31K (roughly 5% of its investment assets).
What does The Matan B'sayser Fund Inc fund?
No mission statement for the fund itself is provided. The 2024 filing lists education as the purpose of its grants. Among its grantees, Yeshiva Gedolah of Elkins Park describes its work as providing religious, educational, and social opportunities to Jewish youth. See mission & focus areas ↑
How do I apply for a grant from The Matan B'sayser Fund Inc?
Submit a letter to Paul Fruchthandler. Eligibility and process details are in the grantmaking section of this profile. See how to apply ↑
What is The Matan B'sayser Fund Inc's EIN?
The Matan B'sayser Fund Inc's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 84-1722642. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2020–2024.
Data last updated October 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990-PF filings. Research dossier generated September 2026.
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When this profile's IRS filing data changed on Grantable
- IRS filings on file for fiscal years 2020–2024
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Grantable. (2026). The Matan B'sayser Fund Inc funder profile. GrantGraph. Retrieved October 19, 2026, from https://grantable.co/funders/the-matan-b-sayser-fund-inc-morg_66f647d3260c40e39b75d333019cfaad
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