The Samuel S Adelsberg Foundation Inc
The Samuel S Adelsberg Foundation Inc is a private foundation based in Great Neck, New York. Its 2024 filing lists grants for “Jewish institution scholarship grants” to three organizations in New York.
The Samuel S Adelsberg Foundation Inc at a glance
In short: The Samuel S Adelsberg Foundation Inc gave $105K across 3 grants in 2024 (avg $35K), mostly in New York. Source: 2024 IRS Form 990-PF.
- Annual giving (2024)
- $105,025
- -27.1% vs 2023
- Grants made (2024)
- 3
- -57.1% vs 2023
- Average grant
- $35,008
- +70.2% vs 2023
- Median grant
- $50,000
- Total assets
- $4,020
- -1.8% vs 2023
- Primary geography
- New York (100% 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 Samuel S Adelsberg Foundation Inc
- Accepts unsolicited proposals
- No
- How to Apply
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The foundation makes contributions only to preselected charitable organizations and does not accept unsolicited requests for funds.
- Contact
Mailing address: 280 Northern Boulevard, Great Neck, NY 11021
Phone: (516) 504-1313
Website: https://adelsberg.com
Application details from Grantable's research on the foundation's public materials; confirm on its website before applying.
Who The Samuel S Adelsberg Foundation Inc funds
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 3 recipients in 2024
The largest 2024 recipient was Beth Hatalmud Inc ($50K). Together the top 3 received $105K.
Grant Size Distribution
76 grants across all recorded years
The most common grant size was under $50K: 67 grants of 76 (88%).
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
All reported 2024 grant dollars went to recipients in New York.
Grant Distribution by State
Share of 2024 grant dollars across all 3 itemized grants.
States
Cities
How The Samuel S Adelsberg Foundation Inc gives
- Giving fell 88% from 2021 to 2024. Method
- In 2024 it paid out well above its IRS minimum distribution (the 5% rule). 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 $98K (2022) to $841K (2021). In 2024 it made 3 grants totaling $105K.
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Beth Hatalmud Inc Brooklyn, NY | Jewish Institution Scholarship Grants | $50,000 |
| Congreagation Boyan Brooklyn, NY | Jewish Institution Scholarship Grants | $50,000 |
| NCSY New York, NY | Jewish Institution Scholarship Grants | $5,025 |
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Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
| Filing year | Total Assets | Revenue | Expenses | Grants paid | Grants | Qualifying Distributions | Distributable Amount |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $4,020 | $105,000 | $105,075 | $105,025 | 3 | $105,025 | $244 |
| 2023 | $4,095 | $129,600 | $144,000 | $144,000 | 7 | $144,000 | $202 |
| 2022 | $18,495 | $125,025 | $97,683 | $97,625 | 9 | $97,625 | $911 |
| 2021 | — | $816,750 | $841,414 | $841,380 | 46 | $841,380 | — |
| 2020 | $15,917 | $176,250 | $166,900 | $166,800 | 11 | — | $18,287 |
Under IRS private-foundation payout rules, The Samuel S Adelsberg Foundation Inc reported a distributable amount of $244 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 is provided. The 2024 grants were designated for Jewish institution scholarship grants.
Grantmaking
In 2024, the foundation reported three grants totaling $105,025. The grants ranged from $5,025 to $50,000, with a median of $50,000. Recipients were BETH HATALMUD INC ($50,000), an individual recipient ($50,000), and NCSY ($5,025); each grant’s stated purpose was Jewish institution scholarship grants.
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
The 2024 filing lists Miriam Adelsberg as president, Steven Adelsberg as secretary, and Irwin Adelsberg as treasurer.
The Samuel S Adelsberg Foundation Inc is led by Miriam Adelsberg, President on every filing since 2020; none of the 3 officers listed in 2024 report compensation.
Officers on the 2024 filing
Miriam Adelsberg
President
On filings since 2020
No compensation reported
Irwin Adelsberg
Treasurer
On filings since 2020
No compensation reported
Steven Adelsberg
Secretary
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 Samuel S Adelsberg Foundation Inc
How much does The Samuel S Adelsberg Foundation Inc give each year?
The Samuel S Adelsberg Foundation Inc gave $105K across 3 grants in 2024, according to its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. In 2023 it gave $144K across 7 grants.
What is The Samuel S Adelsberg Foundation Inc's typical grant size?
The Samuel S Adelsberg Foundation Inc's median grant in 2024 was $50,000, and its average grant was $35,008, across 3 grants on its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF.
Where does The Samuel S Adelsberg Foundation Inc give grants?
The Samuel S Adelsberg Foundation Inc gives mostly in New York: 100% of the grant dollars itemized on its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF went to recipients there. The most frequent recipient cities were Brooklyn, NY (2 grants).
Does The Samuel S Adelsberg Foundation Inc give general operating support?
Not in 2024: none of the 3 grants with a stated purpose on The Samuel S Adelsberg Foundation Inc's 2024 IRS Form 990-PF were described as general or operating support. Recurring purposes include "Jewish Institution Scholarship Grants" (3 grants).
How large is The Samuel S Adelsberg Foundation Inc?
The Samuel S Adelsberg Foundation Inc reported $4K in total assets on its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. It paid out $105K in qualifying distributions that year, against a required minimum of $244 (roughly 5% of its investment assets).
What does The Samuel S Adelsberg Foundation Inc fund?
No mission statement is provided. The 2024 grants were designated for Jewish institution scholarship grants. See mission & focus areas ↑
How do I apply for a grant from The Samuel S Adelsberg 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 The Samuel S Adelsberg Foundation Inc's EIN?
The Samuel S Adelsberg Foundation Inc's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 11-2871832. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2020–2024.
Does The Samuel S Adelsberg 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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