Torenheim Foundation
Torenheim Foundation is a private foundation based in Brooklyn, New York. Its most recent filing on record is for 2020, and nothing has been filed since; it appears to have wound down or stopped grantmaking.
Torenheim Foundation at a glance
In short: Torenheim Foundation gave $10K across 36 grants in 2020 (avg $275.056), mostly in New York. Source: 2020 IRS Form 990 filing.
- Annual giving (2020)
- $9,902
- Grants made (2020)
- 36
- Average grant
- $275
- Median grant
- $100
- Total assets
- $132,000
- Primary geography
- New York (98% of itemized 2020 grant dollars)
- Latest 990 filing
- Form 990 filing, 2020 View filing
Data from IRS Form 990 filing, 2020; updated October 2026.
How to apply to Torenheim Foundation
- Accepts unsolicited proposals
- No
- How to Apply
-
The foundation states that it contributes only to preselected charitable organizations and does not accept unsolicited requests for funds.
- Contact
Mailing address: 320 Roebling St Pmb 822, Brooklyn, NY 11211
Phone: (718) 637-7490
Application details from Grantable's research on the foundation's public materials; confirm on its website before applying.
Who Torenheim Foundation funds
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 10 recipients in 2020
The largest 2020 recipient was Keren Eluzar Inc ($3K across 2 grants). Together the top 10 received $8K.
Grant Size Distribution
36 grants across all recorded years
The most common grant size was under $50K: 36 grants of 36 (100%).
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
In 2020, 98% of grant dollars went to recipients in New York and 2% to recipients in Ohio.
Grant Distribution by State
Share of 2020 grant dollars across all 36 itemized grants.
Cities
Giving History
Giving Over Time
Total grant dollars and number of grants per year
In 2020 it made 36 grants totaling $10K.
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Keren Eluzar Inc Brooklyn, NY | General Support | $1,801 |
| Bnos Chayil Brooklyn, NY | General Support | $1,500 |
| Keren Eluzar Inc Brooklyn, NY | General Support | $1,200 |
| Cong Ohel Moshe Brooklyn, NY | General Support | $624 |
| Cong -9360 Brooklyn, NY | General Support | $515 |
| Cong Ohel Torah Brooklyn, NY | General Support | $500 |
| Cong Ohel Torah Brooklyn, NY | General Support | $500 |
| Cong Yetev Lev Brooklyn, NY | General Support | $384 |
| Bikur Cholim of Cleveland Cleveland Heights, OH | General Support | $200 |
| Cong Oise Chail New York, NY | General Support | $200 |
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Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
| Filing year | Total Assets | Expenses | Grants paid | Grants |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 | $132,000 | $10,202 | $9,902 | 36 |
Research compiled by Grantable AI from public sources. Last updated October 2026.
Mission & Focus Areas
No mission statement for the foundation is provided. Its 2020 grants went to charitable organizations, including organizations whose own descriptions point to community support and emergency response. Bikur Cholim of Cleveland describes its mission as promoting health and well-being through physical and emotional support, education, and advocacy. Hatzolah of Williamsburg describes its mission as aiding and assisting as first responders in pre-hospital emergencies.
Grantmaking
In 2020, the foundation made 36 grants totaling $9,902. Grant amounts ranged from $20 to $1,801, with a median of $100. The largest listed awards included $1,801 to Keren Eluzar Inc and $1,500 to Bnos Chayil, both in Brooklyn, for general support. Other listed grants included $1,200 to Keren Eluzar Inc, $624 to Cong Ohel Moshe, and $500 each to Cong Ohel Torah. Bikur Cholim of Cleveland received $200, and Hatzolah of Williamsburg received $100.
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
Mendel Indig was listed as trustee on the 2020 filing.
Torenheim Foundation is led by Mendel Indig, Trustee on the 2020 filing — the only officer listed, and uncompensated.
Officers on the 2020 filing
Mendel Indig
Trustee
New on the 2020 filing
No compensation reported
Data from IRS Form 990 filings, 2020. "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 Torenheim Foundation
How much does Torenheim Foundation give each year?
Torenheim Foundation gave $10K across 36 grants in 2020, according to its 2020 IRS Form 990 filing.
What is Torenheim Foundation's typical grant size?
Torenheim Foundation's median grant in 2020 was $100, and its average grant was $275, across 36 grants on its 2020 IRS Form 990 filing.
Where does Torenheim Foundation give grants?
Torenheim Foundation gives mostly in New York: 98% of the grant dollars itemized on its 2020 IRS Form 990 filing went to recipients there. The most frequent recipient cities were Brooklyn, NY (31 grants).
Does Torenheim Foundation give general operating support?
Yes: 100% of Torenheim Foundation's 2020 grants with a stated purpose (36 of 36) were for general or operating support, per its 2020 IRS Form 990 filing.
Who are Torenheim Foundation's largest grantees?
Torenheim Foundation's largest 2020 grantees include Keren Eluzar Inc ($3,001 across 2 grants), Bnos Chayil ($1,500) and Cong Ohel Torah ($1,000 across 2 grants), according to its 2020 IRS Form 990 filing. Together they received 56% of its itemized 2020 grant dollars.
How large is Torenheim Foundation?
Torenheim Foundation reported $132K in total assets on its 2020 IRS Form 990 filing.
What does Torenheim Foundation fund?
No mission statement for the foundation is provided. Its 2020 grants went to charitable organizations, including organizations whose own descriptions point to community support and emergency response. See mission & focus areas ↑
How do I apply for a grant from Torenheim Foundation?
The foundation states that it contributes 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 Torenheim Foundation's EIN?
Torenheim Foundation's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 81-0905513. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2020.
Does Torenheim Foundation 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 filings. Research dossier generated October 2026.
Data update history
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When this profile's IRS filing data changed on Grantable
- IRS filings on file for fiscal year 2020
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