Wasserman Family Foundation Inc
Wasserman Family Foundation Inc is a private foundation based in Floral Park, New York. Its 2026 filing reports 28 grants totaling $31,750, supporting charitable organizations including Jewish community institutions, health organizations, and other nonprofits.
Wasserman Family Foundation Inc at a glance
In short: Wasserman Family Foundation Inc gave $32K across 28 grants in 2026 (avg $1K), mostly in New York. 21% of 2026 grantees were new. Source: 2026 IRS Form 990-PF.
- Annual giving (2026)
- $31,750
- +9.5% vs 2025
- Grants made (2026)
- 28
- +100.0% vs 2025
- Average grant
- $1,134
- -45.3% vs 2025
- Median grant
- $500
- Total assets
- $185,455
- -5.5% vs 2025
- New grantees (estimate)
- 21% first-time grantees (6 of 28, 2026)
- Primary geography
- New York (64% of itemized 2026 grant dollars)
- Latest 990 filing
- Form 990-PF, 2026 View filing
Data from IRS Form 990-PF, 2026; updated October 2026. New grantees are estimated by matching recipient names across years (methodology).
How to apply to Wasserman Family Foundation Inc
- Accepts unsolicited proposals
- No
- How to Apply
-
The foundation states that it makes contributions only to preselected charitable organizations and does not accept unsolicited requests for funds.
- Contact
Mailing address: 27110 Grand Central Pky Apt29L, Floral Park, NY 11005-1005
Phone: (718) 223-8256
Application details from Grantable's research on the foundation's public materials; confirm on its website before applying.
Who Wasserman Family Foundation Inc funds
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 10 recipients in 2026
The largest 2026 recipient was Sol ZIM Jewish Enrichment Fdn ($10K). Together the top 10 received $22K.
Grant Size Distribution
108 grants across all recorded years
The most common grant size was under $50K: 108 grants of 108 (100%).
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
In 2026, 64% of grant dollars went to recipients in New York and 13% to recipients in Washington, DC. Massachusetts, Virginia, and Maryland each accounted for 3% of grant dollars.
Grant Distribution by State
Share of 2026 grant dollars across all 28 itemized grants.
States
Cities
Is Wasserman Family Foundation Inc open to new grantees?
21%
first-time grantees, 2026
In 2026, 6 of 28 grantees (21%) were first-time recipients. First grants averaged $667; repeat grants $1K. How we count
Medians: $500 first-time, $750 repeat.
- 39% of 2026 grantees were also funded in 2025. Method
- Giving grew 28% from 2023 to 2026. Method
- In 2026 it paid out 125% of its IRS minimum distribution (the 5% rule). Method
Estimate from itemized grant lists in IRS Form 990-PF filings (2021–2026). 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 2021 to 2026, annual grant giving ranged from $25K (2023) to $35K (2022). In 2026 it made 28 grants totaling $32K.
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Sol ZIM Jewish Enrichment Fdn Hollis Hills, NY | Donation | $10,000 |
| Hollis Hills Bayside Jewish Center Hollis Hills, NY | Donation | $2,500 |
| Lake Success Jewish Center Great Neck, NY | Donation | $2,000 |
| American Diabetes Association Merrifield, VA | Donation | $1,000 |
| Bladder Cancer Advocacy Network Bethesda, MD | Donation | $1,000 |
| Melanoma Research Alliance Washington, DC | Donation | $1,000 |
| Melanoma Research Foundation Washington, DC | Donation | $1,000 |
| Pancreatic Cancer Action Network Manhattan Beach, CA | Donation | $1,000 |
| Museum of Jewish Heritage New York, NY | Donation | $1,000 |
| ACLU New York, NY | Donation | $1,000 |
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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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | $185,455 | $35,589 | $46,285 | $31,750 | 28 | $31,750 | $27,736 | $25,445 |
| 2025 | $196,151 | $13,645 | $43,542 | $29,000 | 14 | $29,000 | $5,922 | $25,220 |
| 2024 | $226,048 | $22,614 | $41,003 | $27,500 | 24 | $27,500 | $15,722 | $22,032 |
| 2023 | $244,437 | $7,129 | $39,982 | $24,750 | 20 | $24,750 | $821 | $22,268 |
| 2022 | $277,290 | $17,649 | $51,756 | $34,624 | 22 | $34,624 | $9,644 | $24,485 |
| 2021 | $312,393 | $20,006 | $39,793 | $25,000 | 23 | — | $13,363 | $23,376 |
Under IRS private-foundation payout rules, Wasserman Family Foundation Inc reported a distributable amount of $25K for 2026 — 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 foundation is provided. Its 2026 grants include support for Jewish organizations and organizations working in health, education, and other areas. For example, the Bladder Cancer Advocacy Network describes its mission as increasing public awareness, advancing research, and providing educational and support services for the bladder cancer community. The Museum of Jewish Heritage describes itself as a living memorial to the Holocaust. The American Diabetes Association says its mission is to prevent and cure diabetes and improve the lives of people affected by it.
Grantmaking
In 2026, the foundation reported 28 grants totaling $31,750. Grants ranged from $250 to $10,000, with a median grant of $500. The largest grants included $10,000 to Sol Zim Jewish Enrichment Foundation, $2,500 to Hollis Hills Bayside Jewish Center, and $2,000 to Lake Success Jewish Center. Other reported grants included $1,000 each to the American Diabetes Association, Bladder Cancer Advocacy Network, Melanoma Research Alliance, Melanoma Research Foundation, Pancreatic Cancer Action Network, Museum of Jewish Heritage, ACLU, Wounded Warrior Project, and The Arthritis Foundation.
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
The 2026 filing lists Jacob Wasserman as president and Lisa Brook as treasurer.
Wasserman Family Foundation Inc is led by Jacob Wasserman, President on every filing since 2021; none of the 2 officers listed in 2026 report compensation.
Officers on the 2026 filing
Jacob Wasserman
President
On filings since 2021
No compensation reported
Lisa Brook
Treasurer
On filings since 2023
No compensation reported
Former officers (1)
- Former: David Dembitzer (2021–2022) — Treasurer
Data from IRS Form 990 filings, 2021–2026. "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 Wasserman Family Foundation Inc
How much does Wasserman Family Foundation Inc give each year?
Wasserman Family Foundation Inc gave $32K across 28 grants in 2026, according to its 2026 IRS Form 990-PF. In 2025 it gave $29K across 14 grants.
What is Wasserman Family Foundation Inc's typical grant size?
Wasserman Family Foundation Inc's median grant in 2026 was $500, and its average grant was $1,134, across 28 grants on its 2026 IRS Form 990-PF. Organizations receiving their first grant from Wasserman Family Foundation Inc that year got $667 on average.
Where does Wasserman Family Foundation Inc give grants?
Wasserman Family Foundation Inc gives mostly in New York: 64% of the grant dollars itemized on its 2026 IRS Form 990-PF went to recipients there. The next largest state was District of Columbia (13%). The most frequent recipient cities were New York, NY (8 grants), Washington, DC (5 grants) and Hollis Hills, NY (2 grants).
Does Wasserman Family Foundation Inc give general operating support?
Not in 2026: none of the 28 grants with a stated purpose on Wasserman Family Foundation Inc's 2026 IRS Form 990-PF were described as general or operating support. Recurring purposes include "Donation" (28 grants).
Who are Wasserman Family Foundation Inc's largest grantees?
Wasserman Family Foundation Inc's largest 2026 grantees include Sol ZIM Jewish Enrichment Fdn ($10,000), Hollis Hills Bayside Jewish Center ($2,500) and Lake Success Jewish Center ($2,000), according to its 2026 IRS Form 990-PF. Together they received 46% of its itemized 2026 grant dollars.
How large is Wasserman Family Foundation Inc?
Wasserman Family Foundation Inc reported $185K in total assets on its 2026 IRS Form 990-PF. It paid out $32K in qualifying distributions that year, against a required minimum of $25K (roughly 5% of its investment assets).
What does Wasserman Family Foundation Inc fund?
No mission statement for the foundation is provided. Its 2026 grants include support for Jewish organizations and organizations working in health, education, and other areas. See mission & focus areas ↑
How do I apply for a grant from Wasserman Family Foundation Inc?
The foundation states that it 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 Wasserman Family Foundation Inc's EIN?
Wasserman Family Foundation Inc's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 01-0621340. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2021–2026.
Does Wasserman Family 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.
Data update history
(2)
When this profile's IRS filing data changed on Grantable
- Added Form 990-PF for fiscal year 2026 (received by the IRS June 15, 2026)
- IRS filings on file for fiscal years 2021–2025
Live grants for the work Wasserman Family Foundation Inc funds
Philanthropy, Voluntarism & Grantmaking Open opportunities, soonest deadline first.
- Nixa Affiliate Grantmaking Program Up to US $10,000 · Due October 19, 2026
- Community and School Grants $28,000 total pool; 10-15 grants expected · Due October 19, 2026
- Mary Pinola/Crescenta Valley Chamber Education Fund $500 - $5,000 for ongoing programs; up to $15,000 for Strategic Initiative Grants · Due October 19, 2026
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