Yaffa Foundation Inc is a private grantmaking foundation based in Southampton, New York. Established in 2017 and designated as tax-exempt in July 2018, the foundation operates as a 501(c)(3) organization focused on philanthropic giving across multiple states and subject areas.
Financial Overview
From 2024 IRS Form 990-PF · View filing
Total Assets
$583K
-48.3% YoY
Annual Giving
$1.7M
+18.4% YoY
Grant Count
40
-14.9% YoY
Avg Grant Size
$43K
+39.1% YoY
Grantmaking
The foundation is an active grantmaker with a broad approach to philanthropy. Recent grantmaking activity shows:
Grant Range
** $1,000–$400,000
Average Grant
** Approximately $136,000 based on recent activity
Ready to take the next step with Yaffa Foundation Inc?
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
The foundation supports organizations across multiple states, with documented giving in:
- New York
- Pennsylvania
- North Carolina
- Utah
- Washington
Grant Distribution by State
Cities
Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
As of Fiscal Year Ending November 2024:
- Total Assets: $583,158
- Total Revenue: $1.18 million
- Total Expenses: $1.73 million
- Total Liabilities: $0
As of Fiscal Year Ending November 2023:
- Total Assets: $1,128,412
- Total Revenue: $6,777
- Total Expenses: $1,468,356
The foundation's financial position shows significant annual grantmaking activity relative to its asset base, with expenses exceeding revenues in recent years.
| Metric | 2024 | 2023 | 2022 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Assets | $583,158 | $1,128,412 | $2,589,991 |
| Revenue | $1,183,136 | $6,777 | $381,840 |
| Expenses | $1,728,390 | $1,468,356 | $1,073,211 |
| Qualifying Distributions | $1,712,080 | $1,446,619 | $1,043,560 |
| Net Investment Income | $315,229 | $11,162 | $355,189 |
| Distributable Amount | $64,989 | $106,674 | $171,390 |
Giving Over Time
Total grant dollars and number of grants per year
Grant Insights
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 10 recipients in 2024
Grant Size Distribution
165 grants across all recorded years
Giving History
Grant recipients and amounts by year
No grants recorded for .
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
- Kathleen King – President (serves without compensation)
- Justin Friedman – Treasurer (serves without compensation)
The foundation operates with no paid employees.
Compensation Overview
From 2024 IRS filing
From 2024 filing
| Name | Title | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| KATHLEEN KING | PRESIDENT | 1 | — |
| JUSTIN FRIEDMAN | TREASURER | 1 | — |
Subject Areas
Focus areas based on grantmaking activity
Related Funders
Similar funders by location and focus area
Launa Beuhler Foundation for
BROOKLYN, NY
Assets
$2K
Grants
4
Total Given
$20K
Uw E J Madden Mem Open Hearts Club 10-214880
NEW YORK, NY
Assets
$1.3M
Grants
1
Total Given
$307K
Hindy's Foundation
BROOKLYN, NY
Assets
$142K
Grants
8
Total Given
$225K
Jeanne & Thomas Hardy Family Foundation
NEW YORK, NY
Assets
$3K
Grants
3
Total Given
$3K
Ramsleg Foundation
BRIGHTWATERS, NY
Assets
$543
Grants
1
Total Given
$500
Druckenmiller Foundation
NEW YORK, NY
Assets
$1.8B
Grants
58
Total Given
$135.7M
Data last updated April 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990-PF filings. Research dossier generated April 2026.
What could you do with Yaffa Foundation Inc on Grantable?
- Assess strategic fit with your organization
- Draft a tailored letter of inquiry
- Find open RFPs from this funder
- Monitor for new funding opportunities