AI Summary
The SMK Foundation is a 501(c)3 organization that focuses on grantmaking through a relationship-based approach, providing funding exclusively by invitation and not accepting unsolicited proposals. In 2025, the foundation awarded a total of $208.5K across 27 grantees. Nonprofits interested in engaging with the foundation can explore warm-introduction pathways via Impala's Funder Prospecting.
Mission Statement
To encourage Jewish education
Cause Areas
2
Education
Religion
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Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share
MAGEN AVRAHAM OF BROOKLYN
BROOKLYN, NY
$216.1K
30%
SMK Foundation
Brooklyn, NY
$62.6K
9%
American Friends of Shifra Inc
New York, NY
$53K
7%
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Total No. of Grants
4
Median 1st year grant
$7.5K
Median 2nd year grant
$6.1K
Top 3 Grants
Matched grants only
Grantee
Grant Size
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to SMK Foundation?
No. SMK Foundation does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does SMK Foundation give?
SMK Foundation primarily gives to organizations located in New York. These states represent the largest share of the foundation’s grantmaking by dollars awarded. Additional geographic details are available to registered users.
What size are SMK Foundation’s grants?
The largest share of grants from SMK Foundation fall in the $25 thousand to $50 thousand range. The median first-year grant is about $7,500. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does SMK Foundation make each year?
In 2025, SMK Foundation awarded about 4 grants, totaling nearly $209 thousand. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did SMK Foundation fund recently?
In 2025, SMK Foundation awarded grants to about 30 grantees. Recent grantees include MAGEN AVRAHAM OF BROOKLYN, SMK Foundation, and American Friends of Shifra Inc. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to SMK Foundation?
SMK Foundation does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.