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THE DERFNER FOUNDATION

THE DERFNER FOUNDATION

New York, NY, US
501(c)3
EIN
13-3661341
Private Foundation
Family Foundation
Regional Funder
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THE DERFNER FOUNDATION

New York, NY, US
501(c)3
EIN
13-3661341
Private Foundation
Family Foundation
Regional Funder

Overview

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Fiscal Year Start

Jan 1

Organization Type

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The Derfner Foundation is a 501(c)3 grantmaking organization that focuses on funding initiatives primarily in New York, California, and New Jersey. The foundation does not accept unsolicited proposals and operates on a relationship-based, invitation-only engagement model. Nonprofits interested in potential funding opportunities can explore warm-introduction pathways through Impala's Funder Prospecting.

Total Funding Given

$7.1M

2024
Grantees funded
105
Multi-year grantees
74%
Funding by Year
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Total No. of Grants

60

Median 1st year grant
$25K
Median 2nd year grant
$25K
Top 3 Grants
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Grantee
Grant Size
J
Jay Lieberman
Board Member
A
Andrea Lieberman
Board Member
P
Peter Derfner
Board Member

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to THE DERFNER FOUNDATION?
No. THE DERFNER FOUNDATION does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does THE DERFNER FOUNDATION give?
THE DERFNER FOUNDATION primarily gives to organizations located in New York, California, and New Jersey. 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 THE DERFNER FOUNDATION’s grants?
The largest share of grants from THE DERFNER FOUNDATION fall in the $5,000 to $25 thousand range. The median first-year grant is about $25 thousand. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does THE DERFNER FOUNDATION make each year?
In 2024, THE DERFNER FOUNDATION awarded about 60 grants, totaling nearly $7.1 million. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did THE DERFNER FOUNDATION fund recently?
In 2024, THE DERFNER FOUNDATION awarded grants to about 110 grantees. Recent grantees include The Hebrew Home for Aged at Riverdale, The Hospital for Special Surgery Fund Inc, and SHAREWELL. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to THE DERFNER FOUNDATION?
THE DERFNER FOUNDATION does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
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