The Irving And Geraldine Schaffer
The organization is a private foundation dedicated to supporting a variety of causes, with a strong emphasis on Jewish community initiatives, civil rights, and social justice. It provides funding primarily for general support to nonprofit organizations, including educational institutions, health charities, and legal aid societies. The foundation demonstrates a commitment to enhancing community services and addressing social issues through its grantmaking activities.
Source: Zeffy Agent · Mar 2026
Ideal Applicant
Small-to-mid-sized charities seeking general operating support, especially New York-based organizations or national nonprofits in civil rights, Jewish community work, education, or related human services.
Good Fit
- • Requesting general operating or unrestricted support in the $3k–$50k range.
- • Established nonprofit with clear program alignment in civil rights, Jewish community services, education, or community human services.
- • Willingness to apply via an offline/letter route and to make initial contact by phone.
- • Either based in New York or a recognizable national organization with an existing profile.
Geography
Observed giving in 2024 reached recipients in 24 states and included national organizations, though just over half of dollars went to New York. The footprint is multi-state and effectively national with a clear New York concentration.
Recipient Variety
The latest year shows 74 distinct recipients with a mix of returning and new grantees (40 repeat, 34 new in 2024), indicating a broad and diverse recipient set rather than a tiny closed circle.
New Applicants
Direct evidence of access includes formal application/contact details and a mailed submission route, and nearly half of 2024 recipients were new, which together suggest unfamiliar applicants can realistically enter the portfolio.
Source: Zeffy Agent · Mar 2026
