Morris & Erika Herman Foundation
This organization is a private foundation that primarily supports charitable causes, with a notable focus on Jewish community organizations. Its mission appears to center around providing financial assistance to initiatives that benefit the Jewish community. The foundation has made grants to organizations such as Machon Maase Rokeach and Mesivta Tifereth Zvi Dspinka, indicating a commitment to supporting educational and community services within this demographic. While the foundation is based in New York, its funding activities reflect a broader dedication to charitable efforts that align with its values.
Source: Zeffy Agent · Mar 2026
Ideal Applicant
A small New York–based Jewish educational or community organization seeking one-time operating or program support and able to apply by mailed letter.
Good Fit
- • Organization is located in New York state or serves a New York Jewish community.
- • Mission aligns with Jewish education, yeshiva/mesivta, or similar community religious/educational activities.
- • Able to submit a concise letter request and provide clear description of use of funds.
- • Comfortable with irregular, relationship-driven funding and modest award sizes.
Geography
All observed grants (2022) went to organizations in New York and the foundation is NY‑based, indicating a locally concentrated footprint.
Recipient Variety
The only active giving year shows two distinct recipients, both Jewish educational organizations; across the three-year observation window no broader recipient set is evident.
New Applicants
Direct evidence of recipient turnover is limited; however, a clear submission route exists (mailed letter to a named officer with a rolling deadline), which makes entry plausible even though past giving was infrequent and concentrated.
Source: Zeffy Agent · Mar 2026
