The Brooklyn Nets | Foundation Profile
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EIN: 20-5370246
Foundation Overview
Based in Brooklyn, NY, The Brooklyn Nets has awarded 150 grants totaling $5,366,043 to organizations in New York, Missouri and 9 other states across the US. Individual grants range from $400 to $200,000, with a median award of $14,375.
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New Applicant Friendliness
8 of 22 recipients (36%) were new grantees. Foundation maintains loyal partnerships while remaining open to qualified new applicants with strong proposals.
Geographic Focus
82% of all grants are concentrated in New York, demonstrating highly focused geographic giving. This foundation prioritizes deep community impact in its primary service area. Within New York, funding concentrates in Brooklyn (71%), New York (23%), Freeport (2%).
Funding Trajectory
Strong 1287% growth in annual giving over 6 years indicates expanding philanthropic capacity and increasing opportunities for grant seekers. This upward trajectory suggests growing foundation resources and commitment.
Program Areas
Diversified giving across multiple program areas with primary emphasis on general purposes (59%). This broad approach suggests openness to various causes and innovative cross-sector solutions.
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Grants & Funding
Analyzing past grantees provides valuable insights into The Brooklyn Nets's funding preferences, organizational priorities, and grant making patterns. This historical data helps potential applicants understand the foundation's strategic focus and identify successful funding approaches.
| Name | Amount | Location | Purpose | Year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chabad Of Prospect Heights | $3,600 | Brooklyn, NY, US | Donation To The Temple | 2023 |
| Smithsonian Institution | $200,000 | Washington, DC, US | Donation To Suppor The Nmaahc Mission | 2023 |
| Chabad Of Park Slope | $3,600 | Brooklyn, NY, US | Donation To Their Largest Menorah Project 2023 | 2023 |
| Hudson Link For Higher Education In Prison Inc | $100,000 | Rye, NY, US | Donation To Support Their Programming | 2023 |
| The Roots Fund Incorporated | $100,000 | Stamford, CT, US | Donation To Support Their Annual Dinner | 2023 |
| The Cellus Foundation | $50,000 | Scotch Plains, NJ, US | Donation To Their Ball Sstars Youth Program | 2023 |
| Levy- Thanksgiving Dinners | $97,367 | Brooklyn, NY, US | Donation To Fund Thanksgiving Meals For The Less Fortunate | 2023 |
| Coalition For The Homeless Nyc | $11,866 | New York, NY, US | Final Donation For Essential Together | 2023 |
| The Campaign Against Hunger | $11,865 | Brooklyn, NY, US | Final Donation For Essential Together | 2023 |
| New York Cares | $11,865 | New York, NY, US | Final Donation For Essential Together | 2023 |
| United Way Nyc | $11,865 | New York, NY, US | Final Donation For Essential Together | 2023 |
| Chabad Of Prospect Heights | $3,600 | Brooklyn, NY, US | Donation To The Temple | 2023 |
| Smithsonian Institution | $200,000 | Washington, DC, US | Donation To Suppor The Nmaahc Mission | 2023 |
| Chabad Of Park Slope | $3,600 | Brooklyn, NY, US | Donation To Their Largest Menorah Project 2023 | 2023 |
| Hudson Link For Higher Education In Prison Inc | $100,000 | Rye, NY, US | Donation To Support Their Programming | 2023 |
| The Roots Fund Incorporated | $100,000 | Stamford, CT, US | Donation To Support Their Annual Dinner | 2023 |
| The Cellus Foundation | $50,000 | Scotch Plains, NJ, US | Donation To Their Ball Sstars Youth Program | 2023 |
| Levy- Thanksgiving Dinners | $97,367 | Brooklyn, NY, US | Donation To Fund Thanksgiving Meals For The Less Fortunate | 2023 |
| Coalition For The Homeless Nyc | $11,866 | New York, NY, US | Final Donation For Essential Together | 2023 |
| The Campaign Against Hunger | $11,865 | Brooklyn, NY, US | Final Donation For Essential Together | 2023 |
| New York Cares | $11,865 | New York, NY, US | Final Donation For Essential Together | 2023 |
| United Way Nyc | $11,865 | New York, NY, US | Final Donation For Essential Together | 2023 |
| Chabad Of Park Slope | $3,600 | Brooklyn, NY, US | Donation To Their Largest Menorah Project 2022 | 2022 |
| Chabad Of Windsor Terrace | $18,000 | Brooklyn, NY, US | Donation To The Temple | 2022 |
| Madison Square Park Conservatory | $15,000 | New York, NY, US | Donation To Support Taste Of Asia | 2022 |
| Maimonidies Medical Center | $25,000 | Brooklyn, NY, US | Donation To Support Their Pink Runway Event | 2022 |
| Oakland Parks & Recreation Foundation | $10,000 | Oakland, CA, US | Donation In Honor Of Bill Russell | 2022 |
| Smithsonian Institution | $200,000 | Washington, DC, US | Donation To Suppor The Nmaahc Mission | 2022 |
| The Book Faiiries | $5,000 | Freeport, NY, US | General Donation To Their Mission | 2022 |
| The National Mentoring Partnership | $10,000 | Boston, MA, US | Donation In Honor Of Bill Russell | 2022 |
| Alliance College-ready Public Schools Foundation | $10,000 | Los Angeles, CA, US | Donation To Support Their Leaders Of Change Fundraiser | 2022 |
| Backline Care Inc | $4,500 | Portland, OR, US | Donation To Their World Mental Health Day Benefit | 2022 |
| Food Education Fund | $10,000 | New York, NY, US | Donation For Their Programming | 2022 |
| University Of Pennsylvania | $15,000 | Philadelphia, PA, US | Donation To Support The Basser Jean Bash | 2022 |
| Brooklyn Bridge Park Conservancy | $5,000 | Brooklyn, NY, US | Donation To Support The Brooklyn Bridge Park Gala | 2022 |
| A Little Piece Of Light | $25,000 | Brooklyn, NY, US | Donation For Their Programming | 2022 |
| Museum Of Jewish Heritage A Living Memorial To The Holocaust | $18,000 | New York, NY, US | Contribution To Support The Museum's Educational Work To Eradicate Hate And Intolerance | 2022 |
| Hebrew Education Society Of Brooklyn | $36,000 | Brooklyn, NY, US | Donation For Their Programming | 2022 |
| Simon Wiesenthal Center | $72,000 | Los Angeles, CA, US | "Donation To Eradicate Hate And Intolerance In Surrounding New York City Area" | 2022 |
| Brooklyn Heights Synagogue | $18,000 | Brooklyn, NY, US | Donation To The Temple | 2022 |
| Park Slope Jewish Center | $18,000 | Brooklyn, NY, US | Donation To The Temple | 2022 |
| Chabad Of Prospect Heights | $18,000 | Brooklyn, NY, US | Donation To The Temple | 2022 |
| Jewish Community Relations Council | $18,000 | New York, NY, US | General Operating Support | 2022 |
| Congregation B'nei Jacob | $18,000 | Brooklyn, NY, US | Donation To The Temple | 2022 |
| Institute For Jewish & Community Research | $18,000 | Astoria, NY, US | General Operating Support | 2022 |
| Players Philanthropy Fund Dba Welcome To Chinatown | $5,000 | Towson, MD, US | Donation In Honor Of Aapi Heritage Night | 2022 |
| Chabad Of Park Slope | $3,600 | Brooklyn, NY, US | Donation To Their Largest Menorah Project 2023 | 2022 |
| Tragedy Assistance Program For Surviors (Taps) | $10,000 | Arlington, VA, US | Donation In Honor Of Hoops For Troops Night | 2022 |
| Brooklyn United Music & Arts Development Center Inc | $10,000 | Brooklyn, NY, US | Donation In Honor Of Black History Month | 2022 |
| Aspira Of New York | $10,000 | New York, NY, US | Donation In Honor Of Noche Latina Night | 2022 |
| Boro Park Jewish Community Council | $18,000 | Brooklyn, NY, US | General Operating Support | 2022 |
| Anti-defamation League | $100,000 | New York, NY, US | General Operating Support | 2022 |
| Chabad Of Clinton Hill | $18,000 | Brooklyn, NY, US | Donation To The Temple | 2022 |
| Good Shepherd Services | $10,000 | New York, NY, US | Donation In Honor Of Mlk Day | 2022 |
| The Roots Fund Incorporated | $50,000 | Berlin, CT, US | Donation To Their Ball Stars Youth Program | 2022 |
| The Fund For Public Schools Inc | $150,000 | New York, NY, US | Donation For Funding After School Programs | 2022 |
| Levy- Thanksigvining Dinners | $90,655 | Brooklyn, NY, US | Donation To Fund Thanksgiving Meals For The Less Fortunate | 2022 |
| Chabad Of Park Slope | $3,600 | Brooklyn, NY, US | Donation To Their Largest Menorah Project 2022 | 2022 |
| Chabad Of Windsor Terrace | $18,000 | Brooklyn, NY, US | Donation To The Temple | 2022 |
| Madison Square Park Conservatory | $15,000 | New York, NY, US | Donation To Support Taste Of Asia | 2022 |
| Maimonidies Medical Center | $25,000 | Brooklyn, NY, US | Donation To Support Their Pink Runway Event | 2022 |
| Oakland Parks & Recreation Foundation | $10,000 | Oakland, CA, US | Donation In Honor Of Bill Russell | 2022 |
| Smithsonian Institution | $200,000 | Washington, DC, US | Donation To Suppor The Nmaahc Mission | 2022 |
| The Book Faiiries | $5,000 | Freeport, NY, US | General Donation To Their Mission | 2022 |
| The National Mentoring Partnership | $10,000 | Boston, MA, US | Donation In Honor Of Bill Russell | 2022 |
| Alliance College-ready Public Schools Foundation | $10,000 | Los Angeles, CA, US | Donation To Support Their Leaders Of Change Fundraiser | 2022 |
| Backline Care Inc | $4,500 | Portland, OR, US | Donation To Their World Mental Health Day Benefit | 2022 |
| Food Education Fund | $10,000 | New York, NY, US | Donation For Their Programming | 2022 |
| University Of Pennsylvania | $15,000 | Philadelphia, PA, US | Donation To Support The Basser Jean Bash | 2022 |
| Brooklyn Bridge Park Conservancy | $5,000 | Brooklyn, NY, US | Donation To Support The Brooklyn Bridge Park Gala | 2022 |
| A Little Piece Of Light | $25,000 | Brooklyn, NY, US | Donation For Their Programming | 2022 |
| Museum Of Jewish Heritage A Living Memorial To The Holocaust | $18,000 | New York, NY, US | Contribution To Support The Museum's Educational Work To Eradicate Hate And Intolerance | 2022 |
| Hebrew Education Society Of Brooklyn | $36,000 | Brooklyn, NY, US | Donation For Their Programming | 2022 |
| Simon Wiesenthal Center | $72,000 | Los Angeles, CA, US | "Donation To Eradicate Hate And Intolerance In Surrounding New York City Area" | 2022 |
| Brooklyn Heights Synagogue | $18,000 | Brooklyn, NY, US | Donation To The Temple | 2022 |
| Park Slope Jewish Center | $18,000 | Brooklyn, NY, US | Donation To The Temple | 2022 |
| Chabad Of Prospect Heights | $18,000 | Brooklyn, NY, US | Donation To The Temple | 2022 |
| Jewish Community Relations Council | $18,000 | New York, NY, US | General Operating Support | 2022 |
| Congregation B'nei Jacob | $18,000 | Brooklyn, NY, US | Donation To The Temple | 2022 |
| Institute For Jewish & Community Research | $18,000 | Astoria, NY, US | General Operating Support | 2022 |
| Players Philanthropy Fund Dba Welcome To Chinatown | $5,000 | Towson, MD, US | Donation In Honor Of Aapi Heritage Night | 2022 |
| Chabad Of Park Slope | $3,600 | Brooklyn, NY, US | Donation To Their Largest Menorah Project 2023 | 2022 |
| Tragedy Assistance Program For Surviors (Taps) | $10,000 | Arlington, VA, US | Donation In Honor Of Hoops For Troops Night | 2022 |
| Brooklyn United Music & Arts Development Center Inc | $10,000 | Brooklyn, NY, US | Donation In Honor Of Black History Month | 2022 |
| Aspira Of New York | $10,000 | New York, NY, US | Donation In Honor Of Noche Latina Night | 2022 |
| Boro Park Jewish Community Council | $18,000 | Brooklyn, NY, US | General Operating Support | 2022 |
| Anti-defamation League | $100,000 | New York, NY, US | General Operating Support | 2022 |
| Chabad Of Clinton Hill | $18,000 | Brooklyn, NY, US | Donation To The Temple | 2022 |
| Good Shepherd Services | $10,000 | New York, NY, US | Donation In Honor Of Mlk Day | 2022 |
| The Roots Fund Incorporated | $50,000 | Berlin, CT, US | Donation To Their Ball Stars Youth Program | 2022 |
| The Fund For Public Schools Inc | $150,000 | New York, NY, US | Donation For Funding After School Programs | 2022 |
| Levy- Thanksigvining Dinners | $90,655 | Brooklyn, NY, US | Donation To Fund Thanksgiving Meals For The Less Fortunate | 2022 |
| Maimonides Medical Center | $25,000 | Brooklyn, NY, US | Donation To Support Their 110th Annviersary Virtual Gala. | 2021 |
| Community Foundation For Northeast Georgia | $5,000 | Brooklyn, NY, US | Donation In Honor Of Ernie Johnson's Son | 2021 |
| Smithsonian Institution | $200,000 | Brooklyn, NY, US | Donation To Suppor The Nmaahc Mission | 2021 |
| Chris Carrino Foundation | $25,000 | Brooklyn, NY, US | Donation For Their "giving Tuesday" Campaign | 2021 |
| Mayors Fund To Advance Nyc | $15,000 | Brooklyn, NY, US | Donation For Victims Of The Bronx Fire | 2021 |
| Navy Seal Foundation | $5,000 | Brooklyn, NY, US | Donation To Their Annual Gala | 2021 |
| Coalition Of The Homeless Nyc | $13,750 | Brooklyn, NY, US | Donation To Their Annual Gala | 2021 |
| The Campaign Against Hunger | $13,750 | Brooklyn, NY, US | Final Donation For Essential Together | 2021 |
| New York Cares | $13,750 | Brooklyn, NY, US | Final Donation For Essential Together | 2021 |
| United Way Nyc | $13,750 | Brooklyn, NY, US | Final Donation For Essential Together | 2021 |
| Nyc & Company Foundation | $15,000 | Brooklyn, NY, US | Donation For The Invictus Games | 2021 |
| Global Ballers Foundation | $8,400 | Brooklyn, NY, US | Donation For Their Programming | 2021 |
| Cellus Foundation | $50,000 | Brooklyn, NY, US | Donation To Their Ball Stars Youth Program | 2021 |
| Seeds Of Peace | $10,000 | Brooklyn, NY, US | Donation To Their Spring Benefit Dinner | 2021 |
| A Little Piece Of Light | $5,000 | Brooklyn, NY, US | Donation To Their Mother's Day Event | 2021 |
| Hudson Link | $25,000 | Brooklyn, NY, US | Donation For Their Programming | 2021 |
| Academy Of Medical & Public Health Services | $50,000 | Brooklyn, NY, US | Donation To The Victims Of The Subway Shooting | 2021 |
| Trust For Public Land | $75,000 | Brooklyn, NY, US | Nyc Community Schoolyard | 2021 |
| Maimonides Medical Center | $25,000 | Brooklyn, NY, US | Donation To Support Their 110th Annviersary Virtual Gala. | 2021 |
| Community Foundation For Northeast Georgia | $5,000 | Brooklyn, NY, US | Donation In Honor Of Ernie Johnson's Son | 2021 |
| Smithsonian Institution | $200,000 | Brooklyn, NY, US | Donation To Suppor The Nmaahc Mission | 2021 |
| Chris Carrino Foundation | $25,000 | Brooklyn, NY, US | Donation For Their "Giving Tuesday" Campaign | 2021 |
| Mayors Fund To Advance Nyc | $15,000 | Brooklyn, NY, US | Donation For Victims Of The Bronx Fire | 2021 |
| Navy Seal Foundation | $5,000 | Brooklyn, NY, US | Donation To Their Annual Gala | 2021 |
| Coalition Of The Homeless Nyc | $13,750 | Brooklyn, NY, US | Donation To Their Annual Gala | 2021 |
| The Campaign Against Hunger | $13,750 | Brooklyn, NY, US | Final Donation For Essential Together | 2021 |
| New York Cares | $13,750 | Brooklyn, NY, US | Final Donation For Essential Together | 2021 |
| United Way Nyc | $13,750 | Brooklyn, NY, US | Final Donation For Essential Together | 2021 |
| Nyc & Company Foundation | $15,000 | Brooklyn, NY, US | Donation For The Invictus Games | 2021 |
| Global Ballers Foundation | $8,400 | Brooklyn, NY, US | Donation For Their Programming | 2021 |
| Cellus Foundation | $50,000 | Brooklyn, NY, US | Donation To Their Ball Stars Youth Program | 2021 |
| Seeds Of Peace | $10,000 | Brooklyn, NY, US | Donation To Their Spring Benefit Dinner | 2021 |
| A Little Piece Of Light | $5,000 | Brooklyn, NY, US | Donation To Their Mother's Day Event | 2021 |
| Hudson Link | $25,000 | Brooklyn, NY, US | Donation For Their Programming | 2021 |
| Academy Of Medical & Public Health Services | $50,000 | Brooklyn, NY, US | Donation To The Victims Of The Subway Shooting | 2021 |
| Trust For Public Land | $75,000 | Brooklyn, NY, US | Nyc Community Schoolyard | 2021 |
| New York Cares Inc | $200,000 | Brooklyn, NY, US | Essential Together Campaign | 2020 |
| Campaign Against Hunger Inc | $200,000 | Brooklyn, NY, US | Essential Together Campaign | 2020 |
| Coalition For The Homeless Inc | $200,000 | Brooklyn, NY, US | Essential Together Campaign | 2020 |
| United Way Of New York City | $200,000 | Brooklyn, NY, US | Essential Together Campaign | 2020 |
| St Johns Law School | $20,000 | Brooklyn, NY, US | Support For Program For High School Students To Learn Sports Law. | 2020 |
| Misc Other Donations | $8,000 | Brooklyn, NY, US | Support For Food Bank And Brooklyn United | 2020 |
| The Chris Long Foundation | $8,152 | Clayton, MO, US | Donation For Their Hoops20 Event | 2019 |
| Stonewall Inn Gives Back Initiative Incorporated | $5,000 | New York, NY, US | Donation For Education Programs | 2019 |
| Pearl 31 Inc Foundation | $5,000 | Brooklyn, NY, US | Donation For Recreational And Supplementary Educational Programs | 2019 |
| One Brooklyn Fund | $2,500 | Brooklyn, NY, US | Donation For Gala | 2019 |
| Chabad Of Park Slope | $1,800 | Brooklyn, NY, US | Donation For The Largest Menorah Project | 2019 |
| Flatbush Youth Association | $625 | Brooklyn, NY, US | Donation To Their Youth Basketball Program. | 2019 |
| Read Ahead | $5,000 | New York, NY, US | Donation To Support Read Ahead School Year | 2017 |
| North Star Charities | $5,000 | New York, NY, US | Donation For The Wingate Concert Series | 2017 |
| Javier Amador | $2,000 | New York, NY, US | Donation For Scholarship | 2017 |
| Delhi State University | $2,000 | Delhi, NY, US | Donation For Scholarship | 2017 |
| Timothy Parker | $2,000 | Geneva, NY, US | Donation For Scholarship | 2017 |
| Bec Foundation | $400 | Brooklyn, NY, US | General Operating Support | 2017 |
| Prospect Parker Alliance | $10,000 | Brooklyn, NY, US | General Operating Support | 2017 |
| Athlete Ally | $5,000 | New York, NY, US | General Operating Support | 2017 |
| Susan G Komen Foundation | $10,000 | New York, NY, US | General Operating Support | 2017 |
| Beyond The Game | $2,000 | Brooklyn, NY, US | Donation Made To Support Their Intership Program | 2017 |
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Contact Information
Official contact details for The Brooklyn Nets as registered with the IRS. These details are essential for grant applications, correspondence, and due diligence processes.
| EIN | 20-5370246 |
| Website | N/A |
| Address | 168 39TH ST UNIT 7 Brooklyn, NY 11232-2714 |
Key People (4)
Board members, trustees, and key staff who oversee The Brooklyn Nets's grant making decisions and strategic direction. Understanding leadership composition can provide insights into foundation priorities and potential networking opportunities.
| President | Sam Zussman |
|---|---|
| Secretary | Jeffrey Gewirtz |
| Vice President | Daakeia Clarke |
| Treasurer | Peter Stern |
Forms 990-PF
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