Combat Hate Foundation

Quick Stats

• Annual Giving: $3.3 million (2024)
• Success Rate: N/A (strategic grantmaker - no public application process)
• Decision Time: N/A (invitation-only)
• Grant Range: $15,000 - $75,000 (based on known grants)
• Geographic Focus: United States (primarily Illinois) and international

Contact Details

• Website: www.combatantisemitism.org
• Address: PO Box 957, Moundridge, KS 67107
• EIN: 84-2208774
• Note: No public application process available

Overview

Founded in 2019 and granted tax-exempt status in February 2020, the Combat Hate Foundation is a 501(c)(3) public charity dedicated to combating antisemitism and hate through education and emergency relief. With assets of $1.86 million and annual giving of $3.3 million in 2024, the foundation has rapidly expanded its grantmaking from 3 awards in 2020 to 23 awards in 2024. The foundation operates as a strategic grantmaker without a public application process, proactively identifying and supporting organizations aligned with its mission. The Combat Hate Foundation operates the Combat Antisemitism Movement (CAM), a global coalition of over 700 partner organizations engaging 3+ million people worldwide and leveraging a network of 250 social media influencers representing 260 million followers. Primary funding comes from the Beren Sea Foundation, controlled by founder Adam Beren and his wife Ellen, which contributed $6.6 million between 2020-2022, representing nearly 70% of the foundation's total income during that period.

Funding Priorities

Grant Programs

• Strategic Grants: Invitation-only funding ranging from $15,000 to $75,000 for organizations combating antisemitism
• Emergency Relief: Support for communities and individuals affected directly or indirectly by antisemitism and other intolerances
• Educational Initiatives: Funding for programs creating grassroots movements across all religions and faiths to end antisemitism

Priority Areas

• Combating negative trends in hate crimes through public education
• Creating grassroots movements across religious and faith communities
• Emergency relief for those affected by antisemitism
• Research and tracking of antisemitic trends globally
• Arts, Culture & Humanities initiatives addressing hate
• Religion-related activities promoting tolerance
• Educational programs in Illinois and nationwide

What They Don't Fund

The foundation does not accept unsolicited funding proposals. All grants are made strategically through their invitation-only process.

Governance and Leadership

• President/Chief Financial Officer: Donna Stucky
• Executive Director: Mikhail Galperin (compensated $127,500 according to 2022 budget)

The foundation maintains IRS classification as a 509(a)(2) publicly supported organization. Leadership works closely with the Combat Antisemitism Movement's network of 700+ partner organizations, which includes collaborations with U.S. governors, state legislators, and the Global Coalition of Cities Fighting Antisemitism.

Application Process & Timeline

How to Apply

This funder does not have a public application process. The Combat Hate Foundation operates as a strategic grantmaker making all funding decisions proactively through foundation leadership. The foundation currently lists "0 live grant opportunities" for public application. Grants are awarded through invitation only to organizations identified as aligned with mission priorities.

Getting on Their Radar

• Join the Combat Antisemitism Movement: Become one of the 700+ partner organizations in the global coalition at combatantisemitism.org
• Participate in CAM Events: Engage with the foundation's summits, including the Mayors Summit Against Antisemitism where the foundation covers travel and accommodations for participants
• Connect Through Existing Partners: Organizations like Network Contagion Research Institute ($75,000 grant in 2022) and International March of the Living ($15,000 in 2022) represent the type of partners they support
• Innovation Lab Participation: The foundation's innovation lab supports 50+ projects - connecting with this initiative may provide visibility

Decision Timeline

Not applicable - invitation-only strategic grantmaking model

Success Rates

Not publicly disclosed due to strategic grantmaking approach

Reapplication Policy

Not applicable - no public application process

Application Success Factors

Since the foundation proactively identifies grant recipients, organizations should focus on:

• Demonstrated Impact: Recent recipients like Network Contagion Research Institute received $75,000 for their research on online hate
• Coalition Participation: Active engagement with the 850+ organizations that have joined the Combat Antisemitism Movement
• Geographic Alignment: Primary focus on Illinois, though national and international work is supported
• Mission Alignment: Clear focus on "realizing hate hurts not only the victims, but the community" as stated in their mission
• Track Record: The foundation has grown from 3 grants in 2020 to 23 in 2024, showing preference for established organizations with proven impact
• Multi-Faith Approach: Programs that create "grassroots movement of individuals and organizations across all religions and faiths"

Key Takeaways for Grant Writers

• Strategic Grantmaker Only: There is no application portal or public process - all grants are invitation-only
• Rapidly Growing: Annual giving increased from initial grants in 2020 to $3.3M in 2024 across 23 awards
• Well-Funded: Primary support from Beren Sea Foundation ensures stable funding capacity
• Network-Driven: Success depends on visibility within the 700+ organization Combat Antisemitism Movement coalition
• Typical Grant Size: Known grants range from $15,000 to $75,000 based on available records
• Multi-Pronged Approach: Values organizations combining research, advocacy, education, and direct relief
• Charity Navigator Rating: 2/4 stars indicates moderate transparency and accountability standards

References

• ProPublica Nonprofit Explorer: Combat Hate Foundation Form 990 filings (2020-2024)
• Charity Navigator: Combat Hate Foundation profile and 2/4 star rating
• Combat Antisemitism Movement website: https://www.combatantisemitism.org (accessed March 2026)
• Instrumentl: Combat Hate Foundation grant data showing 23 awards in 2024
• Cause IQ: Combat Hate Foundation profile showing $1,859,706 in assets
• GuideStar: Combat Hate Foundation IRS determination letter and 509(a)(2) classification
• Form 990 Schedule I: Grant recipient details including Network Contagion Research Institute and International March of the Living