Ed & Mary Lewis Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Ed & Mary Lewis Foundation is a private foundation in Beverly Hills, California. In tax year 2024 it gave $29,230 in 18 grants; the typical grant was $1,000 and the largest $6,500. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$29,230
- Number of grants18
- Typical grant$1,000
- Largest grant$6,500
- Assets$703,897
- New grantees56%
Giving in 2024 was down from $29,806 the year before.
56% of its 2024 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a sign it is open to new organizations.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $29,806 | 26 | $675,033 |
| 2024 | $29,230 | 18 | $703,897 |
How to apply
Ed & Mary Lewis Foundation says in its IRS filing that it only makes contributions to preselected organizations, so unsolicited applications are unlikely to be considered. Organizations it funds are usually invited.
What Ed & Mary Lewis Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 16 | $24,410 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $3,120 |
| New York | 1 | $1,700 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Beverly Hills Education | Assistance to educational facility | $6,500 |
| Northeastern University | To promote innovation, impact, community, breakthroughs and global connection. | $3,120 |
| Children's Hospital la | Provide life-changing care to a child in need. | $2,500 |
| Lacma | Assistance to educational facility | $2,500 |
| Ebmrf | Assistance with medical research and treatment | $2,400 |
| Best Friends Animal Society | Assistance to animal shelters and adoptions | $2,000 |
| National Coalition Against Censorship | To provide direct intervention for people and groups facing censorship in their communities. | $1,700 |
| The Library Foundation of Los Angeles | Assistance for educational endeavors | $1,379 |
| Wallis Foundation | Support arts, education, the environment, healthcare, and human services | $1,000 |
| Pasadena Humane Society | To provide shelter, dedicated care and new beginnings for the community's most vulnerable animals. | $1,000 |
| Pasadena Community Foundation | To connect donors with local needs. | $1,000 |
| Labelle Foundation | To champion accessible veterinary care. | $1,000 |
| Word Theatre | To connect people across the globe with compelling stories delivered through performances. | $600 |
| Westside Guild | Assistance to medical research. | $516 |
| Wags and Walks | Assistance to animal shelters | $515 |
| Labrodors & Friends Dog Rescue | Assistance to animal rescue | $500 |
| The Gentle Barn | Assistance to animal shelters | $500 |
| Tower Cancer Research Foundation | Assistance to medical research.connecting to cure chronsassistance to medical research. | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- Eden Halfon
- Trevor Small
Questions people ask
Does Ed & Mary Lewis Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Ed & Mary Lewis Foundation give?
$29,230 in tax year 2024, across 18 grants, with a typical grant of $1,000.
Who runs Ed & Mary Lewis Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Eden Halfon (President) and Trevor Small (Vice President).
What does Ed & Mary Lewis Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, health and animals.