Lamb Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Lamb Foundation is a private foundation in City of Industry, California. In tax year 2024 it gave $281,000 in 29 grants; the typical grant was $1,500 and the largest $125,000. 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$281,000
- Number of grants29
- Typical grant$1,500
- Largest grant$125,000
- Assets$5.5 million
- New grantees3%
Giving in 2024 was up from $261,550 the year before.
3% of its 2024 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, so most of its money goes to organizations it already funds.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $261,550 | 30 | $5.2 million |
| 2024 | $281,000 | 29 | $5.5 million |
How to apply
Lamb 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 Lamb Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 12 states, the most to New York.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 4 | $205,100 |
| South Carolina | 1 | $20,000 |
| California | 8 | $19,950 |
| Georgia | 2 | $10,000 |
| Texas | 4 | $7,850 |
| Maryland | 1 | $5,000 |
| Illinois | 1 | $4,000 |
| North Carolina | 1 | $3,000 |
| Virginia | 3 | $2,500 |
| Missouri | 2 | $2,500 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Jewish National Fund | General support | $125,000 |
| American Friends of Shalva | General support | $75,000 |
| Miracle Hill Ministries | General support | $20,000 |
| American Cancer Society | General support | $9,000 |
| Stand With US | General support | $9,000 |
| Doctors Without Borders | General support | $5,000 |
| Leukemia & Lymphoma Society | General support | $5,000 |
| MD Anderson Cancer Center | General support | $5,000 |
| Brain Research Foundation | General support | $4,000 |
| City of Hope | General support | $3,500 |
| The V Foundation | General support | $3,000 |
| Guide Dogs of America | General support | $2,500 |
| American Heart Association | General support | $1,750 |
| Keaton's Child Cancer Alliance | General support | $1,600 |
| Operation BBQ Relief | General support | $1,500 |
| Roger Loff Memorial GBM Research Fund | General support | $1,500 |
| Daughters of the Nile Foundation | General support | $1,000 |
| Doctors for Global Health | General support | $1,000 |
| Meals on Wheels | General support | $1,000 |
| Signature Healthcare Foundation | General support | $1,000 |
| The Salvation Army | General support | $1,000 |
| Wounded Warrior Project | General support | $1,000 |
| Braille Institute | General support | $750 |
| Children's Hospital of Los Angeles | General support | $600 |
| Life House Foundation for Children | General support | $500 |
| Marine Toys for Tots Foundation | General support | $500 |
| Arbor Day Foundation | General support | $100 |
| National Audubon Society | General support | $100 |
| The 100 Club | General support | $100 |
Officers and trustees
- Leslie Bortz
- Michael Bortz
- John Stiefel
Questions people ask
Does Lamb Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Lamb Foundation give?
$281,000 in tax year 2024, across 29 grants, with a typical grant of $1,500.
Who runs Lamb Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Leslie Bortz (President), Michael Bortz (Vp/Secretary/Treasurer) and John Stiefel (Board Member).
What does Lamb Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, health and international.