Michael D Levin and Joanne Levin Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Michael D Levin and Joanne Levin Foundation is a private foundation in Santa Monica, California. In tax year 2024 it gave $113,500 in 26 grants; the typical grant was $2,500 and the largest $10,000. 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$113,500
- Number of grants26
- Typical grant$2,500
- Largest grant$10,000
- Assets$2.7 million
- New grantees36%
Giving in 2024 was up from $107,500 the year before.
36% of its 2024 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a mix of repeat and new grantees.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | $131,800 | 17 | $2.2 million |
| 2023 | $107,500 | 19 | $2.5 million |
| 2024 | $113,500 | 26 | $2.7 million |
How to apply
Michael D Levin and Joanne Levin 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 Michael D Levin and Joanne Levin Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 7 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 15 | $67,000 |
| New York | 4 | $23,000 |
| Pennsylvania | 1 | $10,000 |
| Alabama | 1 | $5,000 |
| Oregon | 1 | $5,000 |
| District of Columbia | 3 | $2,500 |
| Florida | 1 | $1,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| American Foundation for Suicide Prevention | Civil liberties litigation/education | $10,000 |
| American Friends Magen David Adom | Emergency medical services in Israel | $10,000 |
| Elem Youth in Distress Israel | Help for at-risk youth | $10,000 |
| New Israel Fund | Social & economic justice in Israel | $10,000 |
| Philadelphia Youth Basketball | help urban youth through basketball | $10,000 |
| Planned Parenthood | Womens health care | $10,000 |
| Step Up On Second | Mental health care & rehabilitation | $10,000 |
| Hand in Hand | improve Jewish & Arab relations | $5,000 |
| Ohana One Intl Surgical Aid | To provide global surgical training | $5,000 |
| PS Science | Elementary school science education | $5,000 |
| Southern Poverty Law Ctr | Legal help | $5,000 |
| Chai South Africa | support Jewish Institutions in South Africa | $2,500 |
| Emmas Torch | To provide job training for homeless | $2,500 |
| Holocaust Museum LA | educate about the Holocaust | $2,500 |
| Jewish Federation | Help for the needy | $2,500 |
| Jewish Federation Women's Campaign | Help for the needy | $2,500 |
| Museum of Tolerance | Education | $2,500 |
| United In Harmony Camp Harmony | Camping trip for homeless children | $2,500 |
| Alliance for California Traditional Arts | Promotes and supports ways for cultural traditions to thrive now and into the future. | $1,000 |
| FIrst Tee | To impact the lives of young people by providing educational programs that build character and instill life-enhancing values through the game of golf. | $1,000 |
| Reproductive Freedom for All Foundation | educate people all over the country about reproductive freedom and hold anti-abortion bad actors accountable at every level. | $1,000 |
| The Ocean Foundation | to improve global ocean health, climate resilience and the blue economy | $1,000 |
| American Foundation for Suicide Prevention | Voluntary health organization that gives those affected by suicide a nationwide community empowered by research, education and advocacy to take action against this leading cause of death. | $500 |
| Covenant House | international organization that provides shelter, food, health services, and support to young people experiencing homelessness | $500 |
| The National Immigration Project | to ensure that those most impacted by the immigration and criminal systems are uplifted and supported | $500 |
| Tides Center | to center the community leaders moving us all toward a more equitable future. | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- Joanne Levin
- Michael Levin
Questions people ask
Does Michael D Levin and Joanne Levin Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Michael D Levin and Joanne Levin Foundation give?
$113,500 in tax year 2024, across 26 grants, with a typical grant of $2,500.
Who runs Michael D Levin and Joanne Levin Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Joanne Levin (Manager) and Michael Levin (Manager).
What does Michael D Levin and Joanne Levin Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly health, youth programs and education.