Steven and Lenore Newman Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Steven and Lenore Newman Family Foundation is a private foundation in Woodland Hills, California. In tax year 2025 it gave $179,250 in 44 grants; the typical grant was $2,500 and the largest $12,500. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$179,250
- Number of grants44
- Typical grant$2,500
- Largest grant$12,500
- Assets$3.7 million
- New grantees11%
Giving in 2025 was up from $159,250 the year before.
11% of its 2025 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 | $169,850 | 48 | $0 |
| 2024 | $159,250 | 44 | $0 |
| 2025 | $179,250 | 44 | $3.7 million |
How to apply
Steven and Lenore Newman Family 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 Steven and Lenore Newman Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 14 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 15 | $57,250 |
| New York | 6 | $23,500 |
| Maryland | 5 | $19,500 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $12,500 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $12,500 |
| Ohio | 1 | $12,500 |
| Pennsylvania | 3 | $11,000 |
| Tennessee | 3 | $7,500 |
| Virginia | 2 | $6,000 |
| Texas | 2 | $5,500 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Fisher House | Annual fund | $12,500 |
| Uso Annual Fund | Annual fund | $12,500 |
| Homes for Our Troops | Annual fund | $12,500 |
| Disable American Vets | Annual fund | $12,500 |
| Operation USA | Annual fund | $10,000 |
| Direct Relief | Annual fund | $10,000 |
| La Fire Department Foundation | Annual fund | $10,000 |
| Childrens Hospital Philadephia | Annual fund | $7,500 |
| Dysautonomia International | Annual fund | $7,500 |
| SPD Foundation | Annual fund | $5,000 |
| Individual | Annual fund | $5,000 |
| Friends of the Israeli Defense Forc | Annual fund | $5,000 |
| The People Concern | Annual fund | $5,000 |
| Creative Healing for Youth Pain | Annual fund | $5,000 |
| Individual | Annual fund | $5,000 |
| Individual | Annual fund | $3,000 |
| St Jude's Hospital | Annual fund | $2,500 |
| Simon Wiesenthal Center | Annual fund | $2,500 |
| California Fire Foundation | Annual fund | $2,500 |
| American Cancer Society | Annual fund | $2,500 |
| Alzheimers Research Institute | Annual fund | $2,500 |
| American Heart Assoc | Annual fund | $2,500 |
| Individual | Annual fund | $2,500 |
| World Jewish Congress Foundation | Annual fund | $2,500 |
| Individual | Annual fund | $2,500 |
| Blue Card Fund | Annual fund | $2,500 |
| CCF Wildfire Relief Fund | Annual fund | $2,500 |
| Hope for the Warriors | Annual fund | $2,500 |
| Mayors Fund for Los Angeles | Annual fund | $2,500 |
| Gary Sinise Foundation | Annual fund | $2,500 |
| Individual | Annual fund | $2,250 |
| Arizona Center for Nature Conservat | Annual fund | $2,000 |
| Autism Research Institute | Annual fund | $1,000 |
| PKD Foundation | Annual fund | $1,000 |
| Cancer Care | Annual fund | $1,000 |
| The Leadership Institute | Annual fund | $1,000 |
| Individual | Annual fund | $1,000 |
| Disabled Sports USA | Annual fund | $1,000 |
| Ventura County Community Foundation | Annual fund | $1,000 |
| Michael J Fox Foundation | Annual fund | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Lenore B Newman
- Stephanie Cohen
- Matthew Cohen
- Richard Newman
- Tracy Newman
- Michael Newman
- Beth Newman
Questions people ask
Does Steven and Lenore Newman Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Steven and Lenore Newman Family Foundation give?
$179,250 in tax year 2025, across 44 grants, with a typical grant of $2,500.
Who runs Steven and Lenore Newman Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Lenore B Newman (President), Stephanie Cohen (Vice President), Matthew Cohen (Director) and Richard Newman (Foundation Mgr.) among 7 officers and trustees.
What does Steven and Lenore Newman Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly veterans, health and human services.