The Abner Levy Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Abner Levy Foundation is a private foundation in Simi Valley, California. In tax year 2025 it gave $108,963 in 28 grants; the typical grant was $625 and the largest $50,000. 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$108,963
- Number of grants28
- Typical grant$625
- Largest grant$50,000
- Assets$4.0 million
- New grantees59%
Giving in 2025 was down from $111,787 the year before.
59% of its 2025 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 | $138,161 | 99 | $2.8 million |
| 2024 | $111,787 | 45 | $3.6 million |
| 2025 | $108,963 | 28 | $4.0 million |
How to apply
The Abner Levy 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 The Abner Levy Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its US grants went to recipients in 16 states, the most to California. It also paid $10,000 in 1 grant to recipients outside the US.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 6 | $82,151 |
| New York | 3 | $7,000 |
| Tennessee | 1 | $2,000 |
| Missouri | 1 | $1,512 |
| Kansas | 3 | $1,500 |
| Virginia | 2 | $1,000 |
| District of Columbia | 2 | $500 |
| Arizona | 1 | $500 |
| New Hampshire | 1 | $500 |
| Texas | 1 | $500 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| UCLA Foundation ( Jules Stein Eye Institute ) | General | $50,000 |
| Sinai Temple | General | $11,375 |
| Hope Foundation of Iranian- American Jewish Communities | General | $10,000 |
| The Macula Society | General | $10,000 |
| Hope Foundation- Ezra Yaqhoub Synagogue | General | $5,000 |
| Payam Cultural Society Inc | General | $5,000 |
| UCLA Foundation ( Jules Stein Eye Institute ) | General | $3,250 |
| Hope Foundation | General | $2,526 |
| St Jude Childrens Research Hospital | General | $2,000 |
| Childrens International | General | $1,512 |
| Jewish National Fund- USA | General | $1,000 |
| Physicians for Reproductive Health | General | $1,000 |
| The Oblate Sisters of St Francis de Sales | General | $750 |
| Wounded Warrior Project | General | $750 |
| American Heart Association | General | $500 |
| Care for Our Wounded Soldiers | General | $500 |
| Covenant House | General | $500 |
| MD Anderson Cancer Center | General | $500 |
| Mother Against Drunk Driving | General | $400 |
| St Bonaventure Indian Mission & School | General | $400 |
| Basilica of the National Shrine of the Immaculate Conception | General | $300 |
| Dominican Sisters of Mary | General | $300 |
| America Need Fatima | General | $250 |
| American Parkinson Disease Association | General | $250 |
| Christian Appalachian Project | General | $250 |
| Padre Pio Foundation of America | General | $250 |
| Arthritis Foundation | General | $200 |
| General Secretariat of the Franciscan Missions | General | $200 |
Officers and trustees
- David Sarraf
- Natalie Sarraf
Questions people ask
Does The Abner Levy Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Abner Levy Foundation give?
$108,963 in tax year 2025, across 28 grants, with a typical grant of $625.
Who runs The Abner Levy Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists David Sarraf (President) and Natalie Sarraf (Cfo).
What does The Abner Levy Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, international and health.