The Gloria & Ken Levy Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Gloria & Ken Levy Foundation is a private foundation in Los Gatos, California. In tax year 2024 it gave $1.3 million in 16 grants; the typical grant was $10,000 and the largest $500,000. 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$1.3 million
- Number of grants16
- Typical grant$10,000
- Largest grant$500,000
- Assets$5.1 million
- New grantees50%
Giving in 2024 was up from $918,313 the year before.
50% 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | $539,520 | 10 | $3.5 million |
| 2023 | $918,313 | 10 | $3.4 million |
| 2024 | $1.3 million | 16 | $5.1 million |
How to apply
The Gloria & Ken 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 Gloria & Ken Levy Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 5 states, the most to New York.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 6 | $878,500 |
| District of Columbia | 2 | $250,000 |
| California | 6 | $121,944 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $2,000 |
| Arizona | 1 | $1,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| American Technion Society | Charitable | $500,000 |
| Foundation for City College | Charitable | $250,000 |
| American Israel Education Foundatio | Charitable | $150,000 |
| Chabad of Hamilton Heights Inc | Charitable | $114,000 |
| The Washington Institute for Near E | Charitable | $100,000 |
| Jewish Silicon Valley | Charitable | $70,092 |
| Congregation Beth David | Charitable | $29,752 |
| Bike New York Inc | Charitable | $10,000 |
| Silicon Valley Jewish Film Festival | Charitable | $10,000 |
| Congregation Emanu-El | Charitable | $9,100 |
| America Gives Inc | Charitable | $2,500 |
| University of California | Charitable | $2,500 |
| Arlekin Players Theatre | Charitable | $2,000 |
| Central Park Conservancy | Charitable | $2,000 |
| Arts Express Theatre | Charitable | $1,000 |
| University of California San Franci | Charitable | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- Gloria Levy
- Kenneth Levy
Questions people ask
Does The Gloria & Ken Levy Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Gloria & Ken Levy Foundation give?
$1.3 million in tax year 2024, across 16 grants, with a typical grant of $10,000.
Who runs The Gloria & Ken Levy Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Gloria Levy (President) and Kenneth Levy (Sec/Cfo).
What does The Gloria & Ken Levy Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, faith communities and arts and culture.