The Jess & Rose Kortz & Pearle Rae Levey Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Jess & Rose Kortz & Pearle Rae Levey Foundation is a private foundation in Denver, Colorado. In tax year 2023 it gave $259,630 in 48 grants; the typical grant was $1,566 and the largest $72,350. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2023.
- Grants paid, 2023$259,630
- Number of grants48
- Typical grant$1,566
- Largest grant$72,350
- Assets$6.1 million
- New grantees25%
Giving in 2023 was up from $217,454 the year before.
25% of its 2023 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 | $217,454 | 46 | $5.4 million |
| 2023 | $259,630 | 48 | $6.1 million |
How to apply
The Jess & Rose Kortz & Pearle Rae Levey 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 Jess & Rose Kortz & Pearle Rae Levey Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 27 | $179,863 |
| Colorado | 19 | $73,267 |
| Maryland | 1 | $5,000 |
| New York | 1 | $1,500 |
Grants paid in 2023
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Cedar Sinai Medical Center | Charitable | $72,350 |
| Opera Colorado | Charitable | $27,500 |
| Jewish Federation of Greater la | Charitable | $25,000 |
| Denver Youth Program | Charitable | $15,000 |
| MC Callum Theater | Charitable | $10,620 |
| JVS of So Cal | Charitable | $10,153 |
| Crohns & Colitis Foundation | Charitable | $10,000 |
| Temple Emanuel of Beverly Hills | Charitable | $7,990 |
| Jewish Family Services of the Deser | Charitable | $5,250 |
| Barbara Sinatra Childrens Center | Charitable | $5,000 |
| City of Hope | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Cystic Fibrosis Foundation | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Eisenhower Health Foundation | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Jewish Family Services la | Charitable | $5,000 |
| L A R C | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Los Angeles Medical Mission Team | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Rose Community Foundation | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Shalom Park | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Concern Foundation | Charitable | $3,000 |
| Anti Defamation League | Charitable | $2,500 |
| Los Angeles Cnty Museum of Art | Charitable | $2,500 |
| The Music Center | Charitable | $2,500 |
| Jewish Family Services of Colorado | Charitable | $2,000 |
| Temple Sinai | Charitable | $1,632 |
| Alzheimer's Association | Charitable | $1,500 |
| Skirball Cultural Center | Charitable | $1,500 |
| Jewish Federation of Palm Springs | Charitable | $1,200 |
| Associates-Lajh | Charitable | $1,000 |
| Beit T'shuvah | Charitable | $1,000 |
| Mizel Center | Charitable | $1,000 |
| Natl Jewish Health | Charitable | $1,000 |
| PBS So Cal | Charitable | $1,000 |
| Food Bank of the Rockies | Charitable | $800 |
| Temple Emanual - Colo | Charitable | $785 |
| Stand With US | Charitable | $750 |
| Colorado Coalition for the Homeless | Charitable | $500 |
| Craig Hospital | Charitable | $500 |
| Denver Rescue Mission | Charitable | $500 |
| Disabled American Veterans | Charitable | $500 |
| Metro Caring | Charitable | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- Pearle Kortz Levey
- Kenneth M Laff
- Barbara Weil Laff
Questions people ask
Does The Jess & Rose Kortz & Pearle Rae Levey Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Jess & Rose Kortz & Pearle Rae Levey Foundation give?
$259,630 in tax year 2023, across 48 grants, with a typical grant of $1,566.
Who runs The Jess & Rose Kortz & Pearle Rae Levey Foundation?
Its 2023 filing lists Pearle Kortz Levey (Pres.), Kenneth M Laff (V.P.) and Barbara Weil Laff (Director).
What does The Jess & Rose Kortz & Pearle Rae Levey Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly health, faith communities and arts and culture.