Liva Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Liva Foundation is a private foundation in Pawcatuck, Connecticut. In tax year 2025 it gave $65,000 in 5 grants; the typical grant was $7,500 and the largest $37,500. 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$65,000
- Number of grants5
- Typical grant$7,500
- Largest grant$37,500
- Assets$1.2 million
- New grantees0%
Giving in 2025 was up from $10,500 the year before.
0% 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 | $8,500 | 5 | $91,431 |
| 2024 | $10,500 | 6 | $1.3 million |
| 2025 | $65,000 | 5 | $1.2 million |
How to apply
Liva 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.
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to New York.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 1 | $37,500 |
| California | 3 | $20,000 |
| Connecticut | 1 | $7,500 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Doctors Without Borders | General fund | $37,500 |
| Khan Academy | General fund | $7,500 |
| Wings for Life Spinal Cord Research | General fund | $7,500 |
| Ridgefield Fire Department | General fund | $7,500 |
| Signal Foundation | General fund | $5,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Timothy Crowley
Questions people ask
Does Liva Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Liva Foundation give?
$65,000 in tax year 2025, across 5 grants, with a typical grant of $7,500.
Who runs Liva Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Timothy Crowley (Trustee).