The Littman Family Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
The Littman Family Foundation Inc is a private foundation in Bethlehem, Connecticut. In tax year 2025 it gave $26,945 in 42 grants; the typical grant was $360 and the largest $3,826. 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$26,945
- Number of grants42
- Typical grant$360
- Largest grant$3,826
- Assets$384,765
- New grantees31%
Giving in 2025 was up from $23,294 the year before.
31% of its 2025 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $18,587 | 33 | $315,567 |
| 2024 | $23,294 | 40 | $351,879 |
| 2025 | $26,945 | 42 | $384,765 |
How to apply
The Littman Family Foundation Inc 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 Littman Family Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 7 states, the most to Connecticut.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Connecticut | 32 | $22,230 |
| District of Columbia | 2 | $2,000 |
| California | 1 | $1,000 |
| Illinois | 2 | $800 |
| New York | 3 | $695 |
| Maryland | 1 | $120 |
| Texas | 1 | $100 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Washington Montessori School | General support | $3,826 |
| Oliver Wolcott Library | General support | $2,035 |
| Greenwoods Counseling | General support | $2,000 |
| The Taft School | General support | $1,890 |
| B'nai Israel | General support | $1,775 |
| Waterbury Symphony Orchestra | General support | $1,538 |
| National Public Radio | General support | $1,250 |
| Connecticut College | General support | $1,000 |
| Connecticut Community Foundation | General support | $1,000 |
| Oswit Land Trust | General support | $1,000 |
| United Way of Greater Waterbury | General support | $1,000 |
| Litchfield Historic Society | General support | $910 |
| Litchfield Community Center | General support | $750 |
| Wikimedia | General support | $750 |
| Prime Time House | General support | $701 |
| Ripley Waterfowl | General support | $550 |
| Mattatuck Museum | General support | $510 |
| Field Museum | General support | $500 |
| NWCT Adult Day Center | General support | $500 |
| Bantam Cinema & Arts Center Inc | General support | $457 |
| Metropolitan Museum of Modern Art(moma) | General support | $420 |
| Sounds Good Choir | General support | $300 |
| Connecticut Junior Republic Association Incorporated | General support | $250 |
| Gaylord Speciality Care | General support | $225 |
| Memorial Sloane Kettering | General support | $200 |
| Hollister House | General support | $150 |
| Northwest CT | General support | $125 |
| Connecticut Public Broadcasting Inc | General support | $120 |
| Montfort Missionaries | General support | $120 |
| Bethlehem Land Trust | General support | $100 |
| Flaners Nature Center | General support | $100 |
| Friends of Topsmead State Forest | General support | $100 |
| La Fiesta de la Seis Banderas | General support | $100 |
| Washington Art Association | General support | $100 |
| Wellspring | General support | $100 |
| Litchfield Land Trust | General support | $88 |
| Washington Friends of Music | General support | $80 |
| Jane Doe No More | General support | $75 |
| Litchfield Performing Arts | General support | $75 |
| The Frick Collection | General support | $75 |
Officers and trustees
- Emily L Eisen
- Jonathan Littman
- Andrew W Eisen
- Daniel E Littman
Questions people ask
Does The Littman Family Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Littman Family Foundation Inc give?
$26,945 in tax year 2025, across 42 grants, with a typical grant of $360.
Who runs The Littman Family Foundation Inc?
Its 2025 filing lists Emily L Eisen (President), Jonathan Littman (Vice President), Andrew W Eisen (Treasurer) and Daniel E Littman (Secretary).
What does The Littman Family Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, arts and culture and human services.