Happy Difference Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Happy Difference Foundation is a private foundation in Montchanin, Delaware. In tax year 2024 it gave $279,775 in 39 grants; the typical grant was $2,000 and the largest $62,500. 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$279,775
- Number of grants39
- Typical grant$2,000
- Largest grant$62,500
- Assets$5.8 million
- New grantees10%
Giving in 2024 was up from $254,000 the year before.
10% of its 2024 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 | $254,000 | 44 | $5.5 million |
| 2024 | $279,775 | 39 | $5.8 million |
How to apply
Happy Difference 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 Happy Difference Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to Delaware.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Delaware | 38 | $279,275 |
| Michigan | 1 | $500 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Congregation Beth Shalom | Program assistance | $62,500 |
| Community Education Building | Program assistance | $25,000 |
| Food Bank of Delaware | Program assistance | $25,000 |
| Jewish Federation of Delaware | Program assistance | $25,000 |
| Ministry of Caring | Program assistance | $25,000 |
| West End Neighborhood House | Program assistance | $25,000 |
| Lewes Public Library | Program assistance | $17,225 |
| The Independence School | Program assistance | $11,500 |
| Children and Families First | Program assistance | $9,000 |
| American Red Cross | Program assistance | $7,500 |
| Christiana Care Health System | Program assistance | $6,000 |
| Action for Delaware's Children | Program assistance | $5,000 |
| Easterseals | Program assistance | $2,500 |
| Grand Opera House | Program assistance | $2,500 |
| Habitat for Humanity | Program assistance | $2,500 |
| La Red Health Center | Program assistance | $2,500 |
| The Pilot School | Program assistance | $2,500 |
| Beau Biden Foundation for the Protection of Children | Program assistance | $2,000 |
| Children's Advocacy Center | Program assistance | $2,000 |
| Kind to Kids | Program assistance | $2,000 |
| Jewish Family Services | Program assistance | $1,800 |
| Faithful Friends | Program assistance | $1,500 |
| Archmere Academy | Program assistance | $1,000 |
| B Foundation | Program assistance | $1,000 |
| Cape Henelopen Educational Foundation | Program assistance | $1,000 |
| Child Inc | Program assistance | $1,000 |
| Kutz Senior Living Campus | Program assistance | $1,000 |
| Meals on Wheels Delaware Inc | Program assistance | $1,000 |
| Meals on Wheels Lewes-Rehoboth | Program assistance | $1,000 |
| Parent Information Center | Program assistance | $1,000 |
| Sanford School | Program assistance | $1,000 |
| The Mary Campbell Center | Program assistance | $1,000 |
| University of Delaware | Program assistance | $1,000 |
| Community Resource Center | Program assistance | $750 |
| DFRC | Program assistance | $500 |
| Girls on the Run | Program assistance | $500 |
| Seaside Jewish Community | Program assistance | $500 |
| Soar Inc | Program assistance | $500 |
| University of Michigan Law School | Program assistance | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- Ellen K Levin
- Alan B Levin
- Andrew G Levin
- Daniel B Levin
- Jason S Levin
- Jessica M Levin
- Lauren A Levin
Questions people ask
Does Happy Difference Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Happy Difference Foundation give?
$279,775 in tax year 2024, across 39 grants, with a typical grant of $2,000.
Who runs Happy Difference Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Ellen K Levin (President/Treasurer/Direct), Alan B Levin (Vice President/Secretary/D), Andrew G Levin (Director) and Daniel B Levin (Director) among 7 officers and trustees.
What does Happy Difference Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, education and food and hunger.