Bernard Lewis Charitable Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Bernard Lewis Charitable Foundation is a private foundation in Longboat Key, Florida. In tax year 2024 it gave $19,500 in 7 grants; the typical grant was $2,500 and the largest $5,000. 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$19,500
- Number of grants7
- Typical grant$2,500
- Largest grant$5,000
- Assets$717,172
- New grantees14%
Giving in 2024 was down from $26,500 the year before.
14% 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 | $26,500 | 9 | $1.1 million |
| 2024 | $19,500 | 7 | $717,172 |
How to apply
Bernard Lewis Charitable 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 Bernard Lewis Charitable Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to Florida.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Florida | 4 | $14,000 |
| New York | 2 | $5,000 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $500 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Fish and Wildlife Foundation of Flo | Unrestricted gift | $5,000 |
| The Everglades Foundation | Unrestricted gift | $5,000 |
| Mote Marine | Unrestricted gift | $2,500 |
| American Committee for Shaare Zedek | Unrestricted gift | $2,500 |
| American Friends Hebrew University | Unrestricted gift | $2,500 |
| Captains for Clean Water | Unrestricted gift | $1,500 |
| Center for Science Public Interest | Unrestricted gift | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- Nancy G King
- John Kling
Questions people ask
Does Bernard Lewis Charitable Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Bernard Lewis Charitable Foundation give?
$19,500 in tax year 2024, across 7 grants, with a typical grant of $2,500.
Who runs Bernard Lewis Charitable Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Nancy G King (Trustee) and John Kling (Trustee).
What does Bernard Lewis Charitable Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly environment and conservation.