George and Claire Lessner Charitable Trust
Preselected recipients only
George and Claire Lessner Charitable Trust is a private foundation in Miami, Florida. In tax year 2025 it gave $97,500 in 7 grants; the typical grant was $10,000 and the largest $20,000. 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$97,500
- Number of grants7
- Typical grant$10,000
- Largest grant$20,000
- Assets$3.9 million
- New grantees14%
Giving in 2025 was down from $162,000 the year before.
14% 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 | $180,000 | 10 | $3.9 million |
| 2024 | $162,000 | 9 | $3.9 million |
| 2025 | $97,500 | 7 | $3.9 million |
How to apply
George and Claire Lessner Charitable Trust 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 George and Claire Lessner Charitable Trust funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in Florida.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Florida | 7 | $97,500 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Friends of Chamber Music of Miami I | Programs | $20,000 |
| Miami Internaitonal Piano Festival | Programs | $20,000 |
| The MichaelAnn Russell JCC | Programs | $20,000 |
| Womans Cancer Assoc Univ of Miami | Programs | $10,000 |
| Univ of Miami School of Education | Programs | $10,000 |
| Nicklaus Childrens Hospital Founda | Programs | $10,000 |
| Temple Beth El | Programs | $7,500 |
Officers and trustees
- James Benedek
- Bruce Hornstein
Questions people ask
Does George and Claire Lessner Charitable Trust accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does George and Claire Lessner Charitable Trust give?
$97,500 in tax year 2025, across 7 grants, with a typical grant of $10,000.
Who runs George and Claire Lessner Charitable Trust?
Its 2025 filing lists James Benedek (Trustee) and Bruce Hornstein (Trustee).
What does George and Claire Lessner Charitable Trust fund?
Based on its grants, mainly health.