The Lampert Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Lampert Foundation is a private foundation in Bay Harbor Islands, Florida. In tax year 2024 it gave $3.2 million in 7 grants; the typical grant was $100,000 and the largest $2.3 million. 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$3.2 million
- Number of grants7
- Typical grant$100,000
- Largest grant$2.3 million
- Assets$65.8 million
- New grantees57%
Giving in 2024 was up from $3.1 million the year before.
57% of its 2024 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a sign it is open to new organizations.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $3.1 million | 4 | $63.8 million |
| 2024 | $3.2 million | 7 | $65.8 million |
How to apply
The Lampert 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 The Lampert Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 5 states, the most to Rhode Island.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Rhode Island | 1 | $2.3 million |
| New York | 2 | $525,000 |
| North Carolina | 1 | $240,000 |
| Florida | 2 | $101,000 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $100,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Vanguard Charitable Endowment Progr | General Unrestricted | $2.3 million |
| Breast Cancer Research Foundation | General Unrestricted | $500,000 |
| Duke Excellence Fund | General unrestricted | $240,000 |
| Trustees of Boston College Developm | General Unrestricted | $100,000 |
| University of Miami | General unstricted | $100,000 |
| Princess Grace Foundation-Usa | General unrestricted | $25,000 |
| Institute of Contemporary Art Miami | General unrestricted | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Edward S Lampert
- Kinga Keh Lampert
Questions people ask
Does The Lampert Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Lampert Foundation give?
$3.2 million in tax year 2024, across 7 grants, with a typical grant of $100,000.
Who runs The Lampert Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Edward S Lampert (Trustee) and Kinga Keh Lampert (Trustee).
What does The Lampert Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education.