The Laura & Isaac Perlmutter Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
The Laura & Isaac Perlmutter Foundation Inc is a private foundation in Lake Worth, Florida. In tax year 2025 it gave $20.8 million in 6 grants; the typical grant was $30,000 and the largest $20.3 million. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$20.8 million
- Number of grants6
- Typical grant$30,000
- Largest grant$20.3 million
- Assets$75.8 million
- New grantees83%
Giving in 2025 was up from $3.3 million the year before.
83% of its 2025 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 | $3.7 million | 23 | $63.6 million |
| 2024 | $3.3 million | 30 | $70.8 million |
| 2025 | $20.8 million | 6 | $75.8 million |
How to apply
The Laura & Isaac Perlmutter 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.
Foundation website IRS filings on ProPublica
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to District of Columbia.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| District of Columbia | 1 | $20.3 million |
| New York | 1 | $422,123 |
| Florida | 3 | $60,500 |
| New Jersey | 1 | $10,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Trust for the National Mall | Restricted - white house ballroom | $20.3 million |
| Yeshiva University - Cardozo Law | General operating | $422,123 |
| The Society of the Four Arts | General operating | $50,000 |
| Grace Way Village | General operating | $10,000 |
| Friendship Circle | General operating | $10,000 |
| The Paps Corps Champions for Cancer Research | General operating | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- Isaac Perlmutter
- Laura Perlmutter
- Neal J Nissel
- John Turitzin
Questions people ask
Does The Laura & Isaac Perlmutter Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Laura & Isaac Perlmutter Foundation Inc give?
$20.8 million in tax year 2025, across 6 grants, with a typical grant of $30,000.
Who runs The Laura & Isaac Perlmutter Foundation Inc?
Its 2025 filing lists Isaac Perlmutter (Director, President), Laura Perlmutter (Director, Vice President), Neal J Nissel (Director, Treasurer - Deceased 6/6/25) and John Turitzin (Director, Treasurer, Secretary).