The Lichtenberger Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
The Lichtenberger Foundation Inc is a private foundation in Palm City, Florida. In tax year 2025 it gave $603,082 in 22 grants; the typical grant was $16,000 and the largest $100,000. 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$603,082
- Number of grants22
- Typical grant$16,000
- Largest grant$100,000
- Assets$1.6 million
- New grantees28%
Giving in 2025 was down from $738,550 the year before.
28% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a mix of repeat and new grantees.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $717,550 | 42 | $2.4 million |
| 2024 | $738,550 | 32 | $2.0 million |
| 2025 | $603,082 | 22 | $1.6 million |
How to apply
The Lichtenberger 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.
What The Lichtenberger Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 6 states, the most to Florida.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Florida | 16 | $417,082 |
| Virginia | 1 | $100,000 |
| Connecticut | 2 | $51,000 |
| New York | 1 | $15,000 |
| New Hampshire | 1 | $10,000 |
| Ohio | 1 | $10,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Cleveland Clinic Martin Health | Unrestricted use | $100,000 |
| United Way Foundation | Unrestricted use | $100,000 |
| Individual | Unrestricted use | $52,182 |
| Individual | Unrestricted use | $48,000 |
| Parc | Unrestricted use | $40,000 |
| United Way of Martin St Lucie | Unrestricted use | $30,000 |
| Harbour Ridge Family Foundation | Unrestricted use | $28,400 |
| Community Foundation Martin | Unrestricted use | $25,000 |
| Parent to Parent of Treasure Coast | Unrestricted use | $25,000 |
| Polywogs Charity | Unrestricted use | $25,000 |
| Loxahatchee Education Foundation | Unrestricted use | $17,000 |
| Old Salt Fishing Foundation | Unrestricted use | $15,000 |
| Jimmy Lee Scholarship Fund | Unrestricted use | $15,000 |
| First Tee of St Petersburg | Unrestricted use | $14,500 |
| Dove Fund | General purposes | $10,000 |
| Salvation Army of Martin County | Unrestricted use | $10,000 |
| Common Man for Ukraine | Unrestricted use | $10,000 |
| Children's Dream Fund | Unrestricted use | $10,000 |
| Hope Health Sunshine | Unrestricted use | $10,000 |
| Individual | Unrestricted use | $10,000 |
| Humane Society of TC | Unrestricted use | $5,000 |
| Individual | Unrestricted use | $3,000 |
Officers and trustees
- H Wiliam Lichtenberger
- Lisa Krass
- Erich T Lichtenberger
Questions people ask
Does The Lichtenberger Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Lichtenberger Foundation Inc give?
$603,082 in tax year 2025, across 22 grants, with a typical grant of $16,000.
Who runs The Lichtenberger Foundation Inc?
Its 2025 filing lists H Wiliam Lichtenberger (Director), Lisa Krass (Director) and Erich T Lichtenberger (Director).
What does The Lichtenberger Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly human services, health and education.