The Liman Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Liman Foundation is a private foundation in West Palm Beach, Florida. In tax year 2025 it gave $232,050 in 28 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 and the largest $30,000. 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$232,050
- Number of grants28
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$30,000
- Assets$1.4 million
- New grantees46%
Giving in 2025 was up from $131,000 the year before.
46% 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 | $639,600 | 35 | $2.1 million |
| 2023 | $200,250 | 24 | $1.2 million |
| 2024 | $131,000 | 23 | $1.6 million |
| 2025 | $232,050 | 28 | $1.4 million |
How to apply
The Liman 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 Liman Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 9 states, the most to New York.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 10 | $74,050 |
| Florida | 8 | $46,000 |
| California | 1 | $30,000 |
| Rhode Island | 1 | $24,000 |
| Connecticut | 1 | $18,000 |
| Massachusetts | 4 | $14,000 |
| Georgia | 1 | $12,000 |
| New Jersey | 1 | $12,000 |
| Pennsylvania | 1 | $2,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Stanford University | Operating support | $30,000 |
| Brown University | Operating support | $24,000 |
| Legal Action Center | Operating support | $20,000 |
| Barnard College Summer Fellowships | Operating support | $18,000 |
| Yale Law School | Operating support | $18,000 |
| The Jewish Museum | Operating support | $15,000 |
| Legal Aid Society | Operating support | $15,000 |
| Princeton University | Operating support | $12,000 |
| Spelman College | Operating support | $12,000 |
| Society of the Four Arts | Operating support | $10,000 |
| Martha's Vineyard Hebrew Center | Operating support | $7,500 |
| School of the Arts Foundation | Operating support | $6,000 |
| Coudert Institute | Operating support | $5,000 |
| Cultural Council of Palm Beach County | Operating support | $5,000 |
| National Academy of Design | Operating support | $5,000 |
| New York Historical Society | Operating support | $5,000 |
| Playwrights Horizons | Operating support | $5,000 |
| Martha's Vineyard Community Foundation | Operating support | $3,000 |
| Palm Beach Civic Association | Operating support | $3,000 |
| Immigrant Justice Corps | Operating support | $2,500 |
| The Chilmark Town Affairs Council Inc | Operating support | $2,500 |
| The American Law Institute | Operating support | $2,000 |
| Jewish Foundation for Education of Women | Operating support | $1,800 |
| American Friends of the Israel Philharmonic Orchestra | Operating support | $1,250 |
| Planned Parenthood Federation of America Inc | Operating support | $1,000 |
| Sheriff's Meadow Foundation | Operating support | $1,000 |
| The Armory Art Center Inc | Operating support | $1,000 |
| Pioneer Works Art Foundation | Operating support | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- Ellen Liman
- Douglas Liman
- Abagail Liman
- Gillian Liman
Questions people ask
Does The Liman Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Liman Foundation give?
$232,050 in tax year 2025, across 28 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs The Liman Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Ellen Liman (President, Treasurer), Douglas Liman (Vice President), Abagail Liman (Trustee) and Gillian Liman (Trustee).
What does The Liman Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, arts and culture and faith communities.