Livney Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Livney Foundation is a private foundation in Chicago, Illinois. In tax year 2025 it gave $137,250 in 8 grants; the typical grant was $7,000 and the largest $51,000. 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$137,250
- Number of grants8
- Typical grant$7,000
- Largest grant$51,000
- Assets$1.1 million
- New grantees63%
Giving in 2025 was up from $118,482 the year before.
63% 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 | $162,316 | 14 | $978,053 |
| 2024 | $118,482 | 14 | $1.1 million |
| 2025 | $137,250 | 8 | $1.1 million |
How to apply
Livney 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 Livney Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 5 states, the most to Connecticut.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Connecticut | 1 | $51,000 |
| Georgia | 1 | $50,000 |
| Illinois | 4 | $23,500 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $12,000 |
| Texas | 1 | $750 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Multiple Myeloma Research Foundation | Medical Research | $51,000 |
| Cure CMT | Provides support for individuals with Charcot-Marie-Tooth disease | $50,000 |
| Am Shalom | Humanitarian | $20,000 |
| World Wildlife Fund | Natural Resources and Wildlife Conservation | $12,000 |
| North Suburban Legal Aid Clinic | Legal Services | $2,000 |
| Glenkirk | Programs for Adults with Mental Disabilities | $1,000 |
| Rally For the Cure | Breast Cancer Awareness | $750 |
| Noah's Rest | Animal Rescue | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- Roland Livney
- Patrick Livney
- Joy Largent
Questions people ask
Does Livney Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Livney Foundation give?
$137,250 in tax year 2025, across 8 grants, with a typical grant of $7,000.
Who runs Livney Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Roland Livney (President), Patrick Livney (Secretary) and Joy Largent (Director).
What does Livney Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly health.