Sheldon L and Pearl R Leibowitz- Lew Leibowitz Legacy Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Sheldon L and Pearl R Leibowitz- Lew Leibowitz Legacy Foundation is a private foundation in Bannockburn, Illinois. In tax year 2024 it gave $575,000 in 16 grants; the typical grant was $25,000 and the largest $150,000. 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$575,000
- Number of grants16
- Typical grant$25,000
- Largest grant$150,000
- Assets$16.7 million
- New grantees0%
Giving in 2024 was up from $531,000 the year before.
0% of its 2024 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, so most of its money goes to organizations it already funds.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $531,000 | 16 | $14.5 million |
| 2024 | $575,000 | 16 | $16.7 million |
How to apply
Sheldon L and Pearl R Leibowitz- Lew Leibowitz Legacy 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 Sheldon L and Pearl R Leibowitz- Lew Leibowitz Legacy Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to Illinois.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Illinois | 12 | $420,000 |
| New York | 2 | $95,000 |
| Virginia | 1 | $35,000 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $25,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| The Ark | Unrestricted for general use of charity. | $150,000 |
| ACLU | Unrestricted for general use of charity. | $50,000 |
| International Rescue Committee | Unrestricted for general use of charity. | $45,000 |
| NRDC | Unrestricted for general use of charity. | $35,000 |
| The Nature Conservancy | Unrestricted for general use of charity. | $35,000 |
| Feeding America | Unrestricted for general use of charity. | $30,000 |
| Greater Chicago Food Depository | Unrestricted for general use of charity. | $30,000 |
| All Chicago | Unrestricted for general use of charity. | $25,000 |
| Chicago Coalition for the Homeless | Unrestricted for general use of charity. | $25,000 |
| Environmental Law & Policy Center | Unrestricted for general use of charity. | $25,000 |
| Jewish Council on Urban Affairs | Unrestricted for general use of charity. | $25,000 |
| Night Ministry | Unrestricted for general use of charity. | $25,000 |
| World Wildlife Fund | Unrestricted for general use of charity. | $25,000 |
| Community Partners for Affordable Housing | Unrestricted for general use of charity. | $20,000 |
| Deborah's Place | Unrestricted for general use of charity. | $15,000 |
| Openlands | Unrestricted for general use of charity. | $15,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Available Upon Request
Questions people ask
Does Sheldon L and Pearl R Leibowitz- Lew Leibowitz Legacy Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Sheldon L and Pearl R Leibowitz- Lew Leibowitz Legacy Foundation give?
$575,000 in tax year 2024, across 16 grants, with a typical grant of $25,000.
Who runs Sheldon L and Pearl R Leibowitz- Lew Leibowitz Legacy Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Available Upon Request (Sole Trustee).
What does Sheldon L and Pearl R Leibowitz- Lew Leibowitz Legacy Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly environment and conservation, food and hunger and faith communities.