The Len-Ari Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
The Len-Ari Foundation Inc is a private foundation in Fort Wayne, Indiana. In tax year 2024 it gave $1.1 million in 30 grants; the typical grant was $26,700 and the largest $125,000. 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$1.1 million
- Number of grants30
- Typical grant$26,700
- Largest grant$125,000
- Assets$24.6 million
- New grantees10%
Giving in 2024 was down from $1.1 million the year before.
10% 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 | $1.1 million | 35 | $22.7 million |
| 2024 | $1.1 million | 30 | $24.6 million |
How to apply
The Len-Ari 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 Len-Ari Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 6 states, the most to Florida.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Florida | 15 | $593,113 |
| Wyoming | 4 | $235,000 |
| New York | 5 | $219,190 |
| Indiana | 4 | $16,000 |
| Connecticut | 1 | $10,000 |
| New Jersey | 1 | $2,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Grand Teton Music Festival | Annual fund | $125,000 |
| Palm Beach Opera | Operating support | $120,000 |
| Big Dog Ranch Rescue | Operating support | $120,000 |
| Central Fund of Israel | Megemeria social business and school | $85,000 |
| American Friends of Magen David Adom | Operating support | $85,000 |
| Grand Teton National Park Foundation | Operating support | $55,000 |
| Palm Beach Opera Guild | Operating support | $54,403 |
| Jackson Hole Land Trust | Annual fund | $50,000 |
| Life | Pups4patriots and food4kids | $50,000 |
| Tri County Humane Society | Operating support | $40,000 |
| Palm Beach Symphony | Operating support | $40,000 |
| Cancer Alliance of Help & Hope Inc | Operating support | $40,000 |
| Richard David Kann Melanoma Task Force Inc | Operating support | $30,000 |
| World Series of Golf Foundation | Veterans and heroes | $29,500 |
| Film Society of Lincoln Center | General support | $29,190 |
| Kravis Center for Performing Arts | Annual campaign | $24,210 |
| University of Miami - Bascom Palmer | Operating support | $20,000 |
| American Friends of Sheba Medical Center | Support for immunotherapy | $10,000 |
| Curetivity | Operating support | $10,000 |
| Jewish Federation of Palm Beach County | Violins of hope | $10,000 |
| Myriad USA (Opera Fuoco) | American friends of opera fuoco | $10,000 |
| Society for the Preservation of the Great American Songbook | Operating support | $5,000 |
| Israel Tennis Centers Foundation | Operating support | $5,000 |
| Blessings in A Backpack | Operating support | $5,000 |
| Climb Wyoming | Operating support | $5,000 |
| Alliance for Eating Disorders Awareness | Psychological services program | $5,000 |
| Soarin Hawk Raptor Rehab | Operating support | $5,000 |
| Super Shot | Immunization for childrens health | $5,000 |
| Temple Avodat Shalom | Operating support | $2,000 |
| YWCA | Operating support | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Richard Rifkin
- Ariela Rifkin
- Jennifer L Wilson
Questions people ask
Does The Len-Ari Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Len-Ari Foundation Inc give?
$1.1 million in tax year 2024, across 30 grants, with a typical grant of $26,700.
Who runs The Len-Ari Foundation Inc?
Its 2024 filing lists Richard Rifkin (Director, Chairman), Ariela Rifkin (President & Secretary) and Jennifer L Wilson (Treasurer).
What does The Len-Ari Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly arts and culture, animals and education.