Abbott B and Joan M Lipsky Fund
Abbott B and Joan M Lipsky Fund is a private foundation in Cedar Rapids, Iowa. In tax year 2025 it gave $58,477 in 28 grants; the typical grant was $1,000 and the largest $16,022. Its filing does not say whether it accepts applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$58,477
- Number of grants28
- Typical grant$1,000
- Largest grant$16,022
- Assets$1.1 million
- New grantees30%
Giving in 2025 was down from $59,025 the year before.
30% 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 | $53,375 | 21 | $930,076 |
| 2024 | $59,025 | 27 | $1.0 million |
| 2025 | $58,477 | 28 | $1.1 million |
How to apply
The filing gives no application details. Contact the foundation before you apply.
What Abbott B and Joan M Lipsky Fund funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 9 states, the most to Utah.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Utah | 7 | $31,022 |
| Iowa | 11 | $19,950 |
| Florida | 3 | $2,525 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $1,500 |
| Washington | 1 | $1,500 |
| New York | 2 | $1,100 |
| Maryland | 1 | $500 |
| Illinois | 1 | $200 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $180 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Individual | General operating needs | $16,022 |
| Mercy Foundation | General operating need | $6,200 |
| Individual | General operating needs | $5,000 |
| Salt Lake City Rotary Foundation | General operations | $3,250 |
| Utah Opera Symphony | General operating needs | $3,000 |
| Individual | Geral operating needs | $2,500 |
| I-Club Fund | General operating needs | $2,400 |
| Cedar Valley Humane Society | General operating fund | $2,200 |
| Temple Judah | General operating funds | $2,000 |
| Cedar Rapids Museum of Art | General operating need | $1,500 |
| Cedar Rapids Opera Theater | General operating needs | $1,500 |
| Seattle Art Museum | Geral operating needs | $1,500 |
| The Federalist Society | General operating funds | $1,500 |
| Individual | General operating need | $1,000 |
| Orchestra Iowa | General operating needs | $1,000 |
| Jewish National Fund | General operating needs | $1,000 |
| The McGillis School | General operating funds | $1,000 |
| Theater Cedar Rapids | General operating fund | $1,000 |
| Sarasota Orchestra | General operating fund | $1,000 |
| Coe College | Feller scholarship fund | $1,000 |
| University of Iowa Libraries | General operating needs | $650 |
| Shelter Box USA Inc | General operating needs | $525 |
| Aopa Foundation | General operating needs | $500 |
| Brucemore Historical Museum | General operating fund | $500 |
| Pinyon Montessori School | General operating funds | $250 |
| Individual | General operating fund | $200 |
| Harold Grinspoon Foundation | General operating funds | $180 |
| Jewish Philanthropies of Buffalo | General operating fund | $100 |
Officers and trustees
- Ann M Lipsky
Questions people ask
Does Abbott B and Joan M Lipsky Fund accept grant applications?
Its filing does not say. Contact the foundation before applying.
How much does Abbott B and Joan M Lipsky Fund give?
$58,477 in tax year 2025, across 28 grants, with a typical grant of $1,000.
Who runs Abbott B and Joan M Lipsky Fund?
Its 2025 filing lists Ann M Lipsky (Trustee).
What does Abbott B and Joan M Lipsky Fund fund?
Based on its grants, mainly arts and culture, faith communities and education.