The Levitt Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Levitt Foundation is a private foundation in Potomac, Maryland. In tax year 2024 it gave $1.3 million in 46 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 and the largest $335,000. 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$1.3 million
- Number of grants46
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$335,000
- Assets$8.3 million
- New grantees20%
Giving in 2024 was down from $1.5 million the year before.
20% of its 2024 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 | $1.5 million | 51 | $16.3 million |
| 2024 | $1.3 million | 46 | $8.3 million |
How to apply
The Levitt 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 Levitt Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 10 states, the most to Maryland.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Maryland | 11 | $408,680 |
| District of Columbia | 7 | $328,500 |
| California | 6 | $301,850 |
| Iowa | 13 | $146,810 |
| Illinois | 2 | $64,050 |
| New York | 3 | $20,600 |
| Arizona | 1 | $5,500 |
| Minnesota | 1 | $3,000 |
| Nebraska | 1 | $100 |
| Wisconsin | 1 | $50 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Jewish Federation of Greater Washington | General support | $335,000 |
| Curebound | General support | $300,000 |
| Smithsonian Institution | General support | $110,000 |
| Des Moines Art Center | General support | $75,200 |
| American Israel Education Foundation | General support | $75,000 |
| Milton Gottesman Jewish Day School of the Nation's Capital | General support | $75,000 |
| Northwestern University | General support | $64,000 |
| Edlavitch DC Jewish Community Center | General support | $40,000 |
| Chabad Shul of Potomac | General support | $26,000 |
| University of Iowa | General support | $25,000 |
| Pef Israel Endowment Funds Inc | General support | $20,000 |
| The Washington Institute for Near East Policy | General support | $20,000 |
| Jewish Federation of Greater Des Moines | General support | $15,000 |
| Leveling the Playing Field | General support | $15,000 |
| Greater Washington Community Kollel | General support | $10,000 |
| The Backstorygroup | General support | $10,000 |
| Iowa Hillel | General support | $8,600 |
| Israel on Campus Coalition | General support | $7,500 |
| The Froth and Bubble Foundation for Food Assistance | General support | $5,500 |
| Tifereth Israel Synagogue | General support | $5,360 |
| Charles E Smith Jewish Day School | General support | $5,180 |
| Des Moines Symphony | General support | $5,000 |
| Iowa Jewish Historical Society | General support | $5,000 |
| Stanley Museum of Art | General support | $5,000 |
| Walker Art Center | General support | $3,000 |
| Jewish Community Relations Council of Greater Washington | General support | $2,500 |
| Zionist Rabbinic Coalition | General support | $2,500 |
| Des Moines Performing Arts | General support | $1,500 |
| Adas Israel Congregation | General support | $1,000 |
| Meor Maryland | General support | $1,000 |
| Nature Sacred | General support | $1,000 |
| Palm Springs Art Museum | General support | $1,000 |
| Desert Community Foundation | General support | $550 |
| Alef Bet Montessori School | General support | $500 |
| Boys & Girls Clubs of Central Iowa | General support | $500 |
| Museum of Arts & Design | General support | $500 |
| The Brenton Arboretum | General support | $500 |
| Beit T'shuvah | General support | $100 |
| Des Moines Metro Opera | General support | $100 |
| Jewish Family Service of the Desert | General support | $100 |
Officers and trustees
- Jeanne Levitt
- Randall Levitt
- Mark Levitt
Questions people ask
Does The Levitt Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Levitt Foundation give?
$1.3 million in tax year 2024, across 46 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs The Levitt Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Jeanne Levitt (Secretary), Randall Levitt (President/Treasurer) and Mark Levitt (Vice President/Asst. Secre).
What does The Levitt Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, education and arts and culture.