Levy Charitable Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Levy Charitable Foundation is a private foundation in Wellesley, Massachusetts. In tax year 2025 it gave $39,000 in 5 grants; the typical grant was $10,000 and the largest $17,000. 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$39,000
- Number of grants5
- Typical grant$10,000
- Largest grant$17,000
- Assets$314,560
- New grantees60%
Giving in 2025 was up from $18,000 the year before.
60% 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 | $42,000 | 2 | $252,019 |
| 2024 | $18,000 | 2 | $296,291 |
| 2025 | $39,000 | 5 | $314,560 |
How to apply
Levy Charitable 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 Levy Charitable Foundation funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in Massachusetts.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Massachusetts | 5 | $39,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Combined Jewish Philanthropies | To further entity's exempt purpose | $17,000 |
| The Tenacre School | To further entity's exempt purpose | $10,000 |
| Fessenden School | To further entity's exempt purpose | $10,000 |
| Mass Eye & Ear | To further entity's exempt purpose | $1,000 |
| PMC Jimmy Fund | To further entity's exempt purpose | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Geoffrey W Levy
- Roberta Morse Levy
Questions people ask
Does Levy Charitable Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Levy Charitable Foundation give?
$39,000 in tax year 2025, across 5 grants, with a typical grant of $10,000.
Who runs Levy Charitable Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Geoffrey W Levy (Trustee) and Roberta Morse Levy (Trustee).
What does Levy Charitable Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education.