The LSG Charitable Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The LSG Charitable Foundation is a private foundation in Boston, Massachusetts. In tax year 2024 it gave $290,500 in 11 grants; the typical grant was $15,000 and the largest $100,000. 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$290,500
- Number of grants11
- Typical grant$15,000
- Largest grant$100,000
- Assets$15.6 million
- New grantees55%
Giving in 2024 was down from $514,500 the year before.
55% of its 2024 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 | $514,500 | 13 | $10.0 million |
| 2024 | $290,500 | 11 | $15.6 million |
How to apply
The LSG 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 The LSG Charitable Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to Texas.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Texas | 8 | $264,500 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $15,000 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $10,000 |
| New York | 1 | $1,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Temple Beth Shalom | Charitable | $100,000 |
| Breakthrough Central Texas | Charitable | $50,000 |
| St Andrew's Episcopal School | Charitable | $50,000 |
| Dell Children's Foundation | Charitable | $25,000 |
| Communities in Schools of Central Texas | Charitable | $25,000 |
| US Holocaust Memorial Museum | Charitable | $15,000 |
| Tenacre Country Day School | Charitable | $10,000 |
| Foundation Communities | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Vela | Charitable | $5,000 |
| University of Texas - Darren Walkers Scholars Program | Charitable | $4,500 |
| Central Synagogue | Charitable | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Sanford Lee Gottesman
- Lisa T Gottesaman
Questions people ask
Does The LSG Charitable Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The LSG Charitable Foundation give?
$290,500 in tax year 2024, across 11 grants, with a typical grant of $15,000.
Who runs The LSG Charitable Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Sanford Lee Gottesman (Trustee) and Lisa T Gottesaman (Trustee).
What does The LSG Charitable Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities and education.