Lishmah Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Lishmah Foundation is a private foundation in Beverly Hills, Michigan. In tax year 2025 it gave $96,043 in 11 grants; the typical grant was $7,500 and the largest $25,000. 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$96,043
- Number of grants11
- Typical grant$7,500
- Largest grant$25,000
- Assets$2.3 million
- New grantees88%
Giving in 2025 was up from $48,878 the year before.
88% 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 | $250,000 | 1 | $2.0 million |
| 2024 | $48,878 | 6 | $2.1 million |
| 2025 | $96,043 | 11 | $2.3 million |
How to apply
Lishmah 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 Lishmah Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 8 states, the most to North Carolina.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| North Carolina | 1 | $25,000 |
| New York | 2 | $20,000 |
| District of Columbia | 2 | $15,000 |
| Michigan | 2 | $13,543 |
| Oregon | 1 | $7,500 |
| California | 1 | $5,000 |
| Maryland | 1 | $5,000 |
| Missouri | 1 | $5,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Campaign for Southern Equality | Distribution to a qualified charity | $25,000 |
| Anera | Distribution to a qualified charity | $10,000 |
| Brac | Distribution to a qualified charity | $10,000 |
| Doctors without Borders | Distribution to a qualified charity | $10,000 |
| Habitat for Humanity Detroit | Distribution to a qualified charity | $10,000 |
| National Network of Abortion Funds | Distribution to a qualified charity | $7,500 |
| Hias | Distribution to a qualified charity | $5,000 |
| UN Refugee Agency | Distribution to a qualified charity | $5,000 |
| Individual | Housing assistance | $5,000 |
| Individual | Housing assistance | $5,000 |
| Individual | Education | $3,543 |
Officers and trustees
- Susan Mizner
- Dahlia Schwartz
- Ross Metzger
Questions people ask
Does Lishmah Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Lishmah Foundation give?
$96,043 in tax year 2025, across 11 grants, with a typical grant of $7,500.
Who runs Lishmah Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Susan Mizner (President), Dahlia Schwartz (Secretary) and Ross Metzger (Treasurer).
What does Lishmah Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly housing and homelessness.