Rivka Leists Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Rivka Leists Foundation is a private foundation in Lakewood, New Jersey. In tax year 2024 it gave $13,520 in 7 grants; the typical grant was $500 and the largest $10,000. 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$13,520
- Number of grants7
- Typical grant$500
- Largest grant$10,000
- Assets$446,683
- New grantees57%
Giving in 2024 was down from $66,640 the year before.
57% 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 | $66,640 | 13 | $401,236 |
| 2024 | $13,520 | 7 | $446,683 |
How to apply
Rivka Leists 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 Rivka Leists Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to New York.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 5 | $12,120 |
| New Jersey | 2 | $1,400 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Shuvu Return Inc | To support religious causes | $10,000 |
| Congregation Zichron Yisroel | To support religious causes | $1,000 |
| Bostoner Bais Medrash of Lawrence | To support religious causes | $900 |
| Friends of Bikur Cholim Ezrat Achim | To support religious causes | $500 |
| Various Below 500 | To support religious causes | $400 |
| Zichron Avotezras Achim | To support religious causes | $360 |
| Ladies Bikur Cholim D'satmar | To support religious causes | $360 |
Officers and trustees
- Rivka Molinsky
- Alexander Efraim Molinsky
Questions people ask
Does Rivka Leists Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Rivka Leists Foundation give?
$13,520 in tax year 2024, across 7 grants, with a typical grant of $500.
Who runs Rivka Leists Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Rivka Molinsky (President) and Alexander Efraim Molinsky (Secretary).
What does Rivka Leists Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities.