The Asbjorn Lunde Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
The Asbjorn Lunde Foundation Inc is a private foundation in Newark, New Jersey. In tax year 2024 it gave $297,500 in 10 grants; the typical grant was $10,000 and the largest $125,000. 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$297,500
- Number of grants10
- Typical grant$10,000
- Largest grant$125,000
- Assets$6.9 million
- New grantees22%
Giving in 2024 was down from $1.0 million the year before.
22% 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 | $1.0 million | 19 | $23.1 million |
| 2024 | $297,500 | 10 | $6.9 million |
How to apply
The Asbjorn Lunde Foundation Inc 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 Asbjorn Lunde Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to New York.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 8 | $272,500 |
| New Hampshire | 1 | $15,000 |
| Delaware | 1 | $10,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Orchestra of St Luke's | Board discretionary grant for general operating use | $125,000 |
| American Friends of the National Portrait Gallery | General operating support | $100,000 |
| Currier Museum of Art | General operating support | $15,000 |
| Hudson Hall | Board discretionary grant for general operating use | $10,000 |
| Hudson Hall | Board discretionary grant for general operating use | $10,000 |
| Kbfus | Grant for the royal museum of fine arts, antwerp be | $10,000 |
| Newark Historical Society | General operating support | $10,000 |
| Church Street School for Music & Art | General operating support | $7,500 |
| Friends of Duane Park | General operating support | $7,500 |
| American Friends of the Mauritshuis | General operating support | $2,500 |
Officers and trustees
- Steven Kern
- John Philip
- Madeline Lanciani
- Dr George Robb
- Dr Kurt Sundstrom
Questions people ask
Does The Asbjorn Lunde Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Asbjorn Lunde Foundation Inc give?
$297,500 in tax year 2024, across 10 grants, with a typical grant of $10,000.
Who runs The Asbjorn Lunde Foundation Inc?
Its 2024 filing lists Steven Kern (President), John Philip (Secretary), Madeline Lanciani (Treasurer) and Dr George Robb (Director) among 5 officers and trustees.
What does The Asbjorn Lunde Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly arts and culture.