Alexander M Lewyt and Elisabeth Lewyt Wholly Charitable Trust
Preselected recipients only
Alexander M Lewyt and Elisabeth Lewyt Wholly Charitable Trust is a private foundation in Locust Valley, New York. In tax year 2024 it gave $5.9 million in 31 grants; the typical grant was $35,000 and the largest $3.0 million. 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$5.9 million
- Number of grants31
- Typical grant$35,000
- Largest grant$3.0 million
- Assets$108 million
- New grantees0%
Giving in 2024 was up from $5.6 million the year before.
0% of its 2024 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, so most of its money goes to organizations it already funds.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $5.6 million | 32 | $102 million |
| 2024 | $5.9 million | 31 | $108 million |
How to apply
Alexander M Lewyt and Elisabeth Lewyt Wholly Charitable Trust 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 Alexander M Lewyt and Elisabeth Lewyt Wholly Charitable Trust funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 5 states, the most to New York.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 25 | $4.4 million |
| California | 3 | $600,000 |
| Washington | 1 | $500,000 |
| New Hampshire | 1 | $250,000 |
| Pennsylvania | 1 | $100,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| LIU College of Veterinary Medicine | Animal Welfare Education | $3.0 million |
| Helen Woodward Animal Center | Animal Welfare | $500,000 |
| North Shore Animal League NY 11050 | Animal Welfare | $500,000 |
| Greater Good Charities | Animal Welfare | $500,000 |
| ASPCA | Animal Welfare | $400,000 |
| New Hampshire Human Society | Animal Welfare | $250,000 |
| Providence Animal Shelter | Animal Welfare | $100,000 |
| Pets Lifeline | Animal Welfare | $50,000 |
| Inland Valley Humane Society | Animal Welfare | $50,000 |
| Hudson Valley Humane | Animal Welfare | $50,000 |
| Pets Alive Inc | Animal Welfare | $50,000 |
| Paws Crossed Animal Rescue | Animal Welfare | $50,000 |
| Little Shelter Animal Rescue | Animal Welfare | $50,000 |
| Cove Animal Rescue | Animal Welfare | $50,000 |
| The Shelter Connection | Animal Welfare | $40,000 |
| Friends of Verona Animal Shelter | Animal Welfare | $35,000 |
| Humane Society of Westchester | Animal Welfare | $35,000 |
| Nassau County SPCA | Animal Welfare | $20,000 |
| Suffolk County SPCA | Animal Welfare | $20,000 |
| Kent Animal Shelter | Animal Welfare | $20,000 |
| Paws of War NY | Animal Welfare | $20,000 |
| Last Hope Animal Rescue | Animal Welfare | $15,000 |
| Bobby and the Strays | Animal Welfare | $15,000 |
| Almost Home Animal Rescue Inc | Animal Welfare | $10,000 |
| Ruff House Rescue | Animal Welfare | $10,000 |
| North Fork Animal Welfare League | Animal Welfare | $10,000 |
| Volunteers for Wildlife | Animal Welfare | $5,000 |
| Quogue Wildlife Refuge | Animal Welfare | $5,000 |
| Amaryllis Farm Equine Rescue | Animal Welfare | $5,000 |
| Give a Dog a Dream | Animal Welfare | $5,000 |
| Northport Cat Rescue Association | Animal Welfare | $3,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Wendy McColgan
- Thomas Amlicke
Questions people ask
Does Alexander M Lewyt and Elisabeth Lewyt Wholly Charitable Trust accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Alexander M Lewyt and Elisabeth Lewyt Wholly Charitable Trust give?
$5.9 million in tax year 2024, across 31 grants, with a typical grant of $35,000.
Who runs Alexander M Lewyt and Elisabeth Lewyt Wholly Charitable Trust?
Its 2024 filing lists Wendy McColgan (Trustee) and Thomas Amlicke (Trustee).
What does Alexander M Lewyt and Elisabeth Lewyt Wholly Charitable Trust fund?
Based on its grants, mainly animals, housing and homelessness and environment and conservation.