Carl Lesnor Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Carl Lesnor Family Foundation is a private foundation in Melville, New York. In tax year 2024 it gave $425,000 in 15 grants; the typical grant was $30,000 and the largest $70,000. 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$425,000
- Number of grants15
- Typical grant$30,000
- Largest grant$70,000
- Assets$6.3 million
- New grantees40%
Giving in 2024 was up from $321,000 the year before.
40% 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 | $321,000 | 12 | $5.9 million |
| 2024 | $425,000 | 15 | $6.3 million |
How to apply
Carl Lesnor Family 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 Carl Lesnor Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 6 states, the most to New York.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 7 | $258,000 |
| Massachusetts | 3 | $90,000 |
| California | 2 | $57,000 |
| Vermont | 1 | $11,000 |
| Connecticut | 1 | $5,000 |
| Pennsylvania | 1 | $4,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Archipelago Books | Arts, culture, and humanities | $70,000 |
| Grid Books | To support operations with the goal of expanding book publishing | $57,000 |
| Palestine Legal | Legal internship | $52,000 |
| Worcester Art Museum | Arts, culture, and humanities | $48,000 |
| Peace Action Fund of New York State | Promote non-violent resolution of conflict, | $43,000 |
| The New Masses Foundation | Arts, culture, and humanities | $40,000 |
| Parole Prep | Supports currently and formerly incarcerated new yorkers through advocacy, litigation, and community care | $32,000 |
| Boston Arts Ensemble | Arts, culture, and humanities | $30,000 |
| Global Medical Knowledge Alliance Inc | Provide cancer and trauma educational resources, medical and surgical supplies. | $12,000 |
| Restorative Community Justice of Southern Vermont | Provide restorative justice practices | $11,000 |
| Doctors Without Borders | To provide medical assistance to people in need | $10,000 |
| Brooklyn Bodega | Arts, culture, and humanities | $6,000 |
| Mount Tamalpais College | To provide in support of the education program | $5,000 |
| Freedom Reads | Provides books to prisons | $5,000 |
| Marlboro School of Music Inc | To support the musical program | $4,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Dana H Marti
- Kenneth Estey
Questions people ask
Does Carl Lesnor Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Carl Lesnor Family Foundation give?
$425,000 in tax year 2024, across 15 grants, with a typical grant of $30,000.
Who runs Carl Lesnor Family Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Dana H Marti (Dir./ Pres./ Treas.) and Kenneth Estey (Dir./ Vice Pres.).
What does Carl Lesnor Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly arts and culture, health and international.