Denise Lefrak Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Denise Lefrak Foundation is a private foundation in New York, New York. In tax year 2024 it gave $218,050 in 12 grants; the typical grant was $22,500 and the largest $50,000. 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$218,050
- Number of grants12
- Typical grant$22,500
- Largest grant$50,000
- Assets$5.9 million
- New grantees67%
Giving in 2024 was up from $188,500 the year before.
67% 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 | $188,500 | 9 | $5.7 million |
| 2024 | $218,050 | 12 | $5.9 million |
How to apply
Denise Lefrak 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 Denise Lefrak Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 5 states, the most to New York.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 6 | $136,050 |
| California | 1 | $25,000 |
| Pennsylvania | 1 | $25,000 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $20,000 |
| Florida | 3 | $12,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York STEM Cell Foundation Inc | General support | $50,000 |
| Breast Cancer Research Foundation | General support | $25,550 |
| Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center | General support | $25,000 |
| NYU Langone Health | General support | $25,000 |
| Race to Erase Ms | General support | $25,000 |
| Richard J Caron Foundation | General support | $25,000 |
| Harvard Universty | General support | $20,000 |
| Congregation of Emanu-El of the City of New York | General support | $10,000 |
| Jewish Federation of Palm Beach County Inc | General support | $6,000 |
| Palm Beach Country Club Foundation | General support | $4,000 |
| Town of Palm Beach United Way | General support | $2,000 |
| Alumnae Association of Barnard College | General support | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- Denise Lefrak
- Jennifer Bandier
- Allison B Koffman
Questions people ask
Does Denise Lefrak Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Denise Lefrak Foundation give?
$218,050 in tax year 2024, across 12 grants, with a typical grant of $22,500.
Who runs Denise Lefrak Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Denise Lefrak (President), Jennifer Bandier (Director) and Allison B Koffman (Director).
What does Denise Lefrak Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly health, education and faith communities.