Jerome Levy Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Jerome Levy Foundation is a private foundation in New York, New York. In tax year 2024 it gave $2.6 million in 11 grants; the typical grant was $30,000 and the largest $1.0 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$2.6 million
- Number of grants11
- Typical grant$30,000
- Largest grant$1.0 million
- Assets$42.3 million
- New grantees9%
Giving in 2024 was up from $2.4 million the year before.
9% 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 | $2.4 million | 11 | $44.5 million |
| 2024 | $2.6 million | 11 | $42.3 million |
How to apply
Jerome Levy 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.
Foundation website IRS filings on ProPublica
What Jerome Levy Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to New York.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 6 | $2.0 million |
| District of Columbia | 2 | $400,000 |
| Connecticut | 2 | $260,000 |
| Texas | 1 | $5,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Barnard College | Project support | $1.0 million |
| The Foundation for City College | Project support | $880,062 |
| Congregation Shir Shalom | Endowment support | $250,000 |
| New Venture Fund | Operating support | $250,000 |
| Academic Engagement Network | Operating support | $150,000 |
| The Jed Foundation | Operating support | $30,000 |
| United Way of Westchester & Putnam | Operating support | $30,000 |
| The Bridge Fund of New York Inc | Operating support | $15,000 |
| Westchester Land Trust Inc | Operating support | $10,000 |
| Westport Country Playhouse | Operating support | $10,000 |
| Elnor Inc | Operating support | $5,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Shelby White
- David Levy
Questions people ask
Does Jerome Levy Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Jerome Levy Foundation give?
$2.6 million in tax year 2024, across 11 grants, with a typical grant of $30,000.
Who runs Jerome Levy Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Shelby White (Trustee) and David Levy (Trustee).
What does Jerome Levy Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education.