John-Christophe Schlesinger Foundation
Preselected recipients only
John-Christophe Schlesinger Foundation is a private foundation in Pound Ridge, New York. In tax year 2025 it gave $309,700 in 54 grants; the typical grant was $1,500 and the largest $40,000. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$309,700
- Number of grants54
- Typical grant$1,500
- Largest grant$40,000
- Assets$3.5 million
- New grantees19%
Giving in 2025 was up from $249,443 the year before.
19% of its 2025 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 | $279,693 | 50 | $3.1 million |
| 2024 | $249,443 | 50 | $3.5 million |
| 2025 | $309,700 | 54 | $3.5 million |
How to apply
John-Christophe Schlesinger 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 John-Christophe Schlesinger Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 18 states, the most to Utah.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Utah | 7 | $61,250 |
| Connecticut | 5 | $53,500 |
| Hawaii | 6 | $46,100 |
| New York | 17 | $29,600 |
| Idaho | 2 | $26,500 |
| Tennessee | 1 | $25,000 |
| Vermont | 1 | $25,000 |
| Massachusetts | 4 | $15,500 |
| Florida | 1 | $10,000 |
| Illinois | 1 | $5,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Yale New Haven Hospital | Charitable | $40,000 |
| Himalayan Cataract Project | Charitable | $25,000 |
| Human Outreach Project | Charitable | $25,000 |
| Little Sisters Fund | Charitable | $25,000 |
| One Degree Forward | Charitable | $25,000 |
| St Jude Children's Research Hospital | Charitable | $25,000 |
| Friends of Hidden Peak | Charitable | $18,750 |
| Kahakukahi Foundation | Charitable | $11,000 |
| New Canaan Country School | Charitable | $10,000 |
| Partners in Health | Charitable | $10,000 |
| Shriners Hospitals for Children | Charitable | $10,000 |
| Wasatch Adaptive Sports | Charitable | $10,000 |
| Ronald McDonald House | Charitable | $7,500 |
| Boogie on Wheelchair Vans | Charitable | $6,000 |
| Alzheimer's Association | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Doctors Without Borders | Charitable | $5,000 |
| St Paul's School | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Silverfork Skimo Foundation | Charitable | $3,000 |
| Boston Children's Hospital | Charitable | $2,500 |
| Maui Humane Society | Charitable | $2,500 |
| Snowbird Sports Education Foundation | Charitable | $2,500 |
| Stephen Siller Tunnel to Towers Foundation | Charitable | $2,500 |
| UJA Federation | Charitable | $2,500 |
| City Meals on Wheels | Charitable | $2,000 |
| KIPP Massachusetts | Charitable | $2,000 |
| Food Bank of Westchester | Charitable | $1,500 |
| Horizons | Charitable | $1,500 |
| Lee Pesky Learning Center | Charitable | $1,500 |
| Maui Arts & Cultural Center | Charitable | $1,500 |
| Robin Hood Foundation | Charitable | $1,500 |
| Mercy Ships | Charitable | $1,500 |
| Alta Community Enrichment | Charitable | $1,000 |
| Habitat for Humanity | Charitable | $1,000 |
| Multiple Myeloma Research Foundation | Charitable | $1,000 |
| Northshore Education Consortium | Charitable | $1,000 |
| Pound Ridge Volunteer Ambulance Corps | Charitable | $1,000 |
| Pound Ridge Volunteer Fire Department | Charitable | $1,000 |
| Make A Wish Foundation | Charitable | $1,000 |
| Smile Train | Charitable | $1,000 |
| Special Olympics | Charitable | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Richard Schlesinger
- Sheila Schlesinger
- A Lauren Monahan
- Katherine S Fates
Questions people ask
Does John-Christophe Schlesinger Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does John-Christophe Schlesinger Foundation give?
$309,700 in tax year 2025, across 54 grants, with a typical grant of $1,500.
Who runs John-Christophe Schlesinger Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Richard Schlesinger (Director), Sheila Schlesinger (Director), A Lauren Monahan (Director) and Katherine S Fates (Director).
What does John-Christophe Schlesinger Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly health, youth programs and science and research.