Lapidus Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Lapidus Family Foundation is a private foundation in New York, New York. In tax year 2024 it gave $285,000 in 13 grants; the typical grant was $20,000 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$285,000
- Number of grants13
- Typical grant$20,000
- Largest grant$50,000
- Assets$5.1 million
- New grantees62%
Giving in 2024 was up from $196,500 the year before.
62% 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 | $196,500 | 15 | $5.1 million |
| 2024 | $285,000 | 13 | $5.1 million |
How to apply
Lapidus 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 Lapidus Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 5 states, the most to New York.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 9 | $188,500 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $50,000 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $25,000 |
| Michigan | 1 | $20,000 |
| New Jersey | 1 | $1,500 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Madison Square Park Conservancy | General support | $50,000 |
| Spark Youth | General support | $50,000 |
| UMass Amherst Foundation | General support | $50,000 |
| Delivering Good | General support | $28,000 |
| Central Synagogue | General support | $25,000 |
| Rene Moawad Foundation | General support | $25,000 |
| University of Michigan | General support | $20,000 |
| NYU Langone Health | General support | $10,000 |
| Ant-Defamation League | General support | $10,000 |
| Central Park Medical Unit | General support | $10,000 |
| Art that Serves | General support | $5,000 |
| The Valerie Fund | General support | $1,500 |
| Chester School of Long Island | General support | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- CAROL C Lapidus
Questions people ask
Does Lapidus Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Lapidus Family Foundation give?
$285,000 in tax year 2024, across 13 grants, with a typical grant of $20,000.
Who runs Lapidus Family Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists CAROL C Lapidus (President).
What does Lapidus Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly environment and conservation, education and health.