Laughing Man Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Laughing Man Foundation is a private foundation in Quogue, New York. In tax year 2024 it gave $109,806 in 3 grants; the typical grant was $1,000 and the largest $108,221. 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$109,806
- Number of grants3
- Typical grant$1,000
- Largest grant$108,221
- Assets$1.8 million
- New grantees33%
Giving in 2024 was down from $213,423 the year before.
33% of its 2024 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 | $213,423 | 4 | $1.8 million |
| 2024 | $109,806 | 3 | $1.8 million |
How to apply
Laughing Man 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 Laughing Man Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to New York.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 2 | $109,221 |
| California | 1 | $585 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| The All Happy Festival | General support | $108,221 |
| Quogue School Heart Association | General support | $1,000 |
| Gofundme - Comfort Food for Kids With Cancer | General support | $585 |
Officers and trustees
- Barry Steingard
- David Steingard
- Felicia Zarai
Questions people ask
Does Laughing Man Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Laughing Man Foundation give?
$109,806 in tax year 2024, across 3 grants, with a typical grant of $1,000.
Who runs Laughing Man Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Barry Steingard (Director/Cfo/Secretary), David Steingard (Director/Ceo) and Felicia Zarai (Director).
What does Laughing Man Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly health, education and food and hunger.