Lawrence B Taishoff Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Lawrence B Taishoff Foundation is a private foundation in Garden City, New York. In tax year 2025 it gave $84,500 in 17 grants; the typical grant was $4,000 and the largest $18,500. 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$84,500
- Number of grants17
- Typical grant$4,000
- Largest grant$18,500
- Assets$1.9 million
- New grantees24%
Giving in 2025 was up from $69,704 the year before.
24% 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 | $80,500 | 16 | $1.7 million |
| 2024 | $69,704 | 13 | $1.8 million |
| 2025 | $84,500 | 17 | $1.9 million |
How to apply
Lawrence B Taishoff 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 Lawrence B Taishoff Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 7 states, the most to Virginia.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Virginia | 6 | $32,000 |
| District of Columbia | 3 | $19,000 |
| Maryland | 3 | $11,500 |
| Connecticut | 1 | $7,500 |
| Alaska | 2 | $7,000 |
| New York | 1 | $5,000 |
| Texas | 1 | $2,500 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| St Dunstans Episcopal Church | General support | $18,500 |
| Bread for the City | General support | $10,000 |
| Trinity College | General support | $7,500 |
| American Music Therapy | General support | $5,000 |
| Doctors Without Borders | General support | $5,000 |
| Hips | General support | $5,000 |
| Meals on Wheels | General support | $5,000 |
| Promise Landing Farm | General support | $5,000 |
| Big Brothers Big Sisters of Alaska | General support | $4,000 |
| Hungry for Music | General support | $4,000 |
| Alaska Fellows Program | General support | $3,000 |
| American Legion Post 24 | General support | $2,500 |
| Arlington Food Assistance Center | General support | $2,500 |
| Patriot Paws | General support | $2,500 |
| Share | General support | $2,500 |
| Christ Church | General support | $1,500 |
| Temple Rodef Shalom | General support | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Martha V Taishoff
- Marjorie Taishoff
- Samuel Taishoff
- Charles Taishoff
Questions people ask
Does Lawrence B Taishoff Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Lawrence B Taishoff Foundation give?
$84,500 in tax year 2025, across 17 grants, with a typical grant of $4,000.
Who runs Lawrence B Taishoff Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Martha V Taishoff (President), Marjorie Taishoff (Vice President), Samuel Taishoff (Secretary) and Charles Taishoff (Treasurer).
What does Lawrence B Taishoff Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, food and hunger and arts and culture.