Lemlem Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Lemlem Foundation is a private foundation in White Plains, New York. In tax year 2025 it gave $20,000 in 1 grant; the typical grant was $20,000 and the largest $20,000. 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$20,000
- Number of grants1
- Typical grant$20,000
- Largest grant$20,000
- Assets$61,007
- New grantees0%
Giving in 2025 was down from $50,000 the year before.
0% of its 2025 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 | $34,000 | 1 | $64,849 |
| 2024 | $50,000 | 2 | $60,966 |
| 2025 | $20,000 | 1 | $61,007 |
How to apply
Lemlem 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 Lemlem Foundation funds
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Soko Community Trust | General | $20,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Liya T Kebede
- Melissa Janis
Questions people ask
Does Lemlem Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Lemlem Foundation give?
$20,000 in tax year 2025, across 1 grant, with a typical grant of $20,000.
Who runs Lemlem Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Liya T Kebede (President) and Melissa Janis (Executive Director).
What does Lemlem Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly international.