Lessing Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Lessing Foundation is a private foundation in New York, New York. In tax year 2024 it gave $10,080 in 7 grants; the typical grant was $500 and the largest $6,000. 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$10,080
- Number of grants7
- Typical grant$500
- Largest grant$6,000
- Assets$196,946
- New grantees14%
Giving in 2024 was down from $12,615 the year before.
14% of its 2024 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | $17,120 | 8 | $167,584 |
| 2023 | $12,615 | 9 | $194,042 |
| 2024 | $10,080 | 7 | $196,946 |
How to apply
Lessing 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.
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in New York.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 7 | $10,080 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| American Friends of Tel Aviv University | To help with the charities main purpose | $6,000 |
| Leo Baeck Institute | To help with the charities main purpose | $2,100 |
| American Friends of the Israel Museum | To help with the charity's main purpose | $1,100 |
| Artis | To help with charities caus\e | $500 |
| Park Avenue Synagogue | To help with the charities main purpose | $180 |
| Dorot | To help with the charities main purpose | $100 |
| The Blue Card Inc | To help with the charities main purpose | $100 |
Officers and trustees
- Joan Lessing
Questions people ask
Does Lessing Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Lessing Foundation give?
$10,080 in tax year 2024, across 7 grants, with a typical grant of $500.
Who runs Lessing Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Joan Lessing (President).