Lilly E Reiser Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
Lilly E Reiser Foundation Inc is a private foundation in New York, New York. In tax year 2025 it gave $325,000 in 3 grants; the typical grant was $100,000 and the largest $125,000. 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$325,000
- Number of grants3
- Typical grant$100,000
- Largest grant$125,000
- Assets$7.9 million
- New grantees33%
Giving in 2025 was up from $200,000 the year before.
33% 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 | $300,000 | 3 | $6.9 million |
| 2024 | $200,000 | 2 | $7.4 million |
| 2025 | $325,000 | 3 | $7.9 million |
How to apply
Lilly E Reiser Foundation Inc 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 Lilly E Reiser Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to New York.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 1 | $125,000 |
| Connecticut | 1 | $100,000 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $100,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Hebrew Free Loan Society Inc | General charitable purposes | $125,000 |
| Hillel International | General charitable purposes | $100,000 |
| United Jewish Federation of Greater Stamford New Canaan & Darien | General charitable purposes | $100,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Timothy Costello
- John Costello
- Katherine Costello
- Kevin Costello
Questions people ask
Does Lilly E Reiser Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Lilly E Reiser Foundation Inc give?
$325,000 in tax year 2025, across 3 grants, with a typical grant of $100,000.
Who runs Lilly E Reiser Foundation Inc?
Its 2025 filing lists Timothy Costello (President/ Director), John Costello (Vice President/Director), Katherine Costello (Secretary/Director) and Kevin Costello (Treasurer/Director).
What does Lilly E Reiser Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities and international.