Lisa & Michael Leffell Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Lisa & Michael Leffell Foundation is a private foundation in New York, New York. In tax year 2024 it gave $1.9 million in 54 grants; the typical grant was $20,000 and the largest $262,240. 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$1.9 million
- Number of grants54
- Typical grant$20,000
- Largest grant$262,240
- Assets$17.1 million
- New grantees22%
Giving in 2024 was down from $3.9 million the year before.
22% 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 | $3.9 million | 58 | $18.4 million |
| 2024 | $1.9 million | 54 | $17.1 million |
How to apply
Lisa & Michael Leffell 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 Lisa & Michael Leffell Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its US grants went to recipients in 11 states, the most to New York. It also paid $8,600 in 2 grants to recipients outside the US.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 25 | $838,668 |
| District of Columbia | 6 | $507,240 |
| Florida | 7 | $233,875 |
| California | 4 | $175,000 |
| Georgia | 3 | $51,800 |
| Wyoming | 1 | $40,000 |
| Illinois | 2 | $30,000 |
| Maryland | 1 | $5,000 |
| Michigan | 1 | $1,800 |
| Washington | 1 | $1,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| American Israel Education Foundation | Education | $262,240 |
| UJA Federation of New York | Jewish community building | $200,000 |
| Greater Miami Federation | General purpose | $110,000 |
| Jewish Institute for National Security of America | Education | $105,000 |
| Central Fund of Israel | General purpose | $100,000 |
| Foundation for Defense of Democracies | Education | $100,000 |
| Commentary Magazine | Public broadcasting and media | $75,000 |
| Sinai Temple | Religious education | $75,000 |
| Steven Wise Free Synagogue | Religious organization | $75,000 |
| Temple Israel Center | Religious organization | $55,000 |
| Moishe House | General purpose | $50,000 |
| Center for Israel Education | Education | $40,000 |
| Fuente Latina | General purpose | $40,000 |
| Imagination Productions Inc | Education | $40,000 |
| National Black Empowerment Council | General purpose | $40,000 |
| Zioness Movement | General purpose | $40,000 |
| The Leffell School | Education | $33,955 |
| Jlens | General purpose | $30,000 |
| Sixpoint Inc | Education | $30,000 |
| Stardust Fertility Foundation | General purpose | $30,000 |
| Anti-Defamation League | Civil rights advocacy | $25,000 |
| Hadar Institute | Education | $25,000 |
| Tablet Magazine | General purpose | $25,000 |
| Teach Nysthe Union of Orthodox Jewish Congregations | Education | $25,000 |
| A Wider Bridge | Education | $20,000 |
| Center for Peace Communications | Education | $20,000 |
| FJC | General purpose | $20,000 |
| Friends of Israel Defence Forces | Education, cultural and social service programmes to support the soliders | $20,000 |
| Israel on Campus Coalition | General purpose | $20,000 |
| Elnet | General purpose | $15,000 |
| Mount Sinai Medical Center Foundation Inc | Hospital | $15,000 |
| Young Israel of Scarsdale | Religious organization | $12,913 |
| Community Relations Police Foundation | General purpose | $10,000 |
| Institute for A Secure America Inc | General purpose | $10,000 |
| Planned Parenthood Southeast | Healthcare services and education | $10,000 |
| Project ALS | Medical research | $10,000 |
| The Louis D Brandeis Center Inc | Civil rights advocacy | $10,000 |
| The Shalem Foundation | Education | $10,000 |
| Westchester Jewish Council | Jewish community building | $10,000 |
| White Plains Hospital Medical Center Association Plant Fund | General support | $10,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Michael Leffell
- Lisa Leffell
Questions people ask
Does Lisa & Michael Leffell Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Lisa & Michael Leffell Foundation give?
$1.9 million in tax year 2024, across 54 grants, with a typical grant of $20,000.
Who runs Lisa & Michael Leffell Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Michael Leffell (Officer) and Lisa Leffell (Officer).
What does Lisa & Michael Leffell Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, faith communities and health.