Llewellyn Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Llewellyn Family Foundation is a private foundation in Harrison, New York. In tax year 2025 it gave $10.1 million in 6 grants; the typical grant was $1.8 million and the largest $3.5 million. 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$10.1 million
- Number of grants6
- Typical grant$1.8 million
- Largest grant$3.5 million
- Assets$73.0 million
- New grantees33%
Giving in 2025 was up from $3.0 million 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 | $3.0 million | 10 | $68.4 million |
| 2024 | $3.0 million | 10 | $73.6 million |
| 2025 | $10.1 million | 6 | $73.0 million |
How to apply
Llewellyn Family 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 Llewellyn Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to New York.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 5 | $10.0 million |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $35,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| The Studio Museum in Harlem | To support the capital campaign | $3.5 million |
| The Rogosin Institute Inc | To establish the j. Bruce llewellyn kidney health initiative | $3.0 million |
| Village Academies Network Inc | To support the j. Bruce llewellyn college preparatory program. | $2.5 million |
| Harlem Academy | To establish the llewellyn scholarship endowment fund | $1.0 million |
| Georgetown University | To support the mchenry fellows fund school of foreign service | $35,000 |
| School of American Ballet Inc | To support the carolyn wright lewis scholarship fund ($11,958) and operational support for expanded 6th-floor artistic health and wellness student center | $35,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Alexandra Llewellyn Clancy
- Maurice Sonnenberg
- Edward Lewis
- Donald F McHenry
Questions people ask
Does Llewellyn Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Llewellyn Family Foundation give?
$10.1 million in tax year 2025, across 6 grants, with a typical grant of $1.8 million.
Who runs Llewellyn Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Alexandra Llewellyn Clancy (Director, President, Chairperson), Maurice Sonnenberg (Director, Vice President), Edward Lewis (Director, Treasurer) and Donald F McHenry (Director, Secretary).
What does Llewellyn Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, arts and culture and health.