Lybss Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Lybss Foundation is a private foundation in Brooklyn, New York. In tax year 2024 it gave $106,250 in 15 grants; the typical grant was $4,330 and the largest $24,500. 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$106,250
- Number of grants15
- Typical grant$4,330
- Largest grant$24,500
- Assets$1.9 million
- New grantees47%
Giving in 2024 was down from $149,040 the year before.
47% of its 2024 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a sign it is open to new organizations.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | $202,135 | 19 | $2.1 million |
| 2023 | $149,040 | 14 | $2.0 million |
| 2024 | $106,250 | 15 | $1.9 million |
How to apply
Lybss 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 Lybss Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to New York.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 14 | $101,250 |
| New Jersey | 1 | $5,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Cong Bais Chinuch Atares Bnos | General suppot | $24,500 |
| Various Contributions Less Than 1500 | General suppot | $19,835 |
| Congregation Hisachdus Avreichim of Bates | General support | $14,500 |
| KZM | General suppot | $7,010 |
| Cong Keren Ezrah | General support | $6,000 |
| Yeshiva Tiferes Chaim | General support | $5,000 |
| Cong Chaim Vchesed | General suppot | $5,000 |
| Cong Knesseth Mordechai Inc | General suppot | $4,330 |
| Cong Kahal Adas Chasidim | General support | $3,700 |
| Cong Ohr Hatorah Monsey | General suppot | $3,000 |
| Cong Imrei Pinchus Koritz | General support | $3,000 |
| Cong Emunah Vchesed | General suppot | $3,000 |
| Cong Bnos Sanz | General suppot | $2,875 |
| Cong V'yoel Moshe | General support | $2,500 |
| Cong Ezer Yeshiva | General support | $2,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Joseph Spitz
Questions people ask
Does Lybss Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Lybss Foundation give?
$106,250 in tax year 2024, across 15 grants, with a typical grant of $4,330.
Who runs Lybss Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Joseph Spitz (Officer).
What does Lybss Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities.