Lynn Schneider Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Lynn Schneider Foundation is a private foundation in New York, New York. In tax year 2025 it gave $324,640 in 12 grants; the typical grant was $20,000 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$324,640
- Number of grants12
- Typical grant$20,000
- Largest grant$125,000
- Assets$14.7 million
- New grantees33%
Giving in 2025 was down from $535,000 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 | $365,000 | 9 | $11.6 million |
| 2024 | $535,000 | 9 | $13.0 million |
| 2025 | $324,640 | 12 | $14.7 million |
How to apply
Lynn Schneider 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 Lynn Schneider Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its US grants went to recipients in 5 states, the most to New York. It also paid $11,000 in 1 grant to recipients outside the US.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 7 | $218,640 |
| Florida | 1 | $25,000 |
| Maryland | 1 | $25,000 |
| New Jersey | 1 | $25,000 |
| California | 1 | $20,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| United Jewish Appeal - Federation New York | Unrestricted grant for donee's exempt purpose | $125,000 |
| American Friends of Leket Israel | Unrestricted grant for donee's exempt purpose | $25,000 |
| Hias Inc | Unrestricted grant for donee's exempt purpose | $25,000 |
| Jewish Federation of Palm Beach County | Unrestricted grant for donee's exempt purpose | $25,000 |
| Nature Israel | Unrestricted grant for donee's exempt purpose | $25,000 |
| Metropolitan Opera Association Inc | Unrestricted grant for donee's exempt purpose | $20,000 |
| Miraglo Foundation | Unrestricted grant for donee's exempt purpose | $20,000 |
| Amfar | Unrestricted grant for donee's exempt purpose | $18,640 |
| Om Sakthi Narayani Siddar Peedam Charitable Trust | Unrestricted grant for donee's exempt purpose | $11,000 |
| Animal Rescue Fund of the Hamptons | Unrestricted grant for donee's exempt purpose | $10,000 |
| Children's Museum of the East End | Unrestricted grant for donee's exempt purpose | $10,000 |
| Juliard School | Unrestricted grant for donee's exempt purpose | $10,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Lynn C Schneider
- Maxwell S Joseph
- Jeremiah S Joseph
Questions people ask
Does Lynn Schneider Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Lynn Schneider Foundation give?
$324,640 in tax year 2025, across 12 grants, with a typical grant of $20,000.
Who runs Lynn Schneider Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Lynn C Schneider (President), Maxwell S Joseph (Officer) and Jeremiah S Joseph (Officer).
What does Lynn Schneider Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities and arts and culture.