Rivkie and Lance Hirt Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Rivkie and Lance Hirt Foundation is a private foundation in Lawrence, New York. In tax year 2024 it gave $511,500 in 23 grants; the typical grant was $10,000 and the largest $110,000. 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$511,500
- Number of grants23
- Typical grant$10,000
- Largest grant$110,000
- Assets$1.7 million
- New grantees74%
Giving in 2024 was down from $588,500 the year before.
74% 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $588,500 | 14 | $1.4 million |
| 2024 | $511,500 | 23 | $1.7 million |
How to apply
Rivkie and Lance Hirt 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 Rivkie and Lance Hirt Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its US grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to New York. It also paid $15,000 in 1 grant to recipients outside the US.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 16 | $386,500 |
| New Jersey | 5 | $60,000 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $50,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Riets | Contribution | $110,000 |
| Hebrew Academy of Long Beach | Contribution | $100,000 |
| Harvard Business School | Contribution | $50,000 |
| Orthodox Union | Contribution | $35,000 |
| Young Israel of Lawrence-Cedarhurst | Contribution | $30,000 |
| Ohr Torah Stone Institutions of Israel | Contribution | $25,000 |
| Center for Initiatives in Jewish Education | Contribution | $20,000 |
| Halacha Educational Center | Contribution | $20,000 |
| Yeshivat Hakotel | Contribution | $15,000 |
| Avigdors Helping Hand | Contribution | $11,100 |
| Manhattan Jewish Experience Synagogue | Contribution | $10,000 |
| Thrive Study Abroad Israel | Contribution | $10,000 |
| Congregation Ahavat Shalom | Contribution | $10,000 |
| Congregation Ohr Ha Torah | Contribution | $10,000 |
| Minchas Asher Foundation | Contribution | $10,000 |
| Yeshiva of Central Queens | Contribution | $10,000 |
| Tzohar Israel Foundation | Contribution | $10,000 |
| Amer Friends of Itim | Contribution | $7,500 |
| Colel Chabad | Contribution | $5,400 |
| UJA Federation of Ny | Contribution | $5,000 |
| Camp Hasc | Contribution | $2,500 |
| Achiezer Community Resource Center | Contribution | $2,500 |
| RCCS | Contribution | $2,500 |
Officers and trustees
- Lance Hirt
- Rivkie Hart
Questions people ask
Does Rivkie and Lance Hirt Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Rivkie and Lance Hirt Foundation give?
$511,500 in tax year 2024, across 23 grants, with a typical grant of $10,000.
Who runs Rivkie and Lance Hirt Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Lance Hirt (Trustee) and Rivkie Hart (Trustee).
What does Rivkie and Lance Hirt Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education and faith communities.