RJL Charitable Foundation
Preselected recipients only
RJL Charitable Foundation is a private foundation in Douglaston, New York. In tax year 2025 it gave $328,796 in 21 grants; the typical grant was $3,708 and the largest $135,000. 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$328,796
- Number of grants21
- Typical grant$3,708
- Largest grant$135,000
- Assets$29,917
- New grantees52%
Giving in 2025 was up from $210,564 the year before.
52% of its 2025 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 | $194,983 | 15 | $10,634 |
| 2024 | $210,564 | 19 | $51,101 |
| 2025 | $328,796 | 21 | $29,917 |
How to apply
RJL Charitable 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 RJL Charitable Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to New York.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 17 | $324,702 |
| Connecticut | 1 | $1,854 |
| Florida | 2 | $1,210 |
| Pennsylvania | 1 | $1,030 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New Museum | General support | $135,000 |
| NYU Faces | General support | $50,000 |
| Memorial Sloan Kettering | General support | $50,000 |
| The Hampton Synagogue | General support | $25,400 |
| Yeshiva of South Shore | General support | $20,000 |
| Friends of Idf | General support | $10,000 |
| Go With Courage | General support | $5,000 |
| Canopy Canopy Canopy Inc | General support | $5,000 |
| The Shakh Family Foundation | General support | $5,000 |
| The Brotherhood | General support | $3,986 |
| Jewish National Fund | General support | $3,708 |
| Old Westbury Hebrew Congregation | General support | $3,360 |
| Children's Museum of Manhattan | General support | $3,198 |
| St Marys Hospital | General support | $2,500 |
| American Friends of Chabad of Portugal Inc | General support | $1,854 |
| Our Place | General support | $1,050 |
| Maccabi USA Inc | General support | $1,030 |
| Shiloh Israel Children | General support | $1,030 |
| Alzheimer Drug Discovery Foundation | General support | $1,000 |
| Urban Upbound | General support | $500 |
| National Jewish Memorial Wall | General support | $180 |
Officers and trustees
- Jeffrey Levine
- Randi Levine
- Michael Kessler
Questions people ask
Does RJL Charitable Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does RJL Charitable Foundation give?
$328,796 in tax year 2025, across 21 grants, with a typical grant of $3,708.
Who runs RJL Charitable Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Jeffrey Levine (Director), Randi Levine (Director) and Michael Kessler (Director).
What does RJL Charitable Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly arts and culture, faith communities and youth programs.