Shavit Charitable Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Shavit Charitable Foundation is a private foundation in New York, New York. In tax year 2024 it gave $74,800 in 17 grants; the typical grant was $2,800 and the largest $21,000. 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$74,800
- Number of grants17
- Typical grant$2,800
- Largest grant$21,000
- Assets$1.4 million
- New grantees71%
Giving in 2024 was down from $80,200 the year before.
71% 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 | $80,200 | 15 | $1.5 million |
| 2024 | $74,800 | 17 | $1.4 million |
How to apply
Shavit 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 Shavit Charitable Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 5 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 8 | $47,300 |
| New York | 6 | $20,500 |
| Florida | 1 | $6,000 |
| New Jersey | 1 | $6,000 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $5,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Yavneh Hebrew Academy | Support | $21,000 |
| Valley Torah School | Support | $13,500 |
| The Jewish Center | Support | $10,000 |
| Yeshivas Torah Emes | Support | $6,000 |
| Yeshiva of Cherry Hill | Support | $6,000 |
| Jewish Institute for Natl Sec Affai | Support | $5,000 |
| Young Israel of Avenue J | Support | $5,000 |
| Congregation Bais Yehuda | Support | $3,500 |
| Bikur Cholim | Support | $2,800 |
| Yeshiva Rav Isacson | Support | $2,500 |
| Congregation Bnei Torah | Support | $2,500 |
| Congregation Shaarei Tefila | Support | $2,000 |
| Chai Life Line | Support | $1,000 |
| Yeshiva University | Support | $1,000 |
| Yeshiva Gedolah of Los Angeles | Support | $1,000 |
| Mesivta of Greater Los Angeles | Support | $1,000 |
| Meir Baal Hanes Charities | Support | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Simcha Lyons
- Allan Genauer
- Avi Lyons
- Michael Genauer
Questions people ask
Does Shavit Charitable Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Shavit Charitable Foundation give?
$74,800 in tax year 2024, across 17 grants, with a typical grant of $2,800.
Who runs Shavit Charitable Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Simcha Lyons (Trustee), Allan Genauer (Trustee), Avi Lyons (Trustee) and Michael Genauer (Trustee).
What does Shavit Charitable Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities and education.