The Assouline-Lichten Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
The Assouline-Lichten Foundation Inc is a private foundation in New York, New York. In tax year 2024 it gave $83,714 in 17 grants; the typical grant was $250 and the largest $72,250. 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$83,714
- Number of grants17
- Typical grant$250
- Largest grant$72,250
- Assets$1.5 million
- New grantees35%
Giving in 2024 was up from $46,185 the year before.
35% of its 2024 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 | $22,359 | 36 | $1.4 million |
| 2023 | $46,185 | 29 | $35,254 |
| 2024 | $83,714 | 17 | $1.5 million |
How to apply
The Assouline-Lichten Foundation Inc 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 The Assouline-Lichten Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to New York.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 14 | $82,610 |
| Pennsylvania | 2 | $1,001 |
| Virginia | 1 | $103 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| American Friend of Tel Aviv Univers | Program accomplishments | $72,250 |
| American Friend of Hebrew Universit | Program accomplishments | $5,460 |
| Friends of Ofanim | Program accomplishments | $1,000 |
| Innovation Africa | Program accomplishments | $1,000 |
| Join Israel | Program accomplishment | $1,000 |
| Pearlman Music Center | Program accomplishments | $1,000 |
| American Friends of Israel | Program accomplishments | $500 |
| Shelter Island Public Library | Support of public library | $350 |
| Jewish National Fund | Program accomplishments | $250 |
| The Jewish Museum | Program accomplishments | $250 |
| Vital Edge Fund | Program accomplishments | $150 |
| The Nature Conervancy | Program accomplishments | $103 |
| Shelter Island Ambulance Foundation | Program accomplishments | $100 |
| Shelter Island Fire Dept | Program accomplishments | $100 |
| Shelter Island Pba | Program accomplishments | $100 |
| Shelter Island Senior Citizens | Program accomplishments | $100 |
| Trustees of the University of Pa | Program accomplishments | $1 |
Officers and trustees
- Joel Assouline
- Vebeke Lichten
- Agathe Assouline-Lichten
- Arielle Assouline-Lichten
Questions people ask
Does The Assouline-Lichten Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Assouline-Lichten Foundation Inc give?
$83,714 in tax year 2024, across 17 grants, with a typical grant of $250.
Who runs The Assouline-Lichten Foundation Inc?
Its 2024 filing lists Joel Assouline (Co-President), Vebeke Lichten (Co-President), Agathe Assouline-Lichten (Director) and Arielle Assouline-Lichten (Director).
What does The Assouline-Lichten Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, arts and culture and housing and homelessness.