The Bernard & Muriel Lauren Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Bernard & Muriel Lauren Foundation is a private foundation in Purchase, New York. In tax year 2025 it gave $305,000 in 34 grants; the typical grant was $10,000 and the largest $25,000. 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$305,000
- Number of grants34
- Typical grant$10,000
- Largest grant$25,000
- Assets$5.6 million
- New grantees56%
Giving in 2025 was up from $280,000 the year before.
56% 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 | $225,400 | 23 | $5.1 million |
| 2024 | $280,000 | 16 | $5.4 million |
| 2025 | $305,000 | 34 | $5.6 million |
How to apply
The Bernard & Muriel Lauren 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 The Bernard & Muriel Lauren Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 9 states, the most to New York.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 17 | $160,000 |
| Connecticut | 3 | $45,000 |
| District of Columbia | 3 | $22,500 |
| Florida | 3 | $20,000 |
| New Jersey | 2 | $20,000 |
| California | 2 | $12,500 |
| Massachusetts | 2 | $12,500 |
| Pennsylvania | 1 | $10,000 |
| Arizona | 1 | $2,500 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Fordham Prepatory School | Education | $25,000 |
| Rye Arts Center | General purposes | $25,000 |
| Greenwich Historical Society | General purposes | $25,000 |
| Mount Sinai Hospital | General purposes | $15,000 |
| Abilis | Assist needy | $10,000 |
| Breakthrough New York Inc | General purposes | $10,000 |
| Central Park Conservatory | General purposes | $10,000 |
| Georgetown University | Education | $10,000 |
| Mission First Housing Group | General purposes | $10,000 |
| New York Law School | Education | $10,000 |
| Operation of Hope | General purposes | $10,000 |
| Skylands Sanctuary & Animal Rescue | General purposes | $10,000 |
| Rye Free Reading Room | General purposes | $10,000 |
| Sprye | General purposes | $10,000 |
| Adam J Lewis Academy | General purposes | $10,000 |
| Orphan Anni-Mals Farm Sanctuary | General purposes | $10,000 |
| Shriners Children's | General purposes | $10,000 |
| American Red Corss | General purposes | $10,000 |
| Cancer Support Team | General purposes | $10,000 |
| Big Brothers Big Sisters of America | General purposes | $7,500 |
| Christopher Mello Scholarship Foundation | General purposes | $7,500 |
| Port Chester Carver Center | General purposes | $5,000 |
| Rye Nature Center | General purpsoes | $5,000 |
| Stephen Siller Tunnel to Towers Foundation | General purposes | $5,000 |
| The Osborn Foundation | General purposes | $5,000 |
| St Jude Children's Research Hospital | General purposes | $5,000 |
| Irish American Partnership | General purposes | $5,000 |
| Don Bosco Community Center | General purposes | $5,000 |
| Red Sneakers for Oakley | Assist needy | $2,500 |
| Xavier Mission | General purposes | $2,500 |
| Leukemia and Lymphoma Society | General purposes | $2,500 |
| Friends of CCHRS | General purposes | $2,500 |
| Foster Love | General purposes | $2,500 |
| New Pathways for Youth | General purposes | $2,500 |
Officers and trustees
- Mari J Galvin
- Keelin C Pye
Questions people ask
Does The Bernard & Muriel Lauren Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Bernard & Muriel Lauren Foundation give?
$305,000 in tax year 2025, across 34 grants, with a typical grant of $10,000.
Who runs The Bernard & Muriel Lauren Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Mari J Galvin (Trustee) and Keelin C Pye (Trustee).
What does The Bernard & Muriel Lauren Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, arts and culture and health.