The Lazard Charitable Foundation
Accepts applications
The Lazard Charitable Foundation is a private foundation in New York, New York. In tax year 2024 it gave $1.6 million in 437 grants; the typical grant was $500 and the largest $670,100. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$1.6 million
- Number of grants437
- Typical grant$500
- Largest grant$670,100
- Assets$9,659
- New grantees66%
Giving in 2024 was down from $1.6 million the year before.
66% 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 | $1.6 million | 383 | $65,025 |
| 2024 | $1.6 million | 437 | $9,659 |
How to apply
| Contact | Lazard Charitable Foundation 30 Rockefeller Plaza, New York, NY 10112 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (212) 632-6748, lazardfoundation@lazard.com |
| What to submit | Letter form; description of the organization and its activities |
| Restrictions | Ineligible organizations: religious organizations, government agencies, political organizations,lobbying groups, labor, fraternal organizations, business or industry associations charitable organizations classified as private foundations and 501(c)(3) that are further classified as 509(a)(3) type III supporting organizations |
What The Lazard Charitable Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 37 states, the most to New York.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 154 | $1.1 million |
| California | 46 | $166,046 |
| New Jersey | 49 | $40,925 |
| Illinois | 17 | $29,262 |
| Massachusetts | 15 | $25,032 |
| Pennsylvania | 12 | $23,353 |
| Florida | 10 | $16,970 |
| Minnesota | 11 | $13,201 |
| Connecticut | 16 | $11,835 |
| Texas | 13 | $11,701 |
Grants paid in 2024
Officers and trustees
- Steven Pearl
- Ronald Temple
Questions people ask
Does The Lazard Charitable Foundation accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications.
How much does The Lazard Charitable Foundation give?
$1.6 million in tax year 2024, across 437 grants, with a typical grant of $500.
Who runs The Lazard Charitable Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Steven Pearl (Chairman of the Board) and Ronald Temple (Director).
What does The Lazard Charitable Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, youth programs and arts and culture.