The Lazarus Charitable Trust
Preselected recipients only
The Lazarus Charitable Trust is a private foundation in New York, New York. In tax year 2025 it gave $397,431 in 17 grants; the typical grant was $1,000 and the largest $375,000. 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$397,431
- Number of grants17
- Typical grant$1,000
- Largest grant$375,000
- Assets$639,066
- New grantees35%
Giving in 2025 was down from $700,778 the year before.
35% of its 2025 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $386,561 | 41 | $1.6 million |
| 2024 | $700,778 | 25 | $1.4 million |
| 2025 | $397,431 | 17 | $639,066 |
How to apply
The Lazarus Charitable Trust 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 Lazarus Charitable Trust funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to New York.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 10 | $386,256 |
| Florida | 5 | $5,175 |
| Colorado | 1 | $5,000 |
| New Jersey | 1 | $1,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New Museum | Charitable | $375,000 |
| Rosie's Broadway Kids | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Boulder Museum | Charitable | $5,000 |
| The Lord's Place | Charitable | $2,500 |
| Housing Plus Solutions Inc | Charitable | $2,000 |
| UJA | Charitable | $1,350 |
| Animal Medical Center | Charitable | $1,000 |
| Town Palm Beach United Way | Charitable | $1,000 |
| 92nd Street Y | Charitable | $1,000 |
| Raymond F Kravis Center | Charitable | $1,000 |
| West Milford Animal Shelter Society | Charitable | $1,000 |
| Carp | Charitable | $600 |
| Central Park Conservancy | Charitable | $500 |
| whittney museum | Charitable | $156 |
| Guggenheim Museum | Charitable | $150 |
| Museum of Modern Art | charitable | $100 |
| US Croquet Association | charitable | $75 |
Officers and trustees
- Joan Lazarus
Questions people ask
Does The Lazarus Charitable Trust accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Lazarus Charitable Trust give?
$397,431 in tax year 2025, across 17 grants, with a typical grant of $1,000.
Who runs The Lazarus Charitable Trust?
Its 2025 filing lists Joan Lazarus (President).
What does The Lazarus Charitable Trust fund?
Based on its grants, mainly arts and culture and animals.