The Lester & Grace Maslow Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
The Lester & Grace Maslow Foundation Inc is a private foundation in Jericho, New York. In tax year 2024 it gave $105,000 in 11 grants; the typical grant was $10,000 and the largest $30,000. 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$105,000
- Number of grants11
- Typical grant$10,000
- Largest grant$30,000
- Assets$2.3 million
- New grantees91%
Giving in 2024 was up from $95,000 the year before.
91% 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 | $95,000 | 9 | $2.1 million |
| 2024 | $105,000 | 11 | $2.3 million |
How to apply
The Lester & Grace Maslow 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 Lester & Grace Maslow Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 5 states, the most to New York.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 6 | $35,000 |
| Missouri | 1 | $30,000 |
| New Jersey | 2 | $20,000 |
| Colorado | 1 | $10,000 |
| Illinois | 1 | $10,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Washington University | General support | $30,000 |
| Elnet | General support | $10,000 |
| Feel the Beat Corp | General support | $10,000 |
| Gina Gibney Dance Inc | General support | $10,000 |
| New Jersey Performing Arts Center | General support | $10,000 |
| Prevent Child Abuse America | General support | $10,000 |
| The Valley Hospital Foundation Inc | General support | $10,000 |
| Brookvile Center for Childrens Services Inc | General support | $5,000 |
| American Friends of Magen David Adom | General support | $3,750 |
| Jewish Community Ceneter of Si Inc | General support | $3,750 |
| Sunrise Day Camps Association | General support | $2,500 |
Officers and trustees
- Edward R Haiken
- Laura Lokker
- Robert Sobel
- Phillip Berkowitz
- Bernard S Berkowitz
- Richard Sobel
- Berkowitz Lichtstein Kuri
Questions people ask
Does The Lester & Grace Maslow Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Lester & Grace Maslow Foundation Inc give?
$105,000 in tax year 2024, across 11 grants, with a typical grant of $10,000.
Who runs The Lester & Grace Maslow Foundation Inc?
Its 2024 filing lists Edward R Haiken (Trustee), Laura Lokker (Trustee), Robert Sobel (Trustee) and Phillip Berkowitz (Trustee) among 7 officers and trustees.
What does The Lester & Grace Maslow Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly arts and culture and youth programs.