The Lorne Weil Charitable Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Lorne Weil Charitable Foundation is a private foundation in New York, New York. In tax year 2024 it gave $212,608 in 7 grants; the typical grant was $30,000 and the largest $75,000. 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$212,608
- Number of grants7
- Typical grant$30,000
- Largest grant$75,000
- Assets$2.7 million
- New grantees29%
Giving in 2024 was up from $198,079 the year before.
29% 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $198,079 | 9 | $2.7 million |
| 2024 | $212,608 | 7 | $2.7 million |
How to apply
The Lorne Weil Charitable 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 Lorne Weil Charitable Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 5 states, the most to Massachusetts.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Massachusetts | 1 | $75,000 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $50,000 |
| New Jersey | 1 | $50,000 |
| New York | 3 | $32,608 |
| Vermont | 1 | $5,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Berkshire School | General | $75,000 |
| Georgetown University | General | $50,000 |
| The Lawrenceville School | General | $50,000 |
| Metropolitan Opera | General | $30,000 |
| Woodstock Area Jewish Community | General | $5,000 |
| Human Rights Watch | General | $1,543 |
| AIDS Walk Ny | General | $1,065 |
Officers and trustees
- A Lorne Weil
- Richard Weil
- John Novogrod Co McLaughlin Stern
Questions people ask
Does The Lorne Weil Charitable Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Lorne Weil Charitable Foundation give?
$212,608 in tax year 2024, across 7 grants, with a typical grant of $30,000.
Who runs The Lorne Weil Charitable Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists A Lorne Weil (Pres, Direct), Richard Weil (VP, Director) and John Novogrod Co McLaughlin Stern (Sec, Treas,).
What does The Lorne Weil Charitable Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education.