Lafer Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Lafer Family Foundation is a private foundation in Eugene, Oregon. In tax year 2024 it gave $81,160 in 11 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 and the largest $22,460. 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$81,160
- Number of grants11
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$22,460
- Assets$838,432
- New grantees100%
Giving in 2024 was up from $72,000 the year before.
100% 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 | $72,000 | 6 | $811,336 |
| 2024 | $81,160 | 11 | $838,432 |
How to apply
Lafer Family 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 Lafer Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 6 states, the most to New York.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 5 | $31,200 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $22,460 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $10,000 |
| Utah | 2 | $7,500 |
| Arizona | 1 | $5,000 |
| Pennsylvania | 1 | $5,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Washington Institute for Near East Policy | General purpose | $22,460 |
| Hebrew University | General purpose | $10,000 |
| Crohns & Colitis Foundation | General purpose | $10,000 |
| Koach La'ovdims Workers Education Assoc | General purpose | $10,000 |
| Big Brothers Big Sisters of America | General purpose | $5,000 |
| Palestine Endowment Fund | General purpose | $5,000 |
| Planned Parenthood | General purpose | $5,000 |
| People's Health Clinic | General purpose | $5,000 |
| Center for Biological Diversity | General purpose | $5,000 |
| Park City Performing Arts Foundation | General purpose | $2,500 |
| Citi Foundation | General purpose | $1,200 |
Officers and trustees
- Deborah Lafer Scher
- Diana Lafer
- Gordon Lafer
Questions people ask
Does Lafer Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Lafer Family Foundation give?
$81,160 in tax year 2024, across 11 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs Lafer Family Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Deborah Lafer Scher (Trustee), Diana Lafer (Trustee) and Gordon Lafer (Trustee).
What does Lafer Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education.