The Lester G Abeloff Foundation
Accepts applications
The Lester G Abeloff Foundation is a private foundation in Stroudsburg, Pennsylvania. In tax year 2025 it gave $1.5 million in 55 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 and the largest $450,000. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$1.5 million
- Number of grants55
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$450,000
- Assets$38.5 million
- New grantees34%
Giving in 2025 was up from $1.3 million the year before.
34% 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 | $1.4 million | 44 | $32.3 million |
| 2024 | $1.3 million | 55 | $34.8 million |
| 2025 | $1.5 million | 55 | $38.5 million |
How to apply
| Contact | All Trustees Through Abeloff-Founda PO Box 488, Stroudsburg, PA 18360 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (570) 236-5875, info@abeloff-foundation.org |
| What to submit | Application of funding provided by the foundation |
| Deadlines | 9/30 |
| Restrictions | At least 70% of contributions to go to 501(c)(3) exempt charites whose primary purpose is to benefit people of jewish religion or causes. |
What The Lester G Abeloff Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to Pennsylvania.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Pennsylvania | 50 | $1.5 million |
| New York | 3 | $25,000 |
| Florida | 1 | $10,000 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $5,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Jewish Federation of Northeastern Pennsylvania | Support of humanitarian services provided | $450,000 |
| Jewish Resource Center of the Poconos | Support of jewish resources | $190,000 |
| The Salvation Army East Stroudsburg Pa Corps | Support of the hometown endowment fund for local operations | $150,000 |
| Developmental Education Services of Monroe County Inc | Support of services for disabled individuals | $100,000 |
| Individual | $70,000 | |
| Beth Shalom Academy | Support for new classroom construction | $50,000 |
| Temple Israel of the Poconos | To replenish the reserve account | $50,000 |
| Congregation B'nai Harim | Religious support of the congregation | $30,000 |
| Jewish Fellowship of Hemlock Farms | Support for jewish community | $30,000 |
| Monroe County Historical Association | Support for educational initiatives | $27,500 |
| Elan Skilled Nursing | Support for jewish medical services | $25,000 |
| Lehigh Valley Health Network | Support for community health needs | $25,000 |
| Jewish Family Service of Northeastern Pennsylvania | Support operations to provide community services | $20,000 |
| Pocono Services for Families and Children | Support for family services | $20,000 |
| Birthright Israel Foundation | Support of educational trips for jewish young adults to israel | $15,000 |
| Chabad Lubavich of the Poconos | Support for jewish community | $15,000 |
| Monroe County Meals on Wheels | Support to provide meals to homebound adults | $15,000 |
| Pven Food Pantry and Clothing Closet | Support for community services | $15,000 |
| Jewish Community Center of Lehigh Valley | Support of jewish resources | $15,000 |
| Jewish Community Center of Scranton | Support of jewish resources | $15,000 |
| Chabad Lauderdale-By-The-Sea | Support for jewish community | $10,000 |
| Family Promise of the Poconos Inc | Support for community services | $10,000 |
| Quiet Valley Living Historical Farm | Support for educational initiatives | $10,000 |
| Jewish Day School of Lehigh Valley | Support for jewish education | $10,000 |
| Individual | Support for scholarship program | $10,000 |
| Scranton Hebrew Day School | Support for school yard and playground improvement project | $10,000 |
| Jewish Family Services of the Lehigh Valley | Support of jewish resources | $7,500 |
| B'nai B'rith International | To promote jewish unity & continuity | $5,000 |
| East Stroudsburg University Foundation | Support for educational initiatives | $5,000 |
| Pocono Area Transitional Housing Inc (Path) | Support of costs for temporary housing | $5,000 |
| Pocono Mountains United Way | Support for community services | $5,000 |
| Sights for Hope | Support for guided transportation in monroe county | $5,000 |
| Special Recreation Services Inc | Recreation, socialization and habilitation program for independent adults who are intellectually disabled, autistic and/or mentally ill | $5,000 |
| Church of Saint Matthew | Support for community services | $5,000 |
| Stroudsburg Wesleyan Church | Support of the homeless shelter | $5,000 |
| American Friends of Elem | Support of jewish resources | $5,000 |
| Safe Monroe | Support for family services | $5,000 |
| Feeding Families Food Pantry | Support for hvac system | $5,000 |
| Community Foundation of Monroe County | Support for the beneto benefit the monroe county dementia coalition fund | $5,000 |
| Reform Congregation Keneseth Israel | Support for community services | $5,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Charles Cahn
- Rebekah Newman
- Jason Cahn
- Aaron Cahn
Questions people ask
Does The Lester G Abeloff Foundation accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications, with this on deadlines: 9/30.
How much does The Lester G Abeloff Foundation give?
$1.5 million in tax year 2025, across 55 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs The Lester G Abeloff Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Charles Cahn (President/Treasurer), Rebekah Newman (Secretary), Jason Cahn (Director) and Aaron Cahn (Director).
What does The Lester G Abeloff Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, education and human services.