The Lievense Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Lievense Foundation is a private foundation in Dataw Island, South Carolina. In tax year 2025 it gave $11,000 in 4 grants; the typical grant was $2,500 and the largest $5,000. 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$11,000
- Number of grants4
- Typical grant$2,500
- Largest grant$5,000
- Assets$190,068
- New grantees100%
Giving in 2025 was up from $9,000 the year before.
100% of its 2025 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 | $7,000 | 2 | $216,742 |
| 2024 | $9,000 | 4 | $17,384 |
| 2025 | $11,000 | 4 | $190,068 |
How to apply
The Lievense 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 Lievense Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its US grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to South Carolina. It also paid $3,000 in 2 grants to recipients outside the US.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| South Carolina | 1 | $5,000 |
| California | 1 | $3,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| St Francis Center | General purpose | $5,000 |
| Food Bank of Contra Costa and Solano | General purpose | $3,000 |
| Lebenshilfe Bamberg eV | General purpose | $2,000 |
| Franken Hospitz Bamberg Gemeinnutzung GmbH | General purpose | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Johannes Schmittwolf
- Benjamin Lievense
- Katharine Scott
Questions people ask
Does The Lievense Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Lievense Foundation give?
$11,000 in tax year 2025, across 4 grants, with a typical grant of $2,500.
Who runs The Lievense Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Johannes Schmittwolf (President/Treasurer), Benjamin Lievense (Secretary) and Katharine Scott (Director).
What does The Lievense Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly international.