Lichterman Loewenberg Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Lichterman Loewenberg Foundation is a private foundation in Memphis, Tennessee. In tax year 2024 it gave $295,100 in 44 grants; the typical grant was $3,400 and the largest $52,000. 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$295,100
- Number of grants44
- Typical grant$3,400
- Largest grant$52,000
- Assets$6.2 million
- New grantees28%
Giving in 2024 was down from $297,100 the year before.
28% 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 | $297,100 | 46 | $6.0 million |
| 2024 | $295,100 | 44 | $6.2 million |
How to apply
Lichterman Loewenberg 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 Lichterman Loewenberg Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 7 states, the most to Tennessee.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Tennessee | 36 | $276,800 |
| California | 3 | $9,000 |
| Georgia | 1 | $4,000 |
| Utah | 1 | $3,300 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $1,000 |
| North Carolina | 1 | $500 |
| New York | 1 | $500 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Memphis Jewish Federation | For annual pledge | $52,000 |
| National Ornamental Museum | Capital pledge | $50,000 |
| Women's Foundation for A Greater Memphis | For vance avenue youth development center | $15,000 |
| Wolf River Conservancy | General operating | $12,500 |
| A Step Ahead Foundation | Unrestricted: for any program with the loewenberg college of nursing | $10,000 |
| Carpenter Art Garden | For teen job hub | $10,000 |
| Excel Center | For certification of students | $10,000 |
| Habitat for Humanity of Memphis | For women's build pat's pink hats | $10,000 |
| Mifa | For annual grant | $10,000 |
| Emmanuel Center | For after school and summer camp programs literacy tutoring | $8,000 |
| Arts Memphis | For annual support | $7,500 |
| Facing History and Ourselves | In memory of margot stern strom | $7,500 |
| Ronald McDonald House of Memphis | For wings of love bereavement program | $7,500 |
| Madonna Learning Center | For outdoor walking track-ada complaint | $7,000 |
| Hardwood Center | For payment of two classrooms at new university of memphis camp | $5,500 |
| Ravenswood Education Foundation | For annual support | $5,000 |
| Sister Supply | For staff to fill orders | $5,000 |
| Catholic Charities of West TN | Feeding program | $5,000 |
| Loewenberg College of Nursing | Student program in costa rica | $5,000 |
| Protect Our Aquifer | For the water warriors program | $5,000 |
| Jelf | For student loans | $4,000 |
| Overton Park Shell | For co-sponsorship of concert | $3,500 |
| Anca | 2024 anca annual summit | $3,300 |
| Arc Midsouth | For respite care and personal support for families | $2,500 |
| Carpenter Art Garden | For garden mural and sculpture | $2,500 |
| Childrens Museum of Memphis | For literacy programs | $2,500 |
| Church Health | For gift of a day | $2,500 |
| Indie Memphis | For youth programs | $2,500 |
| Jewish Family Service | For annual grant | $2,500 |
| Memphis Jewish Home and Rehab | For courtyard restoration | $2,500 |
| Mid-South Food Bank | For annual support | $2,500 |
| Randall Museum Friends | For summer programs and camp | $2,500 |
| Calvary Church | For welcome inn | $2,500 |
| Epak | For 2 grants to teachers | $1,500 |
| Midsouth Raptor Center | For annual support | $1,500 |
| Shelby County Drug Court Foundation | For annual grant | $1,500 |
| Idlewild Elementary School | For lego robotic program | $1,500 |
| Boy Scouts Chickasaw Concil | For annual support | $1,000 |
| Calvary Rescue Mission | For annual support | $1,000 |
| Cambodian Mutual Assistance | A dozen delicious donuts by chanda ouk wolf for distribution for school | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Fredrika Felt
- John Lichterman
- Ilene Markell
- Barry Lichterman
Questions people ask
Does Lichterman Loewenberg Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Lichterman Loewenberg Foundation give?
$295,100 in tax year 2024, across 44 grants, with a typical grant of $3,400.
Who runs Lichterman Loewenberg Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Fredrika Felt (President), John Lichterman (Vice President), Ilene Markell (Secretary) and Barry Lichterman (Treasurer).
What does Lichterman Loewenberg Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly arts and culture, faith communities and education.