Edward & Karen Levene Char Found Trust
Preselected recipients only
Edward & Karen Levene Char Found Trust is a private foundation in Dorset, Vermont. In tax year 2025 it gave $94,000 in 26 grants; the typical grant was $2,000 and the largest $20,000. 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$94,000
- Number of grants26
- Typical grant$2,000
- Largest grant$20,000
- Assets$3.6 million
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $1,000 | 1 | $12,380 |
| 2024 | $0 | 0 | $3.2 million |
| 2025 | $94,000 | 26 | $3.6 million |
How to apply
Edward & Karen Levene Char Found Trust 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 Edward & Karen Levene Char Found Trust funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 6 states, the most to New York.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 7 | $44,000 |
| Colorado | 8 | $25,000 |
| Vermont | 8 | $22,500 |
| Connecticut | 1 | $1,000 |
| New Hampshire | 1 | $1,000 |
| Wyoming | 1 | $500 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Glimmerglass Festival | General | $20,000 |
| Town Hall Arts Center | General | $15,000 |
| Binghamton Philharmonic Orchestra | General | $8,000 |
| WSKG Public TV & Radio | General | $8,000 |
| Manchester Community Food Cupboard | General | $5,000 |
| Southwestern Vermont Healthcare Foundation | General | $3,500 |
| Merck Forest & Farmland | General | $3,000 |
| Burr & Burton Academy | General | $2,500 |
| Friends of Hildene Inc | General | $2,500 |
| Skidmore College | General | $2,500 |
| Vna & Hospice - Southwest Region | General | $2,500 |
| Doctors Care | General | $2,000 |
| Rod Serling Foundation | General | $2,000 |
| Stratton Community Foundation | General | $2,000 |
| Swallow Hill Music Association | General | $2,000 |
| Temple Concord | General | $2,000 |
| Vibrant Littleton | General | $2,000 |
| Community Services of Broomfield | General | $1,500 |
| Friends of Troop 332 | General | $1,500 |
| Grey Fox Educational Programs | General | $1,500 |
| Friends of Dartmouth Cancer Center | General | $1,000 |
| Haat Force South Metro | General | $1,000 |
| Pomfret School | General | $1,000 |
| South Metro Community Foundation | General | $1,000 |
| Food Bank of the Rockies | General | $500 |
| Friends of Littleton Library | General | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- Ron Levene
- John Levene
- James Orband
Questions people ask
Does Edward & Karen Levene Char Found Trust accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Edward & Karen Levene Char Found Trust give?
$94,000 in tax year 2025, across 26 grants, with a typical grant of $2,000.
Who runs Edward & Karen Levene Char Found Trust?
Its 2025 filing lists Ron Levene (Trustee), John Levene (Trustee) and James Orband (Director).
What does Edward & Karen Levene Char Found Trust fund?
Based on its grants, mainly arts and culture, education and health.