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Jerome Levy Foundation is a private trust based in NEW YORK, NY. The foundation received its IRS ruling in 1958. It holds total assets of $43.6M. Annual income is reported at $7.7M. Total assets have grown from $18.6M in 2010 to $43.6M in 2024. The foundation is governed by 2 officers and trustees. The foundation operates in the area of advocacy. According to its most recent filing, the foundation only makes contributions to preselected charitable organizations. Tax records are available from 2015 to 2024. Grantmaking is concentrated in New York. According to available records, Jerome Levy Foundation has made 61 grants totaling $13.1M, with a median grant of $30K. The foundation has distributed between $2.4M and $5.5M annually from 2020 to 2023. Grantmaking activity was highest in 2022 with $5.5M distributed across 24 grants. Individual grants have ranged from $2K to $916K, with an average award of $215K. The foundation has supported 27 unique organizations. The foundation primarily supports organizations in New York, Connecticut, District of Columbia, which account for 93% of all grants. Grantmaking reaches organizations across 5 states. Contributions to this foundation are tax-deductible.
Smallest Grant
$2K
Median Grant
$38K
Average Grant
$204K
Largest Grant
$859K
Based on 12 grants from the most recent 990-PF filing.
No program descriptions are available for this foundation. Many private foundations report program activities in their annual 990-PF filings — check the Tax Filings section below for the most recent filing.
Jerome Levy Foundation primarily funds organizations in the area of advocacy. Based on available records, the foundation has funded 61 grants. Its grantmaking reaches organizations primarily in NY, CT, DC.
Jerome Levy Foundation has distributed a total of $13.1M across 61 grants. The median grant size is $30K, with an average of $215K. Individual grants have ranged from $2K to $916K.
Jerome Levy Foundation typically selects its grantees rather than accepting unsolicited proposals.
Jerome Levy Foundation is headquartered in NEW YORK, NY. While based in NY, the foundation distributes grants to organizations across 5 states.
| Name | Title | Compensation | Benefits | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Shelby White | TRUSTEE | $0 | $0 | N/A |
| David Levy | TRUSTEE | $0 | $0 | N/A |
Total Giving
N/A
Total Assets
$43.6M
Fair Market Value
N/A
Net Worth
$43.6M
Grants Paid
N/A
Contributions
N/A
Net Investment Income
N/A
Distribution Amount
N/A
Total Grants
61
Total Giving
$13.1M
Average Grant
$215K
Median Grant
$30K
Unique Recipients
27
Most Common Grant
$25K
of 2023 grantees were first-time recipients
| Recipient | Location | Amount | Year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Barnard CollegeA GRANT TO FURTHER THE DONEE'S EXEMPT PURPOSE | New York, NY | $916K | 2023 |
| The Foundation For City CollegeA GRANT TO FURTHER THE DONEE'S EXEMPT PURPOSE | New York, NY | $840K | 2023 |
| Congregation Shir ShalomA GRANT TO FURTHER THE DONEE'S EXEMPT PURPOSE | Ridgefield, CT | $250K | 2023 |
| New Venture FundA GRANT TO FURTHER THE DONEE'S EXEMPT PURPOSE | Washington, DC | $250K | 2023 |
| The Jed FoundationA GRANT TO FURTHER THE DONEE'S EXEMPT PURPOSE | New York, NY | $30K | 2023 |
| United Way Of Westchester & PutnamA GRANT TO FURTHER THE DONEE'S EXEMPT PURPOSE | White Plains, NY | $25K | 2023 |
| Westchester Land Trust IncA GRANT TO FURTHER THE DONEE'S EXEMPT PURPOSE | Bedford Hills, NY | $25K | 2023 |
| The Bridge Fund Of New York IncA GRANT TO FURTHER THE DONEE'S EXEMPT PURPOSE | New York, NY | $15K | 2023 |
| Westport Country PlayhouseA GRANT TO FURTHER THE DONEE'S EXEMPT PURPOSE | Westport, CT | $10K | 2023 |
| Elnor IncA GRANT TO FURTHER THE DONEE'S EXEMPT PURPOSE | Dallas, TX | $5K | 2023 |
| Lewisboro Land TrustA GRANT TO FURTHER THE DONEE'S EXEMPT PURPOSE | South Salem, NY | $2K | 2023 |
| Cold Spring Harbor LaboratoryA GRANT TO FURTHER THE DONEE'S EXEMPT PURPOSE | Cold Spring Harbor, NY | $500K | 2022 |
| Kristin JohnsonEDUCATIONAL GRANT | Queens Highway | $54K | 2022 |
| City College New York TheA GRANT TO FURTHER THE DONEE'S EXEMPT PURPOSE | New York, NY | $859K | 2021 |
| Save Venice IncA GRANT TO FURTHER THE DONEE'S EXEMPT PURPOSE | New York, NY | $130K | 2021 |
| Natural Areas ConservancyA GRANT TO FURTHER THE DONEE'S EXEMPT PURPOSE | New York, NY | $100K | 2021 |
| National Coalition Against CensorshipA GRANT TO FURTHER THE DONEE'S EXEMPT PURPOSE | New York, NY | $50K | 2021 |
| Nature Conservancy TheA GRANT TO FURTHER THE DONEE'S EXEMPT PURPOSE | New York, NY | $25K | 2021 |
| Jed Foundation TheA GRANT TO FURTHER THE DONEE'S EXEMPT PURPOSE | New York, NY | $25K | 2021 |
| Bridge FundA GRANT TO FURTHER THE DONEE'S EXEMPT PURPOSE | New York, NY | $10K | 2021 |
| The City College New YorkA GRANT TO FURTHER THE DONEE'S EXEMPT PURPOSE | New York, NY | $815K | 2020 |