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Lavori Sterling Foundation Inc. is a private corporation based in NEW YORK, NY. The foundation received its IRS ruling in 1999. The principal officer is Nora Lavori. It holds total assets of $5.2M. Annual income is reported at $1.4M. Total assets have grown from $599K in 2011 to $5.4M in 2023. The foundation is governed by 4 officers and trustees. The foundation operates in the area of philanthropy & grantmaking. According to its most recent filing, the foundation only makes contributions to preselected charitable organizations. Tax records are available from 2016 to 2023. Grantmaking is concentrated in New York. According to available records, Lavori Sterling Foundation Inc. has made 181 grants totaling $1.5M, with a median grant of $2K. Annual giving has grown from $228K in 2020 to $336K in 2023. Grantmaking activity was highest in 2022 with $676K distributed across 76 grants. Individual grants have ranged from $175 to $120K, with an average award of $8K. The foundation has supported 70 unique organizations. The foundation primarily supports organizations in New York, Massachusetts, Pennsylvania, which account for 88% of all grants. Grantmaking reaches organizations across 10 states. Contributions to this foundation are tax-deductible.
Smallest Grant
$240
Median Grant
$1K
Average Grant
$7K
Largest Grant
$66K
Based on 33 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.
Lavori Sterling Foundation Inc. primarily funds organizations in the area of philanthropy & grantmaking. Based on available records, the foundation has funded 181 grants. Its grantmaking reaches organizations primarily in NY, MA, PA.
Lavori Sterling Foundation Inc. has distributed a total of $1.5M across 181 grants. The median grant size is $2K, with an average of $8K. Individual grants have ranged from $175 to $120K.
Lavori Sterling Foundation Inc. typically selects its grantees rather than accepting unsolicited proposals.
Lavori Sterling Foundation Inc. is headquartered in NEW YORK, NY. While based in NY, the foundation distributes grants to organizations across 10 states.
| Name | Title | Compensation | Benefits | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nora Lavori | PRESIDENT | $0 | $0 | N/A |
| David Bennett Sterling | VP & TREASURER | $0 | $0 | N/A |
| Liana Sterling | SECRETARY | $0 | $0 | N/A |
| Alexander Sterling | VICE PRESIDENT | $0 | $0 | N/A |
Total Giving
$394K
Total Assets
$5.4M
Fair Market Value
$7.3M
Net Worth
$5.4M
Grants Paid
$336K
Contributions
N/A
Net Investment Income
$345K
Distribution Amount
$336K
Total: $4.8M
Total Grants
181
Total Giving
$1.5M
Average Grant
$8K
Median Grant
$2K
Unique Recipients
70
Most Common Grant
$1K
of 2023 grantees were first-time recipients
| Recipient | Location | Amount | Year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bryn Mawr CollegeGENERAL SUPPORT | Lenox Hill Station, NY | $60K | 2023 |
| Metropolitan Museum Of ArtGENERAL SUPPORT | New York, NY | $56K | 2023 |
| Association To Preserve Cape CodGENERAL SUPPORT | Dennis, MA | $45K | 2023 |
| Georgetown University Law Center ScholarsGENERAL SUPPORT | Washington, DC | $41K | 2023 |
| Kripalu Center For YogaGENERAL SUPPORT | Stockbridge, MA | $30K | 2023 |
| St Ann'S SchoolGENERAL SUPPORT | Brooklyn, NY | $30K | 2023 |
| Trinity SchoolGENERAL SUPPORT | New York, NY | $10K | 2023 |
| GlynwoodGENERAL SUPPORT | Cold Spring, NY | $10K | 2023 |
| Decorative Arts TrustGENERAL SUPPORT | Media, PA | $5K | 2023 |
| Cape Cod Healthcare FoundationGENERAL SUPPORT | Hyannis, MA | $5K | 2023 |
| Stephen Gaynor SchoolGENERAL SUPPORT | New York, NY | $5K | 2023 |
| Syracuse UniversityGENERAL SUPPORT | Syracuse, NY | $5K | 2023 |
| Trevor Day SchoolGENERAL SUPPORT | New York, NY | $5K | 2023 |
| All Souls SchoolGENERAL SUPPORT | New York, NY | $5K | 2023 |
| Health Advocates For Older PeopleGENERAL SUPPORT | New York, NY | $3K | 2023 |
| West Side Campaign Against HungerGENERAL SUPPORT | New York, NY | $3K | 2023 |
| Palestine MuseumGENERAL SUPPORT | Woodbridge, CT | $3K | 2023 |
| Animal Medical CenterGENERAL SUPPORT | New York, NY | $2K | 2023 |
| American Museum Of Natural HistoryGENERAL SUPPORT | New York, NY | $2K | 2023 |
| The Garden ConservancyGENERAL SUPPORT | Cold Spring, NY | $2K | 2023 |
| American Horticultural SocietyGENERAL SUPPORT | Alexandria, VA | $1K | 2023 |
| Weill Cornell MedicineGENERAL SUPPORT | New York, NY | $1K | 2023 |
| AspcaGENERAL SUPPORT | New York, NY | $1K | 2023 |
| International Rescue CommitteeGENERAL SUPPORT | Albert Lea, MN | $1K | 2023 |
| Cape AbilitiesGENERAL SUPPORT | Hyannis, MA | $1K | 2023 |
| Relient RootsGENERAL SUPPORT | West Barnstable, MA | $1K | 2023 |
| Oberlin ShansiGENERAL SUPPORT | Oberlin, OH | $1K | 2023 |
| Metropolitan OperaGENERAL SUPPORT | New York, NY | $1K | 2023 |
| Jacob'S PillowGENERAL SUPPORT | Becket, MA | $500 | 2023 |
| The Bowery MissionGENERAL SUPPORT | New York, NY | $500 | 2023 |
| ThirteenwnetGENERAL SUPPORT | New York, NY | $500 | 2023 |
| A Better BalanceGENERAL SUPPORT | New York, NY | $500 | 2023 |
| Citizens Committee For ChildrenGENERAL SUPPORT | New York, NY | $500 | 2023 |
| Bard CollegeGENERAL SUPPORT | Annandale On Hudson, NY | $25K | 2022 |
| Met Live ArtsGENERAL SUPPORT | New York, NY | $12K | 2022 |