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Lerner Foundation is a private corporation based in MINNEAPOLIS, MN. The foundation received its IRS ruling in 1969. It holds total assets of $2.1M. Annual income is reported at $625K. Total assets have grown from $685K in 2010 to $1.6M in 2022. The foundation is governed by 2 officers and trustees. Tax records are available from 2020 to 2023. Grantmaking is concentrated in Minnesota. According to available records, Lerner Foundation has made 89 grants totaling $191K, with a median grant of $250. Annual giving has grown from $72K in 2021 to $119K in 2022. Individual grants have ranged from N/A to $51K, with an average award of $2K. The foundation has supported 61 unique organizations. The foundation primarily supports organizations in Minnesota, Pennsylvania, Massachusetts, which account for 78% of all grants. Grantmaking reaches organizations across 13 states. Contributions to this foundation are tax-deductible.
Smallest Grant
N/A
Median Grant
$325
Average Grant
$2K
Largest Grant
$17K
Based on 30 grants from the most recent 990-PF filing.
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Lerner Foundation is a private foundation that provides grants to eligible organizations. Based on available records, the foundation has funded 89 grants. Its grantmaking reaches organizations primarily in MN, PA, MA.
Lerner Foundation has distributed a total of $191K across 89 grants. The median grant size is $250, with an average of $2K. Individual grants have ranged from N/A to $51K.
Lerner Foundation is a private foundation. To inquire about grants, you can look up the foundation using their EIN (237032703) on GuideStar or contact them directly. Many private foundations have specific application processes that may not be publicly listed.
Lerner Foundation is headquartered in MINNEAPOLIS, MN. While based in MN, the foundation distributes grants to organizations across 13 states.
| Name | Title | Compensation | Benefits | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Harry Lerner | PRESIDENT | $0 | $0 | N/A |
| Mia Lerner Posada | VICE PRESIDENT, SECRETARY | $0 | $0 | N/A |
Total Giving
$146K
Total Assets
$1.6M
Fair Market Value
$3.4M
Net Worth
$1.6M
Grants Paid
$142K
Contributions
$258K
Net Investment Income
$83K
Distribution Amount
$145K
Total: $1.5M
Total Grants
89
Total Giving
$191K
Average Grant
$2K
Median Grant
$250
Unique Recipients
61
of 2022 grantees were first-time recipients
| Recipient | Location | Amount | Year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Temple IsraelGENERAL CHARITABLE PURPOSES | Minneapolis, MN | $2K | 2022 |
| Salvation ArmyGENERAL CHARITABLE PURPOSES | Roseville, MN | N/A | 2022 |
| University Of Minnesota FoundationACADEMIC PURPOSES | Minneapolis, MN | $51K | 2022 |
| Jewish Family And Children'S ServiceGENERAL | Golden Valley, MN | $20K | 2022 |
| Heilicher Minneapolis Jewish Day SchoolACADEMIC PURPOSES | Minneapolis, MN | $14K | 2022 |
| Books For AfricaACADEMIC PURPOSES | St Paul, MN | $6K | 2022 |
| Adath Jeshurun CongregationGENERAL CHARITABLE PURPOSES | Minnetonka, MN | $4K | 2022 |
| Jewish Community Relations CouncilGENERAL CHARITABLE PURPOSES | Minneapolis, MN | $3K | 2022 |
| Highlights FoundationACADEMIC PURPOSES | Honesdale, PA | $3K | 2022 |
| The Friends Of The St Paul Public LibraryGENERAL CHARITABLE PURPOSES | St Paul, MN | $3K | 2022 |
| Hamline UniversityACADEMIC PURPOSES | St Paul, MN | $3K | 2022 |
| Wishes And MoreGENERAL CHARITABLE PURPOSES | Minneapolis, MN | $2K | 2022 |
| Page Education FoundationGENERAL CHARITABLE PURPOSES | Minneapolis, MN | $2K | 2022 |
| Association For Jewish LibrariesGENERAL | Teaneck, NJ | $2K | 2022 |
| Assoc For Library Service To ChildrenACADEMIC PURPOSES | Chicago, IL | $1K | 2022 |
| American Jewish CommitteeGENERAL CHARITABLE PURPOSES | Philadelphia, PA | $1K | 2022 |
| Minnesota Center For Book ArtsNEW EDITIONS TABLE | Minneapolis, MN | $1K | 2022 |
| Milkweed EditionsGENERAL | Minneapolis, MN | $500 | 2022 |
| Bmpp Giving CircleGENERAL | Minneapolis, MN | $500 | 2022 |
| American Friends Of Alyn HospitalGENERAL | New York, NY | $500 | 2022 |
| North Carolina Writers' NetworkGENERAL | Winston Salem, NC | $500 | 2022 |
| Rimon Arts FundGENERAL CHARITABLE PURPOSES | Minneapolis, MN | $500 | 2022 |
| Anderson CenterGENERAL CHARITABLE PURPOSES | Red Wing, MN | $250 | 2022 |
| Eric Carle Museum Of Picture Book ArtGENERAL | Amherst, MA | $200 | 2022 |
| St Paul Urban TennisGENERAL | St Paul, MN | $200 | 2022 |
| Minnesota OrchestraGENERAL CHARITABLE PURPOSES | Minneapolis, MN | $200 | 2022 |
| Multiple Sclerosis FoundationGENERAL CHARITABLE PURPOSES | Fort Lauderdale, FL | $135 | 2022 |
| MinnpostGENERAL CHARITABLE PURPOSES | Minneapolis, MN | $100 | 2022 |
| The Center For Victims Of TortureGENERAL CHARITABLE PURPOSES | Saint Paul, MN | $100 | 2022 |
| St Paul Jewish Community CenterGENERAL CHARITABLE PURPOSES | St Paul, MN | $100 | 2022 |
| The Park BugleGENERAL CHARITABLE PURPOSES | St Paul, MN | $100 | 2022 |
| International Campaign For TibetGENERAL CHARITABLE PURPOSES | Washington, DC | $100 | 2022 |
| American Friends Of The Hebrew UniversityACADEMIC PURPOSES | New York, NY | $100 | 2022 |
| St Anthony Park Community FoundationGENERAL CHARITABLE PURPOSES | St Paul, MN | $100 | 2022 |
| Twin Cities Public TelevisionGENERAL PUBLIC FUNDING | St Paul, MN | $100 | 2022 |
| Herlz Camp FoundationGENERAL CHARITABLE PURPOSES | St Louis Park, MN | $100 | 2022 |
| Minnesota Public RadioGENERAL CHARITABLE PURPOSES | St Paul, MN | $100 | 2022 |
| FlameGENERAL CHARITABLE PURPOSES | Berkeley, CA | $100 | 2022 |
| Asian Counseling And Referral ServiceGENERAL | Seattle, WA | $100 | 2022 |
| Brady Center To Prevent Gun ViolenceGENERAL CHARITABLE PURPOSES | Washington, DC | $100 | 2022 |
| University Of Minnesota Alumni AssociationGENERAL CHARITABLE PURPOSES | Minneapolis, MN | N/A | 2022 |
| The UsoGENERAL | Chicago, IL | N/A | 2022 |
| Minneapolis Jewish FederationGENERAL CHARITABLE PURPOSES | Minnetonka, MN | $15K | 2021 |