Lessing Foundation
Invitation OnlyNew York, New York · EIN 13-3092013 · Private foundation
Grants paid (2024)$10K
Organizations funded7
Typical grant$500
Total assets$197K
Half of its grants to organizations were between $100 and $2,100.
From the return
How to apply
On its return for tax year 2024 the foundation checked the box saying it only makes contributions to preselected charitable organizations and does not accept unsolicited requests for funds.
What it funds
Share of grant lines on the latest return, classified from the purpose each grant states.
Where it gives
0% of grants went outside New York.
Grants paid in tax year 2024
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| American Friends of Tel Aviv University | New York, NY | To help with the charities main purpose | $6,000 |
| Leo Baeck Institute | New York, NY | To help with the charities main purpose | $2,100 |
| American Friends of the Israel Museum | New York, NY | To help with the charity's main purpose | $1,100 |
| Artis | New York, NY | To help with charities caus\e | $500 |
| Park Avenue Synagogue | New York, NY | To help with the charities main purpose | $180 |
| Dorot | New York, NY | To help with the charities main purpose | $100 |
| The Blue Card Inc | New York, NY | To help with the charities main purpose | $100 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $10,080 | 7 |
| 2023 | $12,615 | 9 |
| 2022 | $17,120 | 8 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2024, filed Apr 2, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202610929349101106
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 13-3092013
- Profile updated Nov 9, 2026
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