The Lessing Family Foundation
Invitation OnlyAlbany, New York · EIN 03-0518473 · Private foundation
Grants paid (2025)$30K
Organizations funded2
Typical grant$5,000
Total assets$952K
Half of its grants to organizations were between $5,000 and $25,000.
From the return
How to apply
On its return for tax year 2025 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
100% of grants went outside New York.
Grants paid in tax year 2025
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Leadership Roundtable | Washington, DC | General charitable purposes | $25,000 |
| Southern Vermont Arts Center | Manchester, VT | General charitable purposes | $5,000 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $30,000 | 2 |
| 2024 | $27,500 | 4 |
| 2023 | $30,000 | 2 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2025, filed May 14, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202601349349101470
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 03-0518473
- Profile updated Nov 6, 2026
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