The Lionel Foundation
Invitation OnlyLas Vegas, Nevada · EIN 88-0460290 · Private foundation
Grants paid (2025)$994K
Organizations funded35
Typical grant$10,000
Total assets$489K
Half of its grants to organizations were between $5,000 and $20,000.
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
60% of grants went outside Nevada.
Grants paid in tax year 2025
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cleveland Clinic | Las Vegas, NV | Charitable donation to fund- prevention programs at lcrcbh. lou ruvo center for brain health. | $410,000 |
| United Way of Southern Nevada | Las Vegas, NV | Charitable - general support | $100,000 |
| Unlv Foundation | Las Vegas, NV | Charitable - general support | $52,500 |
| Jewish Nevada | Las Vegas, NV | Charitable - general support | $50,000 |
| St John's University | Queens, NY | Charitable - general support | $50,000 |
| Maui Arts & Cultural Center | Kahului, HI | Charitable - general support | $39,000 |
| Congregation Ner Tamid | Henderson, NV | Charitable - general support | $32,000 |
| Adl | New York, NY | In support of commitment to fighting antisemitism and hate. | $25,000 |
| Soldiers for the Second Coming | Beverly Hills, CA | Charitable - general support | $20,000 |
| Nashville Life | Nashville, TN | In supporting research for everyone living with and at risk for parkinson"s disease | $20,000 |
| Solid Rock Foundation | Phoenix, AZ | Charitable - general support | $20,000 |
| Chabad of Southern Nevada | Las Vegas, NV | Charitable - general support | $15,000 |
| Faith Radio | St Paul, MN | Charitable - general support | $15,000 |
| Good Plus Foundation | New York, NY | Charitable - general support | $10,000 |
| Navigators | Boone, IA | Charitable - general support | $10,000 |
| Israeli American Council | Woodland Hills, CA | Charitable - general support | $10,000 |
| Nathan Adelson Hospice Foundation | Las Vegas, NV | Charitable - general support | $10,000 |
| Remnant Ministries | Las Vegas, NV | Charitable - general support | $10,000 |
| Jewish Community Center | Granada Hills, CA | Charitable - general support | $10,000 |
| Maui Health Foundation | Wailuku, HI | Charitable - general support | $10,000 |
| Opportunity Village | Las Vegas, NV | Charitable - general support | $10,000 |
| The Garage Theatre | Long Beach, CA | Charitable - general support | $5,000 |
| New Horizons Foundation | Colorado Springs, CO | Charitable - general support | $5,000 |
| World Central Kitchen | Washiington, DC | Charitable - general support | $5,000 |
| The Nevada Independent | Las Vegas, NV | Charitable - general support | $5,000 |
| Everytown | New York, NY | Charitable - general support | $5,000 |
| St Jude | Memphis, TN | Charitable - general support | $5,000 |
| Nwp | Reno, NV | Charitable - general support | $5,000 |
| California Fire Foundation | Sacramento, CA | Charitable - general support | $5,000 |
| Los Angeles Regional Food Bank | Los Angeles, CA | Charitable - general support | $5,000 |
| Yeshiva Day School | Las Vegas, NV | Charitable - general support | $5,000 |
| Musicares | Santa Monica, CA | Charitable - general support | $5,000 |
| Heart Families of Nevada | Henderson, NV | Charitable - general support | $5,000 |
| Family Worship Christian Center | Las Vegas, NV | Charitable - general support | $5,000 |
| Compassion International | Colorado Springs, CO | Charitable - general support | $1,000 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $994,500 | 35 |
| 2024 | $605,800 | 28 |
| 2023 | $410,780 | 24 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2025, filed Jun 22, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202641739349100419
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 88-0460290
- Profile updated Nov 5, 2026
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