The Schneider-Lesser Foundation Inc
Invitation OnlyPalm Beach, Florida · EIN 46-2109602 · Private foundation
Grants paid (2025)$1M
Organizations funded8
Typical grant$50,000
Total assets$22.7M
Half of its grants to organizations were between $14,000 and $150,000.
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
75% of grants went outside Florida.
Grants paid in tax year 2025
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Uja Federation New York | New York, NY | Donee's charitable purposes | $360,000 |
| Birthright Israel Foundation | New York, NY | Donee's charitable purposes | $300,000 |
| Jewish Federation of Palm Beach County | West Palm Beach, FL | Donee's charitable purposes | $150,000 |
| Selfhelp Community Services Inc | New York, NY | Donee's charitable purposes | $100,000 |
| Nicklaus Children's Hospital | Miami, FL | Donee's charitable purposes | $50,000 |
| Central Synagogue | New York, NY | Donee's charitable purposes | $36,000 |
| Jewish Communal Fund | New York, NY | Donee's charitable purposes | $14,000 |
| Women's Sport Foundation | New York, NY | Donee's charitable purposes | $10,000 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $1,020,000 | 8 |
| 2024 | $1,043,000 | 9 |
| 2023 | $640,605 | 6 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2025, filed May 11, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202631319349102203
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 46-2109602
- Profile updated Nov 9, 2026
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