How to apply
Applications should be in writing Contact: Nancy Lewis, 88 W Schiller 604, Chicago, Il, 3127876027 Deadlines: NONE Restrictions: NONE
Quoted from Part XV of the foundation's 2024 Form 990-PF; the full text is in the filing. Confirm on the foundation's website before you write.
Grants paid in 2024
11 grants, all shown · from Form 990-PF Part XV
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| The Lawfare ProjectNew York, NY | Charitable | $75K |
| Brothers and Sisters of IsraelWynnewood, PA | Charitable | $25K |
| RaviniaHighland Park, IL | Charitable | $25K |
| Friends of Ethiopian JewsBoston, MA | Charitable | $20K |
| The ArkChicago, IL | Charitable | $20K |
| HatzalahBrooklyn, NY | Charitable | $15K |
| Shirley Ryan Ability LabChicago, IL | Charitable | $10K |
| Zak'a Search and RescueBrooklyn, NY | Charitable | $10K |
| Cradles to CrayonsChicago, IL | Charitable | $5,000 |
| JufChicago, IL | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Refugee OneChicago, IL | Charitable | $5,000 |
By state: New York 3 · Illinois 6 · Pennsylvania 1 · Massachusetts 1
About this foundation
The@irving & Roberta Lewis Charitable Foundation is a private grantmaking foundation in Bannockburn, Illinois, administered in care of Terrance F Netzky, tax-exempt since 1997. Private foundations must pay out roughly 5% of their assets each year, mostly as grants to 501(c)(3) public charities.
Does The@irving & Roberta Lewis Charitable Foundation accept grant applications?
Yes. On its 2024 Form 990-PF the foundation indicates it accepts applications. Applications should be in writing Deadlines: NONE.
How much does The@irving & Roberta Lewis Charitable Foundation give each year?
In tax year 2024 it paid $215K across 11 grants, a median of $15K.
Where does The@irving & Roberta Lewis Charitable Foundation give?
New York (3 grants), Illinois (6 grants), Pennsylvania (1 grants) and elsewhere, per its latest filing.
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