The Lebensfeld Foundation
The organization is a private foundation dedicated to supporting a variety of charitable causes. Its mission reflects a commitment to general support for educational institutions, health charities, and human services, with a notable focus on Jewish organizations. The foundation provides funding to a diverse range of recipients, including universities, medical centers, and community service organizations. Through its grants, it aims to enhance educational opportunities, promote health and wellness, and support community services, thereby addressing the needs of various populations. The foundation operates primarily in the northeastern United States.
Source: Zeffy Agent · Mar 2026
Ideal Applicant
Established nonprofits (often education, health, Jewish organizations, or human services) with regional ties to New Jersey/New York or the Northeast that can accept general operating support and handle gifts in the tens of thousands range.
Good Fit
- • Organization operates in New Jersey or a nearby Northeastern state.
- • Request is for general operating support or broad program support.
- • Budget and capacity appropriate for grants in the $25K–$200K range.
- • Established organizational track record and credible leadership.
- • Existing relationship or an introduction via counsel, trustee, or local network.
Geography
Observed grants span about ten states with a clear regional concentration; one state received roughly 43% of dollars but the footprint remains multi-state.
Recipient Variety
The latest year shows 39 distinct recipients including universities, hospitals, schools, and community charities, with 30 recurring grantees across the three-year window and a meaningful set of new entrants.
New Applicants
Direct evidence supports entry by unfamiliar applicants: the filings list application information, a named contact and phone, a rolling deadline, and nine new recipients appeared in the latest year.
Source: Zeffy Agent · Mar 2026
