Lart Charitable Trust
The organization is a private foundation dedicated to supporting institutions of the Orthodox Jewish faith. Its mission centers on providing general support to various religious and community organizations, primarily in Brooklyn, New York. The foundation demonstrates a strong commitment to enhancing the Jewish community through its funding, which primarily targets synagogues and related institutions. By focusing on faith-based initiatives, it aims to strengthen and sustain the cultural and religious practices of the Orthodox Jewish community.
Source: Zeffy Agent · Mar 2026
Ideal Applicant
Small to mid-sized Orthodox Jewish religious institutions or community organizations (synagogues, yeshivas, kollel-type programs) based in New York seeking general operating support or modest project support.
Good Fit
- • Located in Brooklyn or greater New York area.
- • Mission tied to Orthodox Jewish religious life or community services.
- • Requests for general operating support or modest program funding.
- • Existing local reputation or prior informal referral/relationship to the trustees.
Geography
Observed grants are almost entirely concentrated in New York (Brooklyn) with only a very small out-of-state presence; the footprint is effectively local/metro-focused.
Recipient Variety
The latest year shows 21 distinct recipients (22 grants) and the fund added 15 first-time grantees that year, indicating a broad set of independent beneficiaries despite dollar concentration to a few organizations.
New Applicants
Direct evidence of turnover exists — many new grantees appeared in the latest year — but the foundation's stated 'preselected only' approach and lack of a public application process suggest new entrants are more likely added by invitation or trustee referral than through an open submission route.
Source: Zeffy Agent · Mar 2026
