Lainoff Family Foundation Inc
Lainoff Family Foundation Inc is a private foundation established in 1997 and based in New York City. The foundation is located at 575 Lexington Avenue, Floor 34, New York, NY 10022-6131.
Key facts about Lainoff Family Foundation Inc
- EIN
- 13-3949510
- Latest 990 filing
- Form 990-PF, 2025
- Annual giving (2025)
- $587,000
- Grants made (2025)
- 35
- Average grant
- $16,771
- Median grant
- $15,000
- Primary geography
- District of Columbia (40% of itemized 2025 grant dollars)
- Accepts unsolicited proposals
- No
- How to apply
- The foundation does not accept unsolicited applications.
Data from IRS Form 990-PF, 2025; updated September 2026. Application details from Grantable's research on the foundation's public materials; confirm on its website before applying.
Who Lainoff Family Foundation Inc funds
By grant dollars, the top recipient states for Lainoff Family Foundation Inc's 35 itemized 2025 grants were District of Columbia (40%), New York (16%) and Virginia (15%). The most frequent recipient cities were Washington, DC (17 grants), Arlington, VA (3 grants), Los Angeles, CA (3 grants) and Leesburg, VA (3 grants). 100% of grants with a stated purpose were for general or operating support.
Financial Overview
From 2025 IRS Form 990-PF · View filing
Total Assets
—
Annual Giving
$587K
+8.7% YoY
Grant Count
35
+2.9% YoY
Avg Grant Size
$17K
+5.6% YoY
Mission & Focus Areas
The foundation does not have a publicly stated mission statement. Based on grant activity, the foundation supports Education, Philanthropy, Voluntarism & Grantmaking, and Human Services.
Grantmaking
The foundation does not accept unsolicited applications. Grants are by invitation only.
Grant Range
$3,000–$75,000
Average Grant
amount: $46,000–$75,000
How to Apply
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Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
The foundation primarily funds organizations in the District of Columbia, Virginia, and California.
Grant Distribution by State
Share of all 35 itemized 2025 grant dollars.
States
Cities
Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
Assets & Revenue (2024):
- Total assets: $9,330,430
- Total revenues: $484,656
- Total expenses: $621,228
- Investment income and dividends: $217,956
- Giving rate: 5.8% of assets
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Giving Over Time
Total grant dollars and number of grants per year
Grant Insights
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 10 recipients in 2025
Grant Size Distribution
210 grants across all recorded years
Giving History
Grant recipients and amounts by year
Among its reported 2025 grants, the largest recipients include Brigid Alliance ($60,000), Rhodes College ($50,000), Pef Israel Endowment Fund ($35,000).
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| BRIGID ALLIANCE NEW YORK, NY | GENERAL CHARITABLE & EDUCATIONAL PURPOSES | $60,000 |
| RHODES COLLEGE MEMPHIS, TN | GENERAL CHARITABLE & EDUCATIONAL PURPOSES | $50,000 |
| PEF ISRAEL ENDOWMENT FUND NEW YORK, NY | GENERAL CHARITABLE & EDUCATIONAL PURPOSES | $35,000 |
| BRIGHT BEGINNINGS WASHINGTON, DC | GENERAL CHARITABLE & EDUCATIONAL PURPOSES | $30,000 |
| DIABETES RESEARCH INSTITUTE HOLLYWOOD, FL | GENERAL CHARITABLE & EDUCATIONAL PURPOSES | $30,000 |
| JEREMIAH PROGRAM MINNEAPOLIS, MN | GENERAL CHARITABLE & EDUCATIONAL PURPOSES | $30,000 |
| SITAR ARTS CENTER WASHINGTON, DC | GENERAL CHARITABLE & EDUCATIONAL PURPOSES | $30,000 |
| ARLINGTON FREE CLINIC ARLINGTON, VA | GENERAL CHARITABLE & EDUCATIONAL PURPOSES | $25,000 |
| CAPITAL AREA FOOD BANK WASHINGTON, DC | GENERAL CHARITABLE & EDUCATIONAL PURPOSES | $20,000 |
| FEDERATION OF VIRGINIA FOOD BANKS RICHMOND, VA | GENERAL CHARITABLE & EDUCATIONAL PURPOSES | $20,000 |
Leadership & Key People
Officers and directors from IRS filings
Compensation Overview
From 2025 IRS filing
From 2025 filing
| Name | Title | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| STEVEN LAINOFF | PRES/TREAS | — | — |
| MICHAEL LAINOFF | PRES/TREAS | — | — |
| RIEA LAINOFF | VP/SECY | — | — |
| KATHRYN KINCAID | VP/SECY | — | — |
Subject Areas
Focus areas based on grantmaking activity
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Lainoff Family Foundation Inc fund?
The foundation does not have a publicly stated mission statement. Based on grant activity, the foundation supports Education, Philanthropy, Voluntarism & Grantmaking, and Human Services.
How do I apply for a grant from Lainoff Family Foundation Inc?
**Grant Activity & Amounts:** • Total giving: $540,046 (2024) • Number of grants: 48 grants (2024) • Grant range: $3,000–$75,000 • Median grant amount: $10,000 • Average grant amount: $46,000–$75,000 **Recent Grantees (2024):** • The Brigid Alliance: $62,000 • Jeremiah Program: $40,000 • Sitar Arts Center: $30,000 **Application Process:** The foundation does not accept unsolicited applications. Grants are by invitation only.
Where does Lainoff Family Foundation Inc make grants?
The foundation primarily funds organizations in the District of Columbia, Virginia, and California.
What size grants does Lainoff Family Foundation Inc award?
In 2025, Lainoff Family Foundation Inc awarded 35 grants totaling $587K — an average of about $17K per grant, based on its IRS Form 990 filings.
What is Lainoff Family Foundation Inc's EIN?
Lainoff Family Foundation Inc's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 13-3949510. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2021–2025.
Does Lainoff Family Foundation Inc accept unsolicited proposals?
No, according to Grantable's research on the foundation's published guidelines. The foundation does not accept unsolicited applications.
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Data last updated September 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990-PF filings. Research dossier generated April 2026.