Lennar Foundation
The Lennar Foundation is a private foundation based in Miami, Florida. Created in 1989, it is the charitable arm of Lennar Corporation and partners with organizations that assist people facing hardship and improve quality of life. The foundation’s website says it receives a contribution of $1,000 per home toward its Focused Acts of Caring and other grants, supporting at-risk children, medical research, and more.
Lennar Foundation at a glance
In short: Lennar Foundation gave $37.7M across 174 grants in 2024 (avg $217K), top state Florida. 61% of 2024 grantees were new. Source: 2024 IRS Form 990-PF.
- Annual giving (2024)
- $37,685,959
- +19.8% vs 2023
- Grants made (2024)
- 174
- +163.6% vs 2023
- Average grant
- $216,586
- -54.6% vs 2023
- Median grant
- $25,000
- Total assets
- $172,590,665
- +38.9% vs 2023
- New grantees (estimate)
- 61% first-time grantees (105 of 172, 2024)
- Primary geography
- Florida (48% of itemized 2024 grant dollars)
- Latest 990 filing
- Form 990-PF, 2024 View filing
Data from IRS Form 990-PF, 2024; updated October 2026. New grantees are estimated by matching recipient names across years (methodology).
How to apply to Lennar Foundation
- How to Apply
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The foundation’s 2023 filing says requests should be made in writing and must include a copy of the organization’s IRS determination letter regarding exempt status. It lists no restrictions on awards and names Marshall Ames as the contact for requests.
- Contact
Application contact: Marshall Ames
Mailing address: 5505 Waterford District Drive 9Th, Floor, Miami, FL 33126
Phone: (305) 559-6400
Website: https://lennar.com
Application details from Grantable's research on the foundation's public materials; confirm on its website before applying.
Who Lennar Foundation funds
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 10 recipients in 2024
The largest 2024 recipient was City of Hope ($5.1M). Together the top 10 received $25.0M.
Organizations only. It also paid 2 grants to individuals ($637,884), which are not listed by name.
Grant Size Distribution
464 grants across all recorded years
The most common grant size was under $50K: 307 grants of 464 (66%).
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
In 2024, 48% of grant dollars went to recipients in Florida, 16% to California, 16% to Texas, 7% to New York, and 4% to North Carolina. Lennar’s website describes the foundation’s giving as supporting communities connected to the company’s community involvement; the grant distribution shows awards across several states.
Grant Distribution by State
Share of 2024 grant dollars across all 174 itemized grants.
States
Cities
Is Lennar Foundation open to new grantees?
61%
first-time grantees, 2024
In 2024, 105 of 172 grantees (61%) were first-time recipients. First grants averaged $53K; repeat grants $479K. How we count
Medians: $18K first-time, $50K repeat.
- 22% of 2024 grantees were also funded in 2023. Method
- Giving grew 245% from 2021 to 2024. Method
- In 2024 it paid out 440% of its IRS minimum distribution (the 5% rule). Method
Estimate from itemized grant lists in IRS Form 990-PF filings (2020–2024). Recipient names are matched across years, so a renamed or misspelled grantee can look new; grants to individuals are left out. Methodology.
Giving History
Giving Over Time
Total grant dollars and number of grants per year
From 2020 to 2024, annual grant giving ranged from $10.9M (2021) to $37.7M (2024). In 2024 it made 174 grants totaling $37.7M.
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| City of Hope Duarte, CA | City of hope is a world leader in the research and treatment of cancer, diabetes, and other serious diseases. We deliver scientific miracles that make lives whole again. Compassion is the heart of our approach and the driving force behind all our discoveries. Founded in 1913, city of hope is one of only 45 comprehensive cancer centers in the nation, as designated by the national cancer institute. Each innovative treatment we create gives people the chance to live longer, better, and more fully. | $5,075,000 |
| Mobile Loaves & Fishes Inc Austin, TX | Mobile loaves & fishes (MLF) is a christian social outreach ministry that has been empowering communities into a lifestyle of service with the homeless since 1998.founded in austin, Texas, the organization serves its homeless neighbors through three core programs: truck ministry, community first! Village, community works. | $5,000,000 |
| Volunteer Florida Foundation Inc Tallahassee, FL | Strengthens floridas communities through national service, fostering volunteerism, and leveraging resources. | $5,000,000 |
| Jewish National Fund-USA Inc New York, NY | Unparalleled in the jewish philanthropic world, jewish national fund-usas strategic vision has been and always will be, to ensure a strong, secure, and prosperous future for the land and people of israel. Everything we do -- every project, initiative, and campaign we take on is integral to our vision of building and connecting to our land.we plant trees in israel, build houses and parks, source water solutions, buy fire trucks, and improve the lives of people with special needs. We boost tourism, support aliyah, promote zionist education and engagement, build medical centers and trauma centers, fund agricultural and culinary research, and run an American semester abroad high school in israel. We do all these things because each project, each program, each partnership, is consistent with our strategic vision population growth in the north and south, connecting the next generation to israel, infrastructure development, ecology, forestation, heritage preservation, and more -- all for | $2,500,000 |
| Florida International University Miami, FL | A world-class institutionas miami's first and only public research university, offering bachelor's, master's, and doctoral degrees, fiu is worlds ahead in its service to the academic and local community. Designated as a top-tier research institution, fiu emphasizes research as a major component in the university's mission. The herbert wertheim college of medicine and the school of computing and information sciences discovery lab are just two of many colleges, schools, and centers that actively enhance the university's ability to set new standards through research initiatives. | $1,517,360 |
| Overtown Youth Center Miami, FL | The overtown youth center was the vision of local real estate developer martin z. Margulies. Through the margulies foundation, he built the overtown youth center with the support of alonzo mourning in hopes of creating a safe haven for the children in overtown. Opening in early 2003, the overtown youth center (OYC) is a state-of-the-art facility located in the heart of miamis inner city. The center co-locates academic and recreational activities in a safe environment, working with children, families, and schools from grade 2 to graduation. We offer in-school, after-school, weekend, and summer programs that include academic enhancement, physical fitness, health care and nutrition, creative arts, prevention, character-building, and family-oriented activities, including parent orientation. | $1,460,000 |
| Break-N the Cycle Nonprofit Corp Miami, FL | Break the cycle is a spirited and innovative urban cycling group comprised of both budding and experienced cyclists who are committed to pedaling for a purpose. Under the leadership of gregarious and outspoken visionary maurice hanks, this group of talented riders have successfully cultivated a culture of fitness through novice, intermediate, and competitive riding, while championing impactful causes ranging from the eradication of gun violence and child sex trafficking to health initiatives plaguing communities of color - such as breast cancer and lupus awareness. | $1,250,000 |
| Building Talent Foundation Miami, FL | At btf, our goal is to strengthen the residential construction workforce as well as meet the quality education and decent work & economic growth goals of the united nations sustainable development goals (sdg's). Each one of our strategic goals, from building the talent pipeline to building talent connections and talent engagement, is about working with all members of the residential construction workforce sector so that we can meet measurable outcomes for the industry, evaluate, improve, and achieve a growing workforce. | $1,200,000 |
| Miami Dade College Miami, FL | Guided by the philosophy of mdc founder, colonel mitchell wolfson, to create a vibrant community for all of us by educating miami dade countys current and future residents, mdc foundation was chartered in 1965 by the state of Florida as a non-profit. The foundation raises essential private funds for student scholarships, stem education, arts and culture, entrepreneurship, workforce training, and other programs that elevate our miami community. | $1,005,000 |
| Black Ambition Opportunity Inc Miami, FL | The truth is, black ambition is limitlessblack ambition is a non-profit initiative working to close the opportunity and wealth gap through entrepreneurship. We invest capital and resources in high-growth startups founded by black and hispanic entrepreneurs. We believe entrepreneurs historically left out of traditional investment funnels are building the companies of tomorrow. | $1,000,000 |
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Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
| Filing year | Total Assets | Revenue | Expenses | Grants paid | Grants | Qualifying Distributions | Net Investment Income | Distributable Amount |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $172,590,665 | $78,320,028 | $39,090,167 | $37,685,959 | 174 | $38,394,913 | $4,538,802 | $8,726,138 |
| 2023 | $124,251,796 | $68,708,768 | $32,897,229 | $31,454,190 | 66 | $32,144,903 | $2,237,009 | $6,230,265 |
| 2022 | $87,823,491 | $40,068,818 | $26,805,708 | $24,998,511 | 82 | $25,619,589 | $5,397,277 | $4,637,940 |
| 2021 | $117,515,028 | $46,887,201 | $12,695,217 | $10,918,676 | 81 | — | $3,869,102 | $4,988,447 |
| 2020 | $75,014,226 | $20,052,774 | $26,588,292 | $25,343,057 | 61 | — | $2,471,795 | $4,134,633 |
Under IRS private-foundation payout rules, Lennar Foundation reported a distributable amount of $8.7M for 2024 — the minimum it must pay out in qualifying distributions.
Research compiled by Grantable AI from public sources. Last updated September 2026.
Mission & Focus Areas
The foundation’s website describes its work as partnering with organizations that assist the less fortunate and improve their quality of life. It specifically mentions support for at-risk children and medical research. Its 2024 grants also went to organizations working in areas including homelessness, cancer research and care, education, youth services, volunteerism, entrepreneurship, and workforce development.
Grantees describe their own missions in varied terms. Mobile Loaves & Fishes says it provides food and clothing and promotes dignity for people experiencing homelessness. City of Hope says its mission is to make hope a reality for people touched by cancer and diabetes. Overtown Youth Center says it aims to inspire and empower youth and families through enrichment services. Black Ambition Opportunity says it works to expand economic opportunities for underrepresented entrepreneurs and bridge wealth and opportunity gaps.
Grantmaking
In 2024, the foundation reported 174 grants totaling $37,685,959. Grant amounts ranged from $1,500 to $5,075,000, with a median of $25,000.
Among the largest 2024 awards were $5,075,000 to City of Hope; $5,000,000 each to Mobile Loaves & Fishes and Volunteer Florida Foundation; $2,500,000 to Jewish National Fund-USA; $1,517,360 to Florida International University; and $1,460,000 to Overtown Youth Center.
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
The 2024 filing lists Marshall Ames as president and director, and Stuart A. Miller, Waynewright Malcolm, Allan Pekor, and Shelley Rubin as directors.
Lennar Foundation is led by Marshall Ames, President & Director on every filing since 2020; 1 of 5 officers listed in 2024 is compensated.
Officers on the 2024 filing
Marshall Ames
President & Director
On filings since 2020
39 hrs/week
$528K (2020) → $648K (2024)
Allan Pekor
Director
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Shelley Rubin
Director
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Stuart A. Miller
Director
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Waynewright Malcolm
Director
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Data from IRS Form 990 filings, 2020–2024. "On filings since" is the earliest filing we hold that lists the person; hours are average hours per week as reported.
Compensation Overview
From 2024 IRS filing
The highest reported compensation on the 2024 filing was $648K, to Marshall Ames (President/Director).
Frequently asked questions about Lennar Foundation
How much does Lennar Foundation give each year?
Lennar Foundation gave $37.7M across 174 grants in 2024, according to its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. In 2023 it gave $31.5M across 66 grants.
What is Lennar Foundation's typical grant size?
Lennar Foundation's median grant in 2024 was $25,000, and its average grant was $216,586, across 174 grants on its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. Organizations receiving their first grant from Lennar Foundation that year got $53K on average.
Where does Lennar Foundation give grants?
Lennar Foundation's top state is Florida, with 48% of the grant dollars itemized on its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. The next largest states were California (16%) and Texas (16%). The most frequent recipient cities were Miami, FL (16 grants), Fort Myers, FL (4 grants), Atlanta, GA (4 grants) and Tallahassee, FL (3 grants).
Does Lennar Foundation give general operating support?
Occasionally: 1% of Lennar Foundation's 2024 grants with a stated purpose (1 of 174) were for general or operating support, per its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF.
Who are Lennar Foundation's largest grantees?
Lennar Foundation's largest 2024 grantees include City of Hope ($5,075,000), Mobile Loaves & Fishes Inc ($5,000,000) and Volunteer Florida Foundation Inc ($5,000,000), according to its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. It also paid 2 grants to individuals ($637,884), which are not listed by name. Together they received 40% of its itemized 2024 grant dollars.
How large is Lennar Foundation?
Lennar Foundation reported $172.6M in total assets on its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. It paid out $38.4M in qualifying distributions that year, against a required minimum of $8.7M (roughly 5% of its investment assets).
What does Lennar Foundation fund?
The foundation’s website describes its work as partnering with organizations that assist the less fortunate and improve their quality of life. It specifically mentions support for at-risk children and medical research. See mission & focus areas ↑
How do I apply for a grant from Lennar Foundation?
The foundation’s 2023 filing says requests should be made in writing and must include a copy of the organization’s IRS determination letter regarding exempt status. Eligibility and process details are in the grantmaking section of this profile. See how to apply ↑
What is Lennar Foundation's EIN?
Lennar Foundation's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 65-0171539. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2020–2024.
Data last updated October 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990-PF filings. Research dossier generated September 2026.
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- IRS filings on file for fiscal years 2020–2024
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