Lippman Kanfer Family Foundation
The Lippman Kanfer Family Foundation is a private foundation located in Orange Village, Ohio. In filing year 2024, it reported 34 grants totaling $2,096,520.
Lippman Kanfer Family Foundation at a glance
In short: Lippman Kanfer Family Foundation gave $2.1M across 34 grants in 2024 (avg $62K), top state Ohio. 63% of 2024 grantees were new. Source: 2024 IRS Form 990-PF.
- Annual giving (2024)
- $2,096,520
- +43.4% vs 2023
- Grants made (2024)
- 34
- +209.1% vs 2023
- Average grant
- $61,662
- -53.6% vs 2023
- Median grant
- $1,800
- Total assets
- $3,029,776
- -37.9% vs 2023
- New grantees (estimate)
- 63% first-time grantees (20 of 32, 2024)
- Primary geography
- Ohio (45% 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 Lippman Kanfer Family Foundation
- Accepts unsolicited proposals
- Yes
- How to Apply
-
The foundation accepts unsolicited requests. Organizations may introduce themselves by email. The filing states that the foundation does not restrict giving to preselected organizations and lists no restrictions on awards.
- Contact
Application contact: Infolippmankanferorg
Mailing address: 23 Park Place, Brooklyn, NY 11217
Phone: (330) 255-6200
Website: https://www.lippmankanfer.org
Application details from Grantable's research on the foundation's public materials; confirm on its website before applying.
Who Lippman Kanfer Family Foundation funds
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 10 recipients in 2024
The largest 2024 recipient was JCBA ($563K). Together the top 10 received $2.1M.
Grant Size Distribution
93 grants across all recorded years
The most common grant size was under $50K: 57 grants of 93 (61%).
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
In 2024, grant dollars were reported as 45% to Ohio, 39% to New York, 11% to Nevada, 5% to Illinois, and less than 1% to the District of Columbia.
Grant Distribution by State
Share of 2024 grant dollars across all 34 itemized grants.
Cities
Is Lippman Kanfer Family Foundation open to new grantees?
63%
first-time grantees, 2024
In 2024, 20 of 32 grantees (63%) were first-time recipients. First grants averaged $26K; repeat grants $132K. How we count
Medians: $360 first-time, $11K repeat.
- 31% of 2024 grantees were also funded in 2023. Method
- Giving grew 41% from 2021 to 2024. Method
- In 2024 it paid out well above 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 $1.3M (2020) to $2.1M (2024). In 2024 it made 34 grants totaling $2.1M.
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| JCBA Akron, OH | General | $563,000 |
| Lippman Day School Akron, OH | General | $356,000 |
| Jewish Federation of Cleveland Beachwood, NY | General | $250,000 |
| UJA Federation of NY New York, NY | General | $250,000 |
| A More Perfect Union Henderson, NV | General | $225,000 |
| Chautauqua Foundation Chautauqua, NY | General | $200,000 |
| Chautauqua Foundation Chautauqua, NY | General | $100,000 |
| Yeshiva Derech Hatorah Chicago, IL | General | $100,000 |
| Revere Road Synagogue Akron, OH | General | $12,000 |
| Shaw JCC of Akron Akron, OH | General | $10,000 |
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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 | $3,029,776 | $930,760 | $2,259,143 | $2,096,520 | 34 | $2,096,520 | $766,852 | $185,544 |
| 2023 | $4,882,565 | $525,502 | $1,616,793 | $1,461,900 | 11 | $1,461,900 | $370,792 | $280,410 |
| 2022 | $7,263,704 | $888,973 | $1,563,050 | $1,381,800 | 14 | $1,381,800 | $707,202 | $381,260 |
| 2021 | $8,030,108 | $1,240,394 | $1,725,923 | $1,490,480 | 16 | $1,490,480 | $942,681 | $537,475 |
| 2020 | $8,463,440 | $1,194,533 | $1,459,041 | $1,278,653 | 18 | — | $563,696 | $489,669 |
Under IRS private-foundation payout rules, Lippman Kanfer Family Foundation reported a distributable amount of $186K 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 filings do not state a mission. Its 2024 grants went to organizations with varied activities. For example, Chautauqua Foundation says it supports the long-term sustainability of Chautauqua Institution, particularly through preservation and growth of endowment funds. Hunger Free America describes its work as building support for policies and programs to end domestic hunger and improve access to nutritious food. Other recipients describe work in areas including inclusion through sports, health and education programs (Special Olympics), care of a public park (Prospect Park Alliance), and health and well-being support within the Jewish community (Bikur Cholim of Cleveland).
Grantmaking
In 2024, the foundation made 34 grants totaling $2,096,520. Grants ranged from $120 to $563,000, with a median of $1,800.
Among the largest reported grants were $563,000 to JCBA, $356,000 to Lippman Day School, $250,000 each to Jewish Federation of Cleveland and UJA Federation of NY, and $225,000 to A More Perfect Union. Chautauqua Foundation received two grants, of $200,000 and $100,000. Other listed grants included $100,000 to Yeshiva Derech Hatorah, $12,000 to Revere Road Synagogue, and $10,000 to Shaw JCC of Akron.
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
The 2024 filing lists the following directors: Donny Zigdon, Jaron Kanfer, Joseph Kanfer, Joshua Rolnick, Justin Stewart, Ketti Zigdon, Mamie Kanfer Stewart, Marcella Kanfer Rolnick, and Sara Ferne Kanfer.
Lippman Kanfer Family Foundation's 2024 filing lists 9 officers; none of the 9 officers listed in 2024 report compensation.
Officers on the 2024 filing
Donny Zigdon
Director
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Jaron Kanfer
Director
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Joseph Kanfer
Director
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Joshua Rolnick
Director
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Justin Stewart
Director
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Ketti Zigdon
Director
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Mamie Kanfer Stewart
Director
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Marcella Kanfer Rolnick
Director
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Sara Ferne Kanfer
Director
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Former officers (3)
- Former: Jp English (2020–2022) — Treasurer
- Former: Pamela Kanfer (2020–2022) — Director & President.board C
- Former: Valerie Rosenberg (2020–2022) — Secretary
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.
Frequently asked questions about Lippman Kanfer Family Foundation
How much does Lippman Kanfer Family Foundation give each year?
Lippman Kanfer Family Foundation gave $2.1M across 34 grants in 2024, according to its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. In 2023 it gave $1.5M across 11 grants.
What is Lippman Kanfer Family Foundation's typical grant size?
Lippman Kanfer Family Foundation's median grant in 2024 was $1,800, and its average grant was $61,662, across 34 grants on its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. Organizations receiving their first grant from Lippman Kanfer Family Foundation that year got $26K on average.
Where does Lippman Kanfer Family Foundation give grants?
Lippman Kanfer Family Foundation's top state is Ohio, with 45% of the grant dollars itemized on its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. The next largest states were New York (39%) and Nevada (11%). The most frequent recipient cities were Akron, OH (5 grants), Brooklyn, NY (5 grants), Chautauqua, NY (4 grants) and New York, NY (3 grants).
Does Lippman Kanfer Family Foundation give general operating support?
Yes: 100% of Lippman Kanfer Family Foundation's 2024 grants with a stated purpose (34 of 34) were for general or operating support, per its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF.
Who are Lippman Kanfer Family Foundation's largest grantees?
Lippman Kanfer Family Foundation's largest 2024 grantees include JCBA ($563,000), Lippman Day School ($356,000) and Chautauqua Foundation ($300,000 across 2 grants), according to its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. Together they received 58% of its itemized 2024 grant dollars.
How large is Lippman Kanfer Family Foundation?
Lippman Kanfer Family Foundation reported $3.0M in total assets on its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. It paid out $2.1M in qualifying distributions that year, against a required minimum of $186K (roughly 5% of its investment assets).
What does Lippman Kanfer Family Foundation fund?
The foundation’s filings do not state a mission. Its 2024 grants went to organizations with varied activities. For example, Chautauqua Foundation says it supports the long-term sustainability of Chautauqua Institution, particularly through preservation and growth of endowment funds. See mission & focus areas ↑
How do I apply for a grant from Lippman Kanfer Family Foundation?
The foundation accepts unsolicited requests. Eligibility and process details are in the grantmaking section of this profile. See how to apply ↑
What is Lippman Kanfer Family Foundation's EIN?
Lippman Kanfer Family Foundation's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 34-0974875. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2020–2024.
Does Lippman Kanfer Family Foundation accept unsolicited proposals?
Yes, according to Grantable's research on the foundation's published guidelines. See how to apply ↑
Data last updated October 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990-PF filings. Research dossier generated September 2026.
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When this profile's IRS filing data changed on Grantable
- IRS filings on file for fiscal years 2020–2024
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