The Liebish and Sarah Levin Hecht Charitable Trust
The Liebish and Sarah Levin Hecht Charitable Trust is a private foundation based in Lakewood, New Jersey. Its 2024 filing reports 35 grants totaling $18,120 to charitable organizations, with recipients primarily in New Jersey and New York.
The Liebish and Sarah Levin Hecht Charitable Trust at a glance
In short: The Liebish and Sarah Levin Hecht Charitable Trust gave $18K across 35 grants in 2024 (avg $517.714), mostly in New Jersey. Source: 2024 IRS Form 990-PF.
- Annual giving (2024)
- $18,120
- Grants made (2024)
- 35
- Average grant
- $518
- Median grant
- $280
- Total assets
- $5,424
- +36.4% vs 2023
- Primary geography
- New Jersey (66% of itemized 2024 grant dollars)
- Latest 990 filing
- Form 990-PF, 2024 View filing
Data from IRS Form 990-PF, 2024; updated October 2026.
How to apply to The Liebish and Sarah Levin Hecht Charitable Trust
- Accepts unsolicited proposals
- No
- How to Apply
-
The trust states that it makes contributions only to preselected charitable organizations and does not accept unsolicited requests. The filing lists the Foundation as the contact and a longhand appeal as the form and materials. Awards are restricted to compliance with the exempt purpose.
- Contact
Application contact: The Foundation
Mailing address: 5A Cannas Dr, Lakewood, NJ 08701
Phone: (732) 367-4884
Application details from Grantable's research on the foundation's public materials; confirm on its website before applying.
Who The Liebish and Sarah Levin Hecht Charitable Trust funds
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 10 recipients in 2024
The largest 2024 recipient was Keren Olam HaTorah ($5K). Together the top 10 received $13K.
Grant Size Distribution
42 grants across all recorded years
The most common grant size was under $50K: 42 grants of 42 (100%).
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
In 2024, 66% of grant dollars went to recipients in New Jersey and 31% to recipients in New York. Florida accounted for 1%; the filing also reports 2% in an unspecified state category.
Grant Distribution by State
Share of 2024 grant dollars across all 35 itemized grants.
States
Cities
How The Liebish and Sarah Levin Hecht Charitable Trust gives
- Giving grew 113150% from 2021 to 2024. Method
From the foundation's IRS Form 990-PF filings. Methodology.
Giving History
Giving Over Time
Total grant dollars and number of grants per year
From 2021 to 2024, annual grant giving ranged from $16 (2021) to $18K (2024). In 2024 it made 35 grants totaling $18K.
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Keren Olam HaTorah Brick, NJ | General Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| American Friends of Yeshiva Ohr Elc Lakewood, NJ | General Unrestricted | $2,560 |
| Chasdei Lev Brooklyn, NY | General Unrestricted | $1,000 |
| Kamenitz Lakewood, NJ | General Unrestricted | $1,000 |
| CCK Charity Foundation Monsey, NY | General Unrestricted | $900 |
| Computer Services for the Blind Brooklyn, NY | General Unrestricted | $500 |
| Toras Chesed Lakewood, NJ | General Unrestricted | $468 |
| American Friends of Hidabroot Brooklyn, NY | General Unrestricted | $360 |
| American Friends of Yad Eliezer Jackson, NJ | General Unrestricted | $360 |
| Chayim Aruchim Brooklyn, NY | General Unrestricted | $360 |
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Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
| Filing year | Total Assets | Revenue | Expenses | Grants paid | Grants | Qualifying Distributions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $5,424 | $19,568 | $18,120 | $18,120 | 35 | $18,120 |
| 2023 | $3,976 | — | $68 | — | — | — |
| 2022 | $4,044 | — | $6,520 | $6,520 | 6 | $6,520 |
| 2021 | $10,564 | $10,000 | $16 | $16 | 1 | $16 |
| 2020 | $580 | — | — | — | — | — |
Research compiled by Grantable AI from public sources. Last updated September 2026.
Mission & Focus Areas
No mission statement for the trust is provided. Its 2024 grants show support for organizations with varied charitable purposes. For example, Computer Services for the Blind describes its work as providing Braille and large-print books, eyetracking and screen-reader training, and Hebrew Braille training. American Friends of Yad Eliezer says it provides financial aid and support to people who are poor or disadvantaged in the United States and Israel. Chayim Aruchim describes its work as providing culturally sensitive end-of-life direction and advocacy, and support to people who are ill or in need.
Other 2024 recipients describe work in areas including education and outreach, medical support, and assistance to children with disabilities. Keren Hashviis says it promotes observance of Jewish laws relating to the Shmittah year through education and financial assistance.
Grantmaking
In 2024, the trust made 35 grants totaling $18,120. Grant amounts ranged from $100 to $5,000, with a median of $280. The largest reported grants included $5,000 to Keren Olam HaTorah and $2,560 to American Friends of Yeshiva Ohr Elc, both for general unrestricted purposes. Other notable grants were $1,000 each to Chasdei Lev and Kamenitz, also for general unrestricted purposes.
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
The 2024 filing lists Sarah J Hecht and Jacob Gottlieb as trustees.
The Liebish and Sarah Levin Hecht Charitable Trust's 2024 filing lists 2 officers; none of the 2 officers listed in 2024 report compensation.
Officers on the 2024 filing
Jacob Gottlieb
Trustee
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Sarah J Hecht
Trustee
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.
Frequently asked questions about The Liebish and Sarah Levin Hecht Charitable Trust
How much does The Liebish and Sarah Levin Hecht Charitable Trust give each year?
The Liebish and Sarah Levin Hecht Charitable Trust gave $18K across 35 grants in 2024, according to its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF.
What is The Liebish and Sarah Levin Hecht Charitable Trust's typical grant size?
The Liebish and Sarah Levin Hecht Charitable Trust's median grant in 2024 was $280, and its average grant was $518, across 35 grants on its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF.
Where does The Liebish and Sarah Levin Hecht Charitable Trust give grants?
The Liebish and Sarah Levin Hecht Charitable Trust gives mostly in New Jersey: 66% of the grant dollars itemized on its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF went to recipients there. The next largest state was New York (31%). The most frequent recipient cities were Lakewood, NJ (13 grants), Brooklyn, NY (9 grants) and New York, NY (4 grants).
Does The Liebish and Sarah Levin Hecht Charitable Trust give general operating support?
Yes: 100% of The Liebish and Sarah Levin Hecht Charitable Trust's 2024 grants with a stated purpose (35 of 35) were for general or operating support, per its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF.
Who are The Liebish and Sarah Levin Hecht Charitable Trust's largest grantees?
The Liebish and Sarah Levin Hecht Charitable Trust's largest 2024 grantees include Keren Olam HaTorah ($5,000), American Friends of Yeshiva Ohr Elc ($2,560) and Chasdei Lev ($1,000), according to its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. Together they received 47% of its itemized 2024 grant dollars.
How large is The Liebish and Sarah Levin Hecht Charitable Trust?
The Liebish and Sarah Levin Hecht Charitable Trust reported $5K in total assets on its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. Its revenue that year was $20K.
What does The Liebish and Sarah Levin Hecht Charitable Trust fund?
No mission statement for the trust is provided. Its 2024 grants show support for organizations with varied charitable purposes. See mission & focus areas ↑
How do I apply for a grant from The Liebish and Sarah Levin Hecht Charitable Trust?
The trust states that it makes contributions only to preselected charitable organizations and does not accept unsolicited requests. Eligibility and process details are in the grantmaking section of this profile. See how to apply ↑
What is The Liebish and Sarah Levin Hecht Charitable Trust's EIN?
The Liebish and Sarah Levin Hecht Charitable Trust's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 22-3533339. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2020–2024.
Does The Liebish and Sarah Levin Hecht Charitable Trust accept unsolicited proposals?
No, 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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- IRS filings on file for fiscal years 2020–2024
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