Richard and Emily Levin Foundation
/OVERVIEW: The Richard and Emily Levin Foundation’s grantmaking includes support of education, the arts, and Jewish causes.
IP TAKE: The Levin Foundation does not appear to have a clear giving strategy. It keeps a low public profile, which limits information available on its grantmaking priorities and activities. While a mailing address and phone number are listed below, this is an inaccessible funder that does not accept unsolicited requests for funding or encourage potential grantees to reach out.
PROFILE: Established in 1989, the Richard and Emily Levin Foundation is steered by the Levin family of Los Gatos, California. Unfortunately, the foundation is not transparent, but tax filings suggest that the Richard and Emily Levin Foundation’s grantmaking includes support of education, the arts, and Jewish causes.
Grants for Jewish Causes
The Levin family steadily supports the Jewish community in the Bay Area, including Hebrew Home for Aged Disabled and Jewish Family Service, as well as specific Jewish temples, including Temple Beth-El and Temple Emanu-El in San Jose.
Grants for Education, Arts and Culture, and Community Development
The Levin Foundation does not appear to have clearly defined giving areas or programs. Past grantees include Bay Area Rescue Mission, East Bay Center for the Performing Arts, Meals on Wheels, the Boys and Girls Clubs of Silicon Valley, and New Century Chamber Orchestra.
Important Grant Details
Levin grants range from $1,000 to $25,000; however, the most common amount is $2,000. The vast majority of support goes to groups located in the Bay Area or to national groups serving the local community.
Learn about recent giving in the funder’s tax records. The foundation does not appear to accept unsolicited grant proposals or requests for funding.
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CONTACT:
Richard and Emily Levin Foundation
718 University Ave., Ste. 215
Los Gatos, CA 95032
Telephone: 408-399-3182
