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The Lester G Abelow Foundation is a 501(c)(3) grantmaking organization that has allocated a total of $1.3 million across 55 grantees in its 2024 filing year. The foundation is currently open for unsolicited proposals, inviting prospective applicants to review the 'How to Apply' section of their profile page to assess fit with their funding priorities.
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Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share

JEWISH FEDERATION OF NORTHEASTERN PENNSYLVANIA
$3.2M
38%
SALVATION ARMY EAST STROUDSBURG CORPS
$959.1K
11%
JEWISH RESOURCE CENTER OF THE POCONOS
$945K
11%
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Total No. of Grants
55
Median 1st year grant
$2K
Median 2nd year grant
$2K
Top 3 Grants
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Grant Size
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to THE LESTER G ABELOFF FOUNDATION?
Yes. THE LESTER G ABELOFF FOUNDATION accepts unsolicited proposals for funding. You can find details in the How to Apply section on this profile.
Where does THE LESTER G ABELOFF FOUNDATION give?
THE LESTER G ABELOFF FOUNDATION primarily gives to organizations located in Pennsylvania, New York, and District Of Columbia. These states represent the largest share of the foundation’s grantmaking by dollars awarded. Additional geographic details are available to registered users.
What size are THE LESTER G ABELOFF FOUNDATION’s grants?
The largest share of grants from THE LESTER G ABELOFF FOUNDATION fall in the $5,000 to $25 thousand range. The median first-year grant is about $2,000. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does THE LESTER G ABELOFF FOUNDATION make each year?
In 2024, THE LESTER G ABELOFF FOUNDATION awarded about 60 grants, totaling nearly $1.3 million. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did THE LESTER G ABELOFF FOUNDATION fund recently?
In 2024, THE LESTER G ABELOFF FOUNDATION awarded grants to about 60 grantees. Recent grantees include JEWISH FEDERATION OF NORTHEASTERN PENNSYLVANIA, SALVATION ARMY EAST STROUDSBURG CORPS, and JEWISH RESOURCE CENTER OF THE POCONOS. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to THE LESTER G ABELOFF FOUNDATION?
You can find details on how to apply in the How to Apply section on this profile.
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