George & Mary Ann Leal Foundation
Preselected recipients only
George & Mary Ann Leal Foundation is a private foundation in San Marino, California. In tax year 2025 it gave $92,000 in 21 grants; the typical grant was $1,500 and the largest $25,000. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$92,000
- Number of grants21
- Typical grant$1,500
- Largest grant$25,000
- Assets$2.1 million
- New grantees26%
Giving in 2025 was down from $92,500 the year before.
26% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a mix of repeat and new grantees.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $80,500 | 18 | $1.9 million |
| 2024 | $92,500 | 24 | $2.0 million |
| 2025 | $92,000 | 21 | $2.1 million |
How to apply
George & Mary Ann Leal Foundation says in its IRS filing that it only makes contributions to preselected organizations, so unsolicited applications are unlikely to be considered. Organizations it funds are usually invited.
What George & Mary Ann Leal Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 6 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 16 | $79,600 |
| Maryland | 1 | $5,000 |
| Oregon | 1 | $4,000 |
| Michigan | 1 | $1,200 |
| Minnesota | 1 | $1,200 |
| North Dakota | 1 | $1,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Good Shepherd Shelter | Social service | $25,000 |
| Vision of Hope | Education | $20,000 |
| Mater Dolorosa Retreat Center | Social service | $10,500 |
| Huntington Medical Research | Medical research | $5,700 |
| House Institute Foundation | Medical research | $5,000 |
| Individual | Social service | $5,000 |
| Our Lady of Victory Church | Social service | $4,000 |
| Christ the Child Society | Social service | $2,500 |
| St Philip Church | Social service | $2,000 |
| Maryvale | Social service | $1,500 |
| St Ignatius College Prep | Education | $1,500 |
| Dominican Sisters of Mary | Social service | $1,200 |
| Laboure Society | Education | $1,200 |
| Tacsc | Education | $1,200 |
| Dolores Mission School | Education | $1,000 |
| St Thomas Aquinas Newman Center | Education | $1,000 |
| Verbum Dei High School | Education | $1,000 |
| Divine Mercy Clinic | Social service | $1,000 |
| Newman Center Pasadena | Social service | $700 |
| St Felicitas Perpetua School | Education | $500 |
| Individual | Social service | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- George D Leal
- David B Leal
- Jennifer A Gowen
- Cheryl Newell
Questions people ask
Does George & Mary Ann Leal Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does George & Mary Ann Leal Foundation give?
$92,000 in tax year 2025, across 21 grants, with a typical grant of $1,500.
Who runs George & Mary Ann Leal Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists George D Leal (President), David B Leal (Cfo), Jennifer A Gowen (Secretary) and Cheryl Newell (Director).
What does George & Mary Ann Leal Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly human services, education and health.