John and Elizabeth Leonard Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
John and Elizabeth Leonard Family Foundation is a private foundation in San Diego, California. In tax year 2024 it gave $1.4 million in 12 grants; the typical grant was $74,468 and the largest $454,500. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$1.4 million
- Number of grants12
- Typical grant$74,468
- Largest grant$454,500
- Assets$17.8 million
- New grantees10%
Giving in 2024 was up from $1.2 million the year before.
10% of its 2024 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, so most of its money goes to organizations it already funds.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $1.2 million | 11 | $15.4 million |
| 2024 | $1.4 million | 12 | $17.8 million |
How to apply
John and Elizabeth Leonard Family 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 John and Elizabeth Leonard Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 6 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 7 | $1.1 million |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $85,000 |
| Pennsylvania | 1 | $81,000 |
| Virginia | 1 | $60,000 |
| New York | 1 | $25,000 |
| Montana | 1 | $10,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Uc Riverside Foundation | Scholarship fund | $454,500 |
| California State University Long Be | Scholarship fund | $384,000 |
| Individual | Funds allocated to s.t.e.a.m. Makerspace and community health center. | $100,000 |
| Partners in Health | Medical research | $85,000 |
| American Association for Cancer Res | Medical research | $81,000 |
| Community Resource Center | Social services | $78,936 |
| Individual | Environment conservancy | $70,000 |
| Conquer Cancer Foundation | Medical research | $60,000 |
| Yosemite Conservancy | Park projects | $41,082 |
| St John Fisher College | General gift | $25,000 |
| Agua Hedionda Lagoon Foundation | Academy for environmental stewardship | $18,750 |
| Yellowstone Park Foundation | Park projects | $10,000 |
Officers and trustees
- John E Leonard
- Elizabeth S Leonard
Questions people ask
Does John and Elizabeth Leonard Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does John and Elizabeth Leonard Family Foundation give?
$1.4 million in tax year 2024, across 12 grants, with a typical grant of $74,468.
Who runs John and Elizabeth Leonard Family Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists John E Leonard (Foundation Mgr.) and Elizabeth S Leonard (Treasurer).
What does John and Elizabeth Leonard Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, health and science and research.