Leo Freedman Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Leo Freedman Foundation is a private foundation in Camarillo, California. In tax year 2025 it gave $75,000 in 3 grants; the typical grant was $25,000 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$75,000
- Number of grants3
- Typical grant$25,000
- Largest grant$25,000
- Assets$2.1 million
- New grantees0%
Giving in 2025 was the same as $75,000 the year before.
0% of its 2025 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 | $75,000 | 3 | $1.8 million |
| 2024 | $75,000 | 3 | $2.0 million |
| 2025 | $75,000 | 3 | $2.1 million |
How to apply
Leo Freedman 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 Leo Freedman Foundation funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 3 | $75,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Cal State Univ - Fullerton | Fine arts - scholarships | $25,000 |
| Chapman University | Fine arts - scholarships | $25,000 |
| University of California - Irvine | Fine arts - scholarships, signs for uci | $25,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Ellis Stern
- Sharon Lesk Co Tygir Enterprises
Questions people ask
Does Leo Freedman Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Leo Freedman Foundation give?
$75,000 in tax year 2025, across 3 grants, with a typical grant of $25,000.
Who runs Leo Freedman Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Ellis Stern (Trustee) and Sharon Lesk Co Tygir Enterprises (Trustee).
What does Leo Freedman Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly arts and culture and education.