Marie Keese Lelash Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
Marie Keese Lelash Foundation Inc is a private foundation in La Crescenta, California. In tax year 2024 it gave $230,500 in 22 grants; the typical grant was $8,250 and the largest $30,000. 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$230,500
- Number of grants22
- Typical grant$8,250
- Largest grant$30,000
- Assets$4.7 million
- New grantees68%
Giving in 2024 was up from $156,600 the year before.
68% of its 2024 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a sign it is open to new organizations.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $156,600 | 18 | $4.6 million |
| 2024 | $230,500 | 22 | $4.7 million |
How to apply
Marie Keese Lelash Foundation Inc 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 Marie Keese Lelash Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 22 | $230,500 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Valley Humane Society | Unrestricted contribution | $30,000 |
| Cape Coral Animal Shelter | Unrestricted contribution | $30,000 |
| Edesia | Unrestricted contribution | $25,000 |
| Harry Chapin Food Bank of SW Florida | Unrestricted contribution | $20,000 |
| The Center for Great Apes | Unrestricted contribution | $20,000 |
| Step Up Women's Network | Unrestricted contribution | $10,000 |
| Habitat for Humanity of Lee & Horry County | Unrestricted contribution | $10,000 |
| Prospector Theater | Unrestricted contribution | $10,000 |
| Center Theater Group | Unrestricted contribution | $10,000 |
| Sunnyvale Community Services | Unrestricted contribution | $8,500 |
| Second Harvest of Silicon Valley | Unrestricted contribution | $8,500 |
| Ecumenical Hunger Program | Unrestricted contribution | $8,000 |
| 826 la | Unrestricted contribution | $5,000 |
| Benevity | Unrestricted contribution | $5,000 |
| Hasbro Children's Hospital | Unrestricted contribution | $5,000 |
| Life Moves | Unrestricted contribution | $5,000 |
| June Shelton School | Unrestricted contribution | $5,000 |
| Leukemia & Lymphoma Society | Unrestricted contribution | $5,000 |
| Childhelp | Unrestricted contribution | $3,000 |
| World Central Kitchen | Unrestricted contribution | $2,500 |
| Maine Needs | Unrestricted contribution | $2,500 |
| Trevor Project | Unrestricted contribution | $2,500 |
Officers and trustees
- Curtis W Lelash
- Gail Anderson
- Derek J Lelash
- William L Lelash
- Tanya Robinson
Questions people ask
Does Marie Keese Lelash Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Marie Keese Lelash Foundation Inc give?
$230,500 in tax year 2024, across 22 grants, with a typical grant of $8,250.
Who runs Marie Keese Lelash Foundation Inc?
Its 2024 filing lists Curtis W Lelash (President), Gail Anderson (Secretary), Derek J Lelash (Treasurer) and William L Lelash (Vice President) among 5 officers and trustees.
What does Marie Keese Lelash Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly animals, food and hunger and arts and culture.