XL Foundation
Preselected recipients only
XL Foundation is a private foundation in Los Angeles, California. In tax year 2025 it gave $65,952 in 51 grants; the typical grant was $1,035 and the largest $3,186. 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$65,952
- Number of grants51
- Typical grant$1,035
- Largest grant$3,186
- Assets$548,376
- New grantees30%
Giving in 2025 was up from $57,245 the year before.
30% 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 | $33,779 | 38 | $408,711 |
| 2024 | $57,245 | 50 | $451,385 |
| 2025 | $65,952 | 51 | $548,376 |
How to apply
XL 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.
Foundation website IRS filings on ProPublica
What XL Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 15 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 17 | $19,080 |
| New York | 10 | $14,883 |
| District of Columbia | 6 | $8,775 |
| North Carolina | 2 | $4,755 |
| Florida | 2 | $3,115 |
| Georgia | 2 | $3,015 |
| Oregon | 1 | $2,500 |
| Massachusetts | 2 | $2,093 |
| Washington | 3 | $1,617 |
| Montana | 1 | $1,057 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Ipas (International Pregnancy Advisory Services) | To fund exempt purpose activity | $3,186 |
| Planned Parenthood | To fund exempt purpose activity | $2,591 |
| Earth Justice | To fund exempt purpose activity | $2,581 |
| The Carter Center | To fund exempt purpose activity | $2,500 |
| Pasa (Pan African Santuary Alliance | To fund exempt purpose activity | $2,500 |
| Unhcr | To fund exempt purpose activity | $2,200 |
| Lewa Wildlife Conservancy | To fund exempt purpose activity | $2,136 |
| Virgunga National Park (Charities Aid Foundation of America) | To fund exempt purpose activity | $2,105 |
| Marine Mammal Care Center la | To fund exempt purpose activity | $2,073 |
| Save the Chimps | To fund exempt purpose activity | $2,073 |
| Stray Paws Animal Haven (Luxepaws Vet) | To fund exempt purpose activity | $2,066 |
| The Wilderness Society | To fund exempt purpose activity | $2,000 |
| Irap (International Refugee Assistance Project) | To fund exempt purpose activity | $1,740 |
| Miracle Feet | To fund exempt purpose activity | $1,569 |
| Amnesty International | To fund exempt purpose activity | $1,545 |
| The Jane Goodall Institute | To fund exempt purpose activity | $1,500 |
| Pasadena Humane | To fund exempt purpose activity | $1,348 |
| ACLU Foundation | To fund exempt purpose activity | $1,216 |
| KCRW Foundation | To fund exempt purpose activity | $1,200 |
| Hollywood Food Coalition | To fund exempt purpose activity | $1,180 |
| International Animal Rescue | To fund exempt purpose activity | $1,063 |
| Polar Bears International | To fund exempt purpose activity | $1,057 |
| World Central Kitchen | To fund exempt activity | $1,045 |
| Project Medishare for Haiti | To fund exempt purpose activity | $1,042 |
| All Seater in A Barn | To fund exempt purpose activity | $1,041 |
| Oi Pejeta Conservancy (Chapel & York Foundation) | To fund exempt purpose activity | $1,035 |
| Chimp Haven | To fund exempt purpose activity | $1,032 |
| Four Paws International | To fund exempt purpose activity | $1,030 |
| Oceana | To fund exempt activity | $1,030 |
| Wildlife Sos India | To fund exempt purpose activity | $1,030 |
| Center for Biological Diversity | To fund exempt purpose activity | $1,000 |
| Community Animal Treatment Center | To fund exempt purpose activity | $1,000 |
| First Nation Development Institute | To fund exempt purpose activity | $1,000 |
| Hospital Albert Sweitzer | To fund nonexempt activity | $1,000 |
| Humane World for Animals | To fund exempt purpose activity | $1,000 |
| National Audubon Society | To fund exempt purpose activity | $1,000 |
| NRDC | To fund exempt purpose activity | $1,000 |
| Orangutan Foundation International | To fund exempt purpose activity | $1,000 |
| Race for Rescues | To fund exempt activity | $1,000 |
| Survival International | To fund exempt purpose activity | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Lesley Meyer
- Gwen Meyer
- Rober Siltanen
Questions people ask
Does XL Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does XL Foundation give?
$65,952 in tax year 2025, across 51 grants, with a typical grant of $1,035.
Who runs XL Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Lesley Meyer (President), Gwen Meyer (Secretary) and Rober Siltanen (Treasurer).
What does XL Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly international, environment and conservation and animals.