Lederer Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Lederer Foundation is a private foundation in Lakewood, Colorado. In tax year 2025 it gave $286,491 in 29 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 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 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$286,491
- Number of grants29
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$30,000
- Assets$0
- New grantees48%
Giving in 2025 was up from $194,800 the year before.
48% of its 2025 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 | $109,900 | 15 | $444,836 |
| 2024 | $194,800 | 24 | $278,295 |
| 2025 | $286,491 | 29 | $0 |
How to apply
Lederer 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 Lederer Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 8 states, the most to Colorado.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Colorado | 9 | $79,991 |
| District of Columbia | 6 | $57,500 |
| New York | 6 | $47,500 |
| California | 4 | $39,500 |
| Maryland | 1 | $30,000 |
| Washington | 1 | $25,000 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $10,000 |
| Pennsylvania | 1 | $5,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Media Democracy Fund | Charitable | $30,000 |
| Movement Voter Fund | Charitable | $30,000 |
| Protect Democracy Project | Charitable | $30,000 |
| American Civil Liberties Union | Charitable | $29,991 |
| Brennan Center for Justice | Charitable | $25,000 |
| Movement Protection Fund | Charitable | $25,000 |
| Chinook Fund | Charitable | $10,000 |
| Colorado Immigrant Rights Coalition | Charitable | $10,000 |
| Common Cause Education Fund | Charitable | $10,000 |
| Union of Concerned Scientists | Charitable | $10,000 |
| American Jewish World Service | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Cobalt Abortion Fund | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Conservation Colorado Education Fund | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Democracy Forward Foundation | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Environmental Defense Fund | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Fair Fight Action Civic Education and Voter Protection Fund | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Hunger Free Colorado | Charitable | $5,000 |
| League of Women Voters Education Fund | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Media Matters for America | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Natural Resources Defense Council | Charitable | $5,000 |
| New Era Colorado | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Planned Parenthood of the Rocky Mountains | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Pro Publica | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Rocky Mountain Immigrant Advocacy Network | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Verified Voting Foundation | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Grassroots Power Project | Charitable | $2,500 |
| In Our Name Project | Charitable | $2,500 |
| Way to Rise | Charitable | $2,500 |
| Urgent Action Fund | Charitable | $2,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Ann Lederer
- Robert Hickler
- Elaine Granata
- Mekayla Beaver
- Gregory Brown
Questions people ask
Does Lederer Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Lederer Foundation give?
$286,491 in tax year 2025, across 29 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs Lederer Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Ann Lederer (Pres), Robert Hickler (Treasurer), Elaine Granata (Director) and Mekayla Beaver (Director) among 5 officers and trustees.
What does Lederer Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, human services and environment and conservation.