Leever Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Leever Family Foundation is a private foundation in Vail, Colorado. In tax year 2024 it gave $167,600 in 8 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 and the largest $82,000. 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$167,600
- Number of grants8
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$82,000
- Assets$878,174
- New grantees88%
Giving in 2024 was up from $82,000 the year before.
88% 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 | $82,000 | 2 | $907,109 |
| 2024 | $167,600 | 8 | $878,174 |
How to apply
Leever 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 Leever Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to Colorado.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Colorado | 4 | $90,600 |
| California | 2 | $40,000 |
| Maine | 1 | $32,000 |
| Utah | 1 | $5,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Ski Snowboard Club Vail | To support alpine ski racing athletes - including coaching, training, equipment, and travel to national and international level competitions. | $82,000 |
| The Atlas Society | To invest in the next generation of young men and women by providing merit-based scholarships that help them to pursue their dreams and goals in life with focus on competitive skiing, outdoor recreation, education, music, and the arts. | $35,000 |
| Carrabassett Valley Academy | To support alpine ski racing athletes - including coaching, training, equipment, and travel to national and international level competitions. | $32,000 |
| Paul Cutherbertson Foundation | To invest in the next generation of young men and women by providing merit-based scholarships that help them to pursue their dreams and goals in life with focus on competitive skiing, outdoor recreation, education, music, and the arts. | $5,000 |
| BRASS Foundation | To invest in the next generation of young men and women by providing merit-based scholarships that help them to pursue their dreams and goals in life with focus on competitive skiing, outdoor recreation, education, music, and the arts. | $5,000 |
| High Fives Foundation | To invest in the next generation of young men and women by providing merit-based scholarships that help them to pursue their dreams and goals in life with focus on competitive skiing, outdoor recreation, education, music, and the arts. | $5,000 |
| Eagle Valley Community Fund | To invest in the next generation of young men and women by providing merit-based scholarships that help them to pursue their dreams and goals in life with focus on competitive skiing, outdoor recreation, education, music, and the arts. | $2,600 |
| Colorado Snowsports Museum | To invest in the next generation of young men and women by providing merit-based scholarships that help them to pursue their dreams and goals in life with focus on competitive skiing, outdoor recreation, education, music, and the arts. | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Daniel H Leever
- Harold Leever II
- Kristofer Ochs
- Alexander C Leever
- Julie D Leever
Questions people ask
Does Leever Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Leever Family Foundation give?
$167,600 in tax year 2024, across 8 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs Leever Family Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Daniel H Leever (Chairman), Harold Leever II (Secretary), Kristofer Ochs (Treasurer) and Alexander C Leever (Board Member) among 5 officers and trustees.
What does Leever Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly international, education and arts and culture.