Leptas Foundation Trust
Preselected recipients only
Leptas Foundation Trust is a private foundation in Denver, Colorado. In tax year 2024 it gave $3.8 million in 23 grants; the typical grant was $50,000 and the largest $1.9 million. 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$3.8 million
- Number of grants23
- Typical grant$50,000
- Largest grant$1.9 million
- Assets$98.2 million
- New grantees30%
Giving in 2024 was up from $3.8 million the year before.
30% of its 2024 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 | $3.8 million | 20 | $88.0 million |
| 2024 | $3.8 million | 23 | $98.2 million |
How to apply
Leptas Foundation Trust 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 Leptas Foundation Trust funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 8 states, the most to Arizona.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Arizona | 2 | $2.0 million |
| Colorado | 11 | $1.2 million |
| Tennessee | 2 | $235,000 |
| California | 2 | $201,000 |
| North Carolina | 3 | $125,000 |
| Arkansas | 1 | $20,000 |
| Kentucky | 1 | $20,000 |
| South Dakota | 1 | $3,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Young Life | General support | $1.9 million |
| Mission Hills Church | General support | $600,000 |
| Valor Christian Schools | General support | $224,000 |
| Prager University Foundation | General support | $200,000 |
| Wow and Wonder Colab | General support | $135,000 |
| Alternatives Pregnancy Ctr | General support | $100,000 |
| Ambassador Christian School | General support | $100,000 |
| Amg International | General support | $100,000 |
| Issachar Center | General support | $80,000 |
| Servant Leadership Fdn | General support | $55,000 |
| Inner City Health Center | General support | $50,000 |
| Inspire Ranch Colorado | General support | $50,000 |
| Save Our Youth | General support | $40,000 |
| BRIDGE2RWANDA | General support | $20,000 |
| Concerts for Hope | General support | $20,000 |
| Dry Bones Denver | General support | $20,000 |
| Yuma Catholic High School | General support | $20,000 |
| Hope Haven Chrtble Trust | General support | $15,000 |
| Sim USA | General support | $15,000 |
| Chesterton Academy of Our Lady of Victory | General support | $10,000 |
| United World Mission | General support | $10,000 |
| Campus Ventures | General support | $3,000 |
| Emi USA | General support | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Kevin E McVaney
Questions people ask
Does Leptas Foundation Trust accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Leptas Foundation Trust give?
$3.8 million in tax year 2024, across 23 grants, with a typical grant of $50,000.
Who runs Leptas Foundation Trust?
Its 2024 filing lists Kevin E McVaney (Trustee).
What does Leptas Foundation Trust fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities and education.