Lde Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Lde Foundation is a private foundation in West Hartford, Connecticut. In tax year 2024 it gave $15,000 in 6 grants; the typical grant was $2,500 and the largest $4,000. 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$15,000
- Number of grants6
- Typical grant$2,500
- Largest grant$4,000
- Assets$262,154
- New grantees17%
Giving in 2024 was down from $15,002 the year before.
17% 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 | $15,002 | 5 | $258,622 |
| 2024 | $15,000 | 6 | $262,154 |
How to apply
Lde 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.
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to Connecticut.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Connecticut | 5 | $11,500 |
| Pennsylvania | 1 | $3,500 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Ben's Lighthouse | Current use for general charitable purposes | $4,000 |
| DMAX Foundation | Current use for general charitable purposes | $3,500 |
| Southbury Food Bank | Current use for general charitable purposes | $3,500 |
| Safe Haven of Greater Waterbury Inc | Current use for general charitable purposes | $1,500 |
| Wellmore Behavioral Health | Current use for general charitable purposes | $1,500 |
| Community Kitchen of Torrington | Current use for general charitable purposes | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Larry Edwards
- Donna Edwards
- Rebecca Lee Eller
- Jason S Edwards
Questions people ask
Does Lde Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Lde Foundation give?
$15,000 in tax year 2024, across 6 grants, with a typical grant of $2,500.
Who runs Lde Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Larry Edwards (Trustee), Donna Edwards (Trustee), Rebecca Lee Eller (Trustee) and Jason S Edwards (Trustee).