Leiser Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Leiser Family Foundation is a private foundation in New London, Connecticut. In tax year 2025 it gave $94,525 in 14 grants; the typical grant was $3,500 and the largest $20,000. 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$94,525
- Number of grants14
- Typical grant$3,500
- Largest grant$20,000
- Assets$1,697
- New grantees36%
Giving in 2025 was up from $64,743 the year before.
36% 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 | $74,800 | 12 | $1,391 |
| 2024 | $64,743 | 11 | $1,512 |
| 2025 | $94,525 | 14 | $1,697 |
How to apply
Leiser 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 Leiser Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to New York.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 4 | $56,000 |
| Connecticut | 8 | $29,525 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $6,000 |
| Pennsylvania | 1 | $3,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Center for Reproductive Rights | Charitable | $20,000 |
| Ushmm - NE Regional Office | Charitable | $20,000 |
| Beth Jacob Synagogue | Charitable | $17,500 |
| American Friends of Magen David Adom | Charitable | $15,000 |
| John Hopkins University and Medicine | Charitable | $6,000 |
| Chabad of Eastern CT | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Jewish Federation of Eastern Connecticut | Charitable | $4,000 |
| Maccabi USA | Charitable | $3,000 |
| Adirondack Mountain Club | Charitable | $1,000 |
| Avalonia Land Conservancy | Charitable | $1,000 |
| Garde Arts Center | Charitable | $1,000 |
| Ucfs Healthcare | Charitable | $600 |
| Congregation Ahavath Chesed | Charitable | $325 |
| Hadassah | Charitable | $100 |
Officers and trustees
- Harry Leiser
Questions people ask
Does Leiser Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Leiser Family Foundation give?
$94,525 in tax year 2025, across 14 grants, with a typical grant of $3,500.
Who runs Leiser Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Harry Leiser (Trustee).
What does Leiser Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities and health.