William and Lesley King Foundation
Preselected recipients only
William and Lesley King Foundation is a private foundation in Stamford, Connecticut. In tax year 2024 it gave $129,270 in 5 grants; the typical grant was $9,750 and the largest $100,000. 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$129,270
- Number of grants5
- Typical grant$9,750
- Largest grant$100,000
- Assets$410,063
- New grantees60%
Giving in 2024 was down from $210,350 the year before.
60% 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 | $210,350 | 8 | $495,154 |
| 2024 | $129,270 | 5 | $410,063 |
How to apply
William and Lesley King 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 William and Lesley King Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to Maryland.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Maryland | 1 | $100,000 |
| New York | 3 | $19,520 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $9,750 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Partners in Health | To promote the organization's exempt purpose | $100,000 |
| Humans Rights Watch | To promote the organization's exempt purpose | $10,000 |
| University of Global Health Equity | To promote the organization's exempt purpose | $9,750 |
| Stone Barns Center | To promote the organization's exempt purpose | $9,270 |
| National Council of Jewish Women New York | To promote the organization's exempt purpose | $250 |
Officers and trustees
- William King
- Lesley King
Questions people ask
Does William and Lesley King Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does William and Lesley King Foundation give?
$129,270 in tax year 2024, across 5 grants, with a typical grant of $9,750.
Who runs William and Lesley King Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists William King (Trustee) and Lesley King (Trustee).
What does William and Lesley King Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly health.