Kara J Trott Family Foundation Aka Life Leap Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Kara J Trott Family Foundation Aka Life Leap Foundation is a private foundation in Wilmington, Delaware. In tax year 2025 it gave $1.1 million in 14 grants; the typical grant was $50,000 and the largest $225,000. 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$1.1 million
- Number of grants14
- Typical grant$50,000
- Largest grant$225,000
- Assets$960,668
- New grantees42%
Giving in 2025 was down from $1.4 million the year before.
42% of its 2025 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 | $1.4 million | 12 | $3.2 million |
| 2024 | $1.4 million | 12 | $2.0 million |
| 2025 | $1.1 million | 14 | $960,668 |
How to apply
Kara J Trott Family Foundation Aka Life Leap 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 Kara J Trott Family Foundation Aka Life Leap Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to Ohio.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Ohio | 10 | $866,000 |
| Illinois | 2 | $135,000 |
| Maryland | 2 | $80,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Make-A-Wish Foundation of Ohio Kentucky and Indian | General & Unrestricted | $225,000 |
| Heartland High School | Life Leap Scholarship Fund | $200,000 |
| Lutheran Social Services of Central Ohio Inc | LSS Choices - bridge funding | $150,000 |
| Chriscross Foundation | Foundation House Scholarship Fund | $100,000 |
| Chabad of Columbus | Kitchen of Life Program | $80,000 |
| Families Flourish Inc | General & Unrestricted | $56,000 |
| Heartland High School | We Recover Sponsorships | $50,000 |
| Vista Village Inc | General & Unrestricted | $50,000 |
| Brookes House Inc | General & Unrestricted | $40,000 |
| Gratitude Foundation Inc | General & Unrestricted | $40,000 |
| Ohio State University Foundation | Immigration Clinic Fund | $35,000 |
| Stockhands Horses for Healing | General & Unrestricted | $25,000 |
| Alvis Inc | Building Hope Campaign | $20,000 |
| Individual | Founders' Scholarship Fund | $10,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Mikhail Alexander Gebhardt
- Robert W Philips
- Kara J Trott
Questions people ask
Does Kara J Trott Family Foundation Aka Life Leap Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Kara J Trott Family Foundation Aka Life Leap Foundation give?
$1.1 million in tax year 2025, across 14 grants, with a typical grant of $50,000.
Who runs Kara J Trott Family Foundation Aka Life Leap Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Mikhail Alexander Gebhardt (Dir), Robert W Philips (Dir, Sec) and Kara J Trott (Treas, Dir, Pres).
What does Kara J Trott Family Foundation Aka Life Leap Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, human services and faith communities.