Leder Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Leder Family Foundation is a private foundation in Wilmington, Delaware. In tax year 2024 it gave $975,500 in 14 grants; the typical grant was $10,000 and the largest $500,000. 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$975,500
- Number of grants14
- Typical grant$10,000
- Largest grant$500,000
- Assets$15.2 million
- New grantees46%
Giving in 2024 was up from $413,833 the year before.
46% 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 | $413,833 | 22 | $12.0 million |
| 2024 | $975,500 | 14 | $15.2 million |
How to apply
Leder 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 Leder Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 5 states, the most to Maryland.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Maryland | 5 | $582,500 |
| New York | 3 | $213,000 |
| District of Columbia | 4 | $172,500 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $5,000 |
| California | 1 | $2,500 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| The Jewish Federation of Greater Washington Inc | 1229 donor advised fund | $500,000 |
| Anti-Defamation League | Center on Extremism and General Operating Fund | $200,000 |
| Greater Washington Community Foundation | General & Unrestricted | $150,000 |
| Saint Frances Academy | S.T.A.R.S. Mentoring Fund | $50,000 |
| Hour Generation Foundation | Charitable Event | $25,000 |
| Anti-Defamation League | Fund for ADL Concert Against Hate | $10,000 |
| City Kids to Wilderness Project Inc | General & Unrestricted | $10,000 |
| Washington Hebrew Congregation | General & Unrestricted | $10,000 |
| Main Street Connect Inc | General & Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| Sheriffs Meadow Foundation | Caroline Tuthill Preserve Fund | $5,000 |
| United Cerebral Palsy of New York City Inc | General & Unrestricted | $3,000 |
| Breast Care for Washington | General & Unrestricted | $2,500 |
| Giving Foundation for Women & Children Inc | Toy and Coat Drive | $2,500 |
| Hilarity for Charity | Charitable Event | $2,500 |
Officers and trustees
- Ethan Leder
- Karen Leder
Questions people ask
Does Leder Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Leder Family Foundation give?
$975,500 in tax year 2024, across 14 grants, with a typical grant of $10,000.
Who runs Leder Family Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Ethan Leder (Dir, Pres) and Karen Leder (Dir, Sec, Treas).
What does Leder Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, community development and youth programs.