Lesch - Percy Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Lesch - Percy Foundation is a private foundation in Wilmington, Delaware. In tax year 2025 it gave $40,500 in 6 grants; the typical grant was $7,000 and the largest $10,000. 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$40,500
- Number of grants6
- Typical grant$7,000
- Largest grant$10,000
- Assets$180,335
- New grantees67%
Giving in 2025 was up from $8,500 the year before.
67% 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 | $9,500 | 2 | $189,232 |
| 2024 | $8,500 | 2 | $207,246 |
| 2025 | $40,500 | 6 | $180,335 |
How to apply
Lesch - Percy 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
All of its grants went to recipients in New York.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 6 | $40,500 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Bronx Community Cable Programming Corporation | General & Unrestricted | $10,000 |
| Citizens Committee for New York City Inc | General & Unrestricted | $10,000 |
| The Young Mens and Young Womens Hebrew Association | General & Unrestricted | $9,000 |
| Riverdale Country School Inc | General & Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| Congregation Emanu-El of the City of New York | General & Unrestricted | $4,000 |
| New York Junior Tennis League Inc | General & Unrestricted | $2,500 |
Officers and trustees
- David P Lesch
Questions people ask
Does Lesch - Percy Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Lesch - Percy Foundation give?
$40,500 in tax year 2025, across 6 grants, with a typical grant of $7,000.
Who runs Lesch - Percy Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists David P Lesch (Pres, Dir, Sec).