The Enfranchisement Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Enfranchisement Foundation is a private foundation in Washington, District of Columbia. In tax year 2024 it gave $780,685 in 15 grants; the typical grant was $25,000 and the largest $328,987. 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$780,685
- Number of grants15
- Typical grant$25,000
- Largest grant$328,987
- Assets$20.6 million
- New grantees47%
Giving in 2024 was down from $903,321 the year before.
47% 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 | $903,321 | 13 | $19.6 million |
| 2024 | $780,685 | 15 | $20.6 million |
How to apply
The Enfranchisement 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 The Enfranchisement Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 5 states, the most to District of Columbia.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| District of Columbia | 9 | $678,385 |
| Maryland | 1 | $40,000 |
| New York | 2 | $26,300 |
| Illinois | 1 | $25,000 |
| Virginia | 2 | $11,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| The Philanthropic Collaborative for Education | Education | $328,987 |
| Alliance for Excellent Education | Public education | $196,580 |
| League of Conservation Voters Education Fund | Environmental | $50,000 |
| Reproductive Freedom for All Foundation | Women's health | $50,000 |
| Medstar Georgetown University Hospital | Healthcare | $40,000 |
| Choose Chicago Foundation | Diversity | $25,000 |
| Planned Parenthood of Metropolitan Washington | Women's health | $25,000 |
| The Jewish Electoral Institute | Religious | $25,000 |
| Unesco | Education | $25,000 |
| Mobiles for Education Alliance | Education | $10,000 |
| Washington Hebrew Congregation | Religious | $1,800 |
| Hindu Samaj USA | Religious | $1,300 |
| Citizens Association of Georgetown | Community involvement | $1,000 |
| Weta | Public television | $1,000 |
| Ocean Conservancy | Enviromental | $18 |
Officers and trustees
- Daniel H Leeds
- Sunita Leeds
Questions people ask
Does The Enfranchisement Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Enfranchisement Foundation give?
$780,685 in tax year 2024, across 15 grants, with a typical grant of $25,000.
Who runs The Enfranchisement Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Daniel H Leeds (Trustee) and Sunita Leeds (Trustee).
What does The Enfranchisement Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, health and environment and conservation.