Bruce and Leslie Lane Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
Bruce and Leslie Lane Foundation Inc is a private foundation in Palm Beach, Florida. In tax year 2025 it gave $100,964 in 15 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 and the largest $25,000. 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$100,964
- Number of grants15
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$25,000
- Assets$1.2 million
- New grantees47%
Giving in 2025 was up from $71,775 the year before.
47% 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 | $62,486 | 10 | $978,091 |
| 2024 | $71,775 | 16 | $1.2 million |
| 2025 | $100,964 | 15 | $1.2 million |
How to apply
Bruce and Leslie Lane Foundation Inc 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 Bruce and Leslie Lane Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 6 states, the most to Florida.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Florida | 4 | $41,964 |
| District of Columbia | 4 | $33,500 |
| Maryland | 3 | $12,000 |
| Pennsylvania | 1 | $10,000 |
| New York | 2 | $3,000 |
| Delaware | 1 | $500 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Georgetown Day School | General donation | $25,000 |
| Jewish Federation of Palm Beach County | General donation | $25,000 |
| Town of Palm Beach United Way | General donation | $10,000 |
| Trustees for the University of Pennsylvannia | General donation | $10,000 |
| Hirshhorn Museum and Sculpture Garden | General donation | $5,000 |
| Israel Tennis Foundation | General donation | $5,000 |
| JCRC of Greater Washington | General donation | $5,000 |
| Jewish Fed of Greater Washington | General donation | $5,000 |
| Alef Bet Montessori School | General donation | $2,000 |
| Capital Jewish Museum | General donation | $2,000 |
| Hasbara Fellowships | General donation | $2,000 |
| Palm Beach Synagogue | General donation | $1,964 |
| The Washington Institute | General donation | $1,500 |
| Usta Foundation | General donation | $1,000 |
| The Joshua M Freeman Foundation | General donation | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- Bruce S Lane
- F Leslie Barron
Questions people ask
Does Bruce and Leslie Lane Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Bruce and Leslie Lane Foundation Inc give?
$100,964 in tax year 2025, across 15 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs Bruce and Leslie Lane Foundation Inc?
Its 2025 filing lists Bruce S Lane (President/Director) and F Leslie Barron (Secretary/Treasurer/Direct).
What does Bruce and Leslie Lane Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, faith communities and arts and culture.