Leonard and Renee Minsky Charitable TRST
Preselected recipients only
Leonard and Renee Minsky Charitable TRST is a private foundation in Fort Walton Beach, Florida. In tax year 2024 it gave $39,500 in 19 grants; the typical grant was $1,000 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 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$39,500
- Number of grants19
- Typical grant$1,000
- Largest grant$10,000
- Assets$833,874
- New grantees11%
Giving in 2024 was down from $42,300 the year before.
11% of its 2024 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, so most of its money goes to organizations it already funds.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $42,300 | 18 | $803,282 |
| 2024 | $39,500 | 19 | $833,874 |
How to apply
Leonard and Renee Minsky Charitable TRST 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 Leonard and Renee Minsky Charitable TRST funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 5 states, the most to Maine.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Maine | 14 | $32,000 |
| Florida | 2 | $4,000 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $1,500 |
| Maryland | 1 | $1,000 |
| New York | 1 | $1,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| University of Maine Foundation | Charitable support | $10,000 |
| Husson University | Charitable support | $5,000 |
| Heart of Maine United Way | Annual fund | $5,000 |
| Congregation Beth Israel | Annual support | $2,500 |
| Chavurat Shalmon of Southwest Florida | Annual support | $2,000 |
| Full Circle Foundation | Charitable support | $2,000 |
| Clark University | Theatre fund | $1,500 |
| Bangor Symphony Orchestra | Annual fund | $1,000 |
| Challenger Learning Center of Maine | Annual support | $1,000 |
| Congregation Beth El | Annual support | $1,000 |
| Doctors Without Borders | Annual support | $1,000 |
| Eastern Maine Community College Foundati | Minsky scholarship fund | $1,000 |
| Good Shepherd Food Bank | Charitable support | $1,000 |
| North American Conference on Ethiopian | Charitable support | $1,000 |
| Penobscot Theatre Company | Annual support | $1,000 |
| St Joseph Healthcare Foundation | Annual support | $1,000 |
| Northern Light - Emmc - Foundation | Annual support | $1,000 |
| Collins Center for the Arts-Umf | Center for the arts | $1,000 |
| Cobscook Institute | Charitable support | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- Renee Minsky
Questions people ask
Does Leonard and Renee Minsky Charitable TRST accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Leonard and Renee Minsky Charitable TRST give?
$39,500 in tax year 2024, across 19 grants, with a typical grant of $1,000.
Who runs Leonard and Renee Minsky Charitable TRST?
Its 2024 filing lists Renee Minsky (Trustee).
What does Leonard and Renee Minsky Charitable TRST fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, arts and culture and faith communities.