Leonard L and Bertha U Abess Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Leonard L and Bertha U Abess Foundation is a private foundation in Miami, Florida. In tax year 2025 it gave $342,000 in 3 grants; the typical grant was $10,000 and the largest $322,000. 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$342,000
- Number of grants3
- Typical grant$10,000
- Largest grant$322,000
- Assets$8.6 million
- New grantees0%
Giving in 2025 was up from $292,500 the year before.
0% of its 2025 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 | $305,450 | 10 | $6.4 million |
| 2024 | $292,500 | 4 | $7.6 million |
| 2025 | $342,000 | 3 | $8.6 million |
How to apply
Leonard L and Bertha U Abess 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 Leonard L and Bertha U Abess Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to Florida.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Florida | 2 | $332,000 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $10,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Mount Sinai Medical Center Foundation | Community benefit | $322,000 |
| Vizcaya | Community benefit | $10,000 |
| World Wildlife Federation | Community benefit | $10,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Leonard L Abess
- Jayne Harris Abess
- Ashley Abess
- Matthew U Abess
- Brett U Abess
Questions people ask
Does Leonard L and Bertha U Abess Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Leonard L and Bertha U Abess Foundation give?
$342,000 in tax year 2025, across 3 grants, with a typical grant of $10,000.
Who runs Leonard L and Bertha U Abess Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Leonard L Abess (President/Director), Jayne Harris Abess (Vice Chair/Director), Ashley Abess (Director) and Matthew U Abess (Director) among 5 officers and trustees.
What does Leonard L and Bertha U Abess Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly health and environment and conservation.