The Eric Gleacher Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Eric Gleacher Foundation is a private foundation in North Palm Beach, Florida. In tax year 2024 it gave $211,500 in 13 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 and the largest $75,000. 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$211,500
- Number of grants13
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$75,000
- Assets$9.8 million
- New grantees46%
Giving in 2024 was up from $85,000 the year before.
46% 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 | $85,000 | 11 | $8.4 million |
| 2024 | $211,500 | 13 | $9.8 million |
How to apply
The Eric Gleacher 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 Eric Gleacher Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to New York.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 7 | $116,500 |
| Florida | 5 | $70,000 |
| Illinois | 1 | $25,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center | Melanoma research | $75,000 |
| Lost Tree Village Charitable Foundation Inc | Rivera beach health initiative | $50,000 |
| Western Illinois University Foundation | Men's and women's golf programs | $25,000 |
| NYU Langone Hospitals | Interdisciplinary melanoma cooperative group fund | $10,000 |
| Student Advocacy Inc | All are for cultural, medical, charitable, etc. | $10,000 |
| Marine Corps-Law Enforcement Foundation Inc | Scholarship programs | $9,500 |
| Nicklaus Children's Health Care Foundation Inc | All are for cultural, medical, charitable, etc. | $5,000 |
| On Course Foundation USA | All are for cultural, medical, charitable, etc. | $5,000 |
| Palm Beach Navy Seal Evening of Tribute Inc | All are for cultural, medical, charitable, etc. | $5,000 |
| The James C Ferrer Education Fund Inc | All are for cultural, medical, charitable, etc. | $5,000 |
| Thirty Six East Sixty Second Street Foundation Inc | Repair faade | $5,000 |
| Vinceremos Therapeutic Riding Center | All are for cultural, medical, charitable, etc. | $5,000 |
| Metropolitan Golf Association Inc | Golfworks | $2,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Jay S Gleacher
- Eric J Gleacher
- Sarah E Gleacher
- William Sinclair
Questions people ask
Does The Eric Gleacher Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Eric Gleacher Foundation give?
$211,500 in tax year 2024, across 13 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs The Eric Gleacher Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Jay S Gleacher (President, Treasurer), Eric J Gleacher (Vice President, Assistant Treasurer), Sarah E Gleacher (Vice President, Secretary) and William Sinclair (Vice President).
What does The Eric Gleacher Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly health, education and arts and culture.