Leon & Helen Church Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Leon & Helen Church Family Foundation is a private foundation in Lebanon, Illinois. In tax year 2024 it gave $52,500 in 16 grants; the typical grant was $1,500 and the largest $15,000. 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$52,500
- Number of grants16
- Typical grant$1,500
- Largest grant$15,000
- Assets$1.2 million
- New grantees13%
Giving in 2024 was up from $48,500 the year before.
13% 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | $52,000 | 11 | $1.1 million |
| 2023 | $48,500 | 14 | $1.1 million |
| 2024 | $52,500 | 16 | $1.2 million |
How to apply
Leon & Helen Church Family 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 Leon & Helen Church Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 7 states, the most to Illinois.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Illinois | 4 | $22,000 |
| Missouri | 6 | $15,500 |
| Alabama | 2 | $6,000 |
| Florida | 1 | $3,000 |
| Mississippi | 1 | $3,000 |
| Tennessee | 1 | $2,000 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $1,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Messiah Lutheran Church | Religious advancement | $15,000 |
| Central Printorg | Support of art letterpress | $10,000 |
| Helen Keller Birthplace Foundation | Support of museum | $5,000 |
| Lebanon Historical Society | Research and preservation of the history of southern illinois | $5,000 |
| Black History Museum of Corinth | Education of black history and heritage | $3,000 |
| Wounded Warrior Project Inc | Support of veterans | $3,000 |
| Disabled American Veterans | Support of veteran programs | $2,000 |
| St Jude's Children Research | Cancer research hospital | $2,000 |
| Easterseals | Supporting communities across il, ks and mo children and adults with disabilities | $1,000 |
| Girl Scouts of Southern Illinios | To build girls of courage, confidence, and character, who make the world a better place | $1,000 |
| Looking Glass Playhouse | Support of arts | $1,000 |
| Smile Train | Provide medical opportunities for children | $1,000 |
| The Backstoppers Inc | Aid to first responder families | $1,000 |
| Tuskegee Airmen National Historic Site | To perserve the national historic site | $1,000 |
| Lutheran Church- Missouri Synod | To provide support for tornado relief | $1,000 |
| The Nature Conservancy | Create a world where people and nature can thrive | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- Harriet Lois Church
- Gigi Dowling Urban
- John Long
Questions people ask
Does Leon & Helen Church Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Leon & Helen Church Family Foundation give?
$52,500 in tax year 2024, across 16 grants, with a typical grant of $1,500.
Who runs Leon & Helen Church Family Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Harriet Lois Church (Trustee), Gigi Dowling Urban (Trustee) and John Long (Trustee).
What does Leon & Helen Church Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly arts and culture, faith communities and science and research.