Leslie and Loretta Copeland Foundation Tr
Preselected recipients only
Leslie and Loretta Copeland Foundation Tr is a private foundation in Chicago, Illinois. In tax year 2024 it gave $565,000 in 19 grants; the typical grant was $20,000 and the largest $80,000. 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$565,000
- Number of grants19
- Typical grant$20,000
- Largest grant$80,000
- Assets$14.4 million
- New grantees11%
Giving in 2024 was down from $605,000 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 | $605,000 | 20 | $13.1 million |
| 2024 | $565,000 | 19 | $14.4 million |
How to apply
Leslie and Loretta Copeland Foundation Tr 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 Leslie and Loretta Copeland Foundation Tr funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 6 states, the most to Illinois.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Illinois | 11 | $235,000 |
| Florida | 4 | $165,000 |
| Kentucky | 1 | $80,000 |
| Virginia | 1 | $50,000 |
| Tennessee | 1 | $20,000 |
| Nevada | 1 | $15,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Berea College | General | $80,000 |
| University of Miami | General | $65,000 |
| South Florida PBS Inc | General | $50,000 |
| St Stephen's Episcopal Church | General | $50,000 |
| Boys Hope Girls Hope | General | $30,000 |
| Evans Scholars Foundation | General | $30,000 |
| Christ Episcopal Church | General | $25,000 |
| Urgent Inc | General | $25,000 |
| St Joseph's Church | General | $25,000 |
| The Chicago Community Foundation | General | $20,000 |
| Garrett Evangelical Theological Seminary | General | $20,000 |
| McGaw YMCA | General | $20,000 |
| St Judes Childrens Research Hospital | General | $20,000 |
| Marillac St Vincent Family Services Inc | General | $20,000 |
| Misericorida Home | General | $20,000 |
| North Lawndale College | General | $20,000 |
| Habitat for Humanity Lake County Il Inc | General | $15,000 |
| Art Encounter | General | $15,000 |
| Christ the King Jesuit College | General | $15,000 |
Officers and trustees
- JP Morgan Chase Bank NA
Questions people ask
Does Leslie and Loretta Copeland Foundation Tr accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Leslie and Loretta Copeland Foundation Tr give?
$565,000 in tax year 2024, across 19 grants, with a typical grant of $20,000.
Who runs Leslie and Loretta Copeland Foundation Tr?
Its 2024 filing lists JP Morgan Chase Bank NA (Trustee).
What does Leslie and Loretta Copeland Foundation Tr fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, faith communities and arts and culture.