John D & Jane Leifheit Charitable Foundation
Preselected recipients only
John D & Jane Leifheit Charitable Foundation is a private foundation in Evansville, Indiana. In tax year 2025 it gave $83,480 in 17 grants; the typical grant was $3,500 and the largest $10,796. 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$83,480
- Number of grants17
- Typical grant$3,500
- Largest grant$10,796
- Assets$1.8 million
- New grantees71%
Giving in 2025 was up from $47,880 the year before.
71% of its 2025 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 | $105,335 | 17 | $1.5 million |
| 2024 | $47,880 | 5 | $1.7 million |
| 2025 | $83,480 | 17 | $1.8 million |
How to apply
John D & Jane Leifheit Charitable 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 John D & Jane Leifheit Charitable Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to Illinois.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Illinois | 14 | $51,092 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $10,796 |
| Florida | 1 | $10,796 |
| Maryland | 1 | $10,796 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| American Cancer Society | Program support | $10,796 |
| American Heart Association | Program support | $10,796 |
| The Salvation Army | Program support | $10,796 |
| Easter Seals Dupage & the Fox Valley Region Inc | Program support | $10,796 |
| American Red Cross Mary Elizabeth Cisneros Vice President | Program support | $10,796 |
| Hinckley Big-Rock Community High SC | Program support | $7,500 |
| Hinckley First United Methodist Church | Program support | $5,000 |
| Hinckley Community Fire Protection | Program support | $5,000 |
| Hinckley Public Library | Program support | $3,500 |
| Hinckley Historical Society | Program support | $1,500 |
| Dekalb County Community Foundation | Program support | $1,500 |
| Hinckley Area Food Pantry | Program support | $1,500 |
| Dekalb County Animal Welfare League | Program support | $1,000 |
| Somonauk United Presbyterian Church | Program support | $1,000 |
| Tails Humane Society | Program support | $1,000 |
| Girl Scouts of Northern Illinois South Elgin Resource Center | Program support | $500 |
| Boy Scouts of America Local Troop #37 Norris Scout Service Center | Program support | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- Old National Wealth Management
Questions people ask
Does John D & Jane Leifheit Charitable Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does John D & Jane Leifheit Charitable Foundation give?
$83,480 in tax year 2025, across 17 grants, with a typical grant of $3,500.
Who runs John D & Jane Leifheit Charitable Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Old National Wealth Management (Trustee).
What does John D & Jane Leifheit Charitable Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly health, human services and faith communities.