Nicholas Leep & Hilda Leep Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Nicholas Leep & Hilda Leep Foundation is a private foundation in Highland, Indiana. In tax year 2023 it gave $1.8 million in 31 grants; the typical grant was $10,000 and the largest $320,000. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2023.
- Grants paid, 2023$1.8 million
- Number of grants31
- Typical grant$10,000
- Largest grant$320,000
- Assets$0
How to apply
Nicholas Leep & Hilda Leep 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 Nicholas Leep & Hilda Leep Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 6 states, the most to Illinois.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Illinois | 14 | $1.3 million |
| Indiana | 8 | $377,000 |
| Michigan | 6 | $53,000 |
| Florida | 1 | $10,000 |
| Oregon | 1 | $2,000 |
| Tennessee | 1 | $2,000 |
Grants paid in 2023
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Highland Christian School | Debt reducation | $320,000 |
| Illiana Christian High School | Capital campaign | $320,000 |
| Elim Christian Services | Kamp cottage | $320,000 |
| Chicago Westside Christian School | Diverse learning program | $200,000 |
| Roseland Christian Ministries | Womens shelter | $200,000 |
| Trinity Christian College | Capital campaign | $200,000 |
| World Renew | General fund | $16,000 |
| Opportunity International | Genral funda | $15,000 |
| Strategic Christian Ministries | General fund | $12,000 |
| Lifeline Youth Ministries | General fund | $12,000 |
| Donka Inc | General fund | $10,000 |
| Every Child Ministries | General fund | $10,000 |
| Hearts in Motion | General fund | $10,000 |
| Love Inc | General fund | $10,000 |
| Provison Theater | General fund | $10,000 |
| Wycliffe Bible Translators | General fund | $10,000 |
| River of Life Christian School | General fund | $10,000 |
| Cornerstone Academy | General fund | $8,000 |
| Hammond Christian Reform Church | General fund | $8,000 |
| Life Plan | General fund | $8,000 |
| New Leaf Resources | General fund | $8,000 |
| Grace Christian Education Assoc | General fund | $8,000 |
| Sylvia's Place | General fund | $7,000 |
| The Salvation Army | General fund | $6,000 |
| Bethshan Village | Building fund | $4,000 |
| Pine Rest Foundation | General fund | $4,000 |
| Wmbi Radio | General fund | $4,000 |
| Bible League | General fund | $2,000 |
| Guideons | Bible distribution | $2,000 |
| Home Plate Youth Services | General fund | $2,000 |
| Highland Historical Society | General fund | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Bruce E Leep
- Mary Drimalla
- Joyce Vandermolen
- Barton D Leep Sr
- Frederick Leep
Questions people ask
Does Nicholas Leep & Hilda Leep Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Nicholas Leep & Hilda Leep Foundation give?
$1.8 million in tax year 2023, across 31 grants, with a typical grant of $10,000.
Who runs Nicholas Leep & Hilda Leep Foundation?
Its 2023 filing lists Bruce E Leep (President), Mary Drimalla (Sec/Treas), Joyce Vandermolen (Director) and Barton D Leep Sr (Director) among 5 officers and trustees.
What does Nicholas Leep & Hilda Leep Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, education and youth programs.