Summit Legacy Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
Summit Legacy Foundation Inc is a private foundation in Fort Wayne, Indiana. In tax year 2025 it gave $380,965 in 16 grants; the typical grant was $13,750 and the largest $110,000. 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$380,965
- Number of grants16
- Typical grant$13,750
- Largest grant$110,000
- Assets$10.8 million
- New grantees75%
Giving in 2025 was up from $350,500 the year before.
75% 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 | $462,402 | 3 | $10.8 million |
| 2024 | $350,500 | 12 | $10.7 million |
| 2025 | $380,965 | 16 | $10.8 million |
How to apply
Summit Legacy Foundation Inc 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 Summit Legacy Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to Indiana.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Indiana | 14 | $353,965 |
| Florida | 1 | $25,000 |
| Tennessee | 1 | $2,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Community Foundation of Greater FW | Support foundation in their goal | $110,000 |
| Bridge of Grace Ministries | Capital project | $80,000 |
| Questa Education Foundation | Scholarships | $27,500 |
| Individual | Capital project | $26,850 |
| Harry Chapin Food Bank of SW Florid | Food bank donation | $25,000 |
| PFW Foundation | Operational support | $25,000 |
| Artlink Inc | Operational support | $25,000 |
| Pearl Arts Foundation | Scholarship-youth music | $17,500 |
| Acres Land Trust | Operational support | $10,000 |
| Individual | Operational support | $10,000 |
| Allen County Sheriffs Department | Capital support | $7,680 |
| United Way of Allen County | Emergency food support | $5,000 |
| Southwest Montessori Academy | Capital campaign support | $5,000 |
| World Baseball Academy Inc | Youth programs | $2,500 |
| Individual | Youth programming | $2,000 |
| Individual | Weekend meal support | $1,935 |
Officers and trustees
- Joel Harter
- Jeremy Senk
- Jeanne Longsworth
Questions people ask
Does Summit Legacy Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Summit Legacy Foundation Inc give?
$380,965 in tax year 2025, across 16 grants, with a typical grant of $13,750.
Who runs Summit Legacy Foundation Inc?
Its 2025 filing lists Joel Harter (Director), Jeremy Senk (Director) and Jeanne Longsworth (Director).
What does Summit Legacy Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, food and hunger and youth programs.