The Leep Foundation Inc
Accepts applications
The Leep Foundation Inc is a private foundation in Mishawaka, Indiana. In tax year 2024 it gave $1.1 million in 30 grants; the typical grant was $15,000 and the largest $265,000. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$1.1 million
- Number of grants30
- Typical grant$15,000
- Largest grant$265,000
- Assets$26.9 million
- New grantees63%
Giving in 2024 was up from $1.0 million the year before.
63% of its 2024 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 | $1.0 million | 23 | $21.0 million |
| 2024 | $1.1 million | 30 | $26.9 million |
How to apply
| Contact | Michael R Leep Sr 5201 N Grape Road, Mishawaka, IN 46545 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (574) 271-4147 |
| What to submit | Letters and questionnaires |
| Deadlines | No Submission Deadlines |
| Restrictions | No restrictions or limitations on awards |
What The Leep Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 6 states, the most to Indiana.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Indiana | 21 | $861,332 |
| Connecticut | 1 | $100,000 |
| Georgia | 1 | $62,500 |
| Michigan | 3 | $33,000 |
| Iowa | 3 | $22,000 |
| Kentucky | 1 | $15,913 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Community Foundation St Joseph County Inc | General operating support | $265,000 |
| Cultivate Food Rescue | General operating support | $125,333 |
| Diocese of Norwich Outreach to Haiti Inc | General operating support | $100,000 |
| Hospice Foundation | General operating support | $100,000 |
| Marian University Ancilla College | General operating support | $75,000 |
| Reins of Life | General operating support | $62,500 |
| Transformation Ministries | General operating support | $55,000 |
| Habitat for Humanity | General operating support | $50,000 |
| Logan Center | General operating support | $40,000 |
| Family Justice Center of St Joseph Cnty | General operating support | $35,000 |
| Heroes Camp Inc | General operating support | $25,000 |
| YMCA of Southwest Michigan | General operating support | $25,000 |
| The Music Village | General operating support | $19,000 |
| Kentucky State University | General operating support | $15,913 |
| Ronald McDonald House Charities | General operating support | $15,000 |
| YWCA North Central IN | General operating support | $15,000 |
| Girl Scouts of E Iowa and W Illinois | General operating support | $12,000 |
| Hannah's House | General operating support | $10,000 |
| Blank Children's Hospital | General operating support | $5,000 |
| RMHC of Central Iowa | General operating support | $5,000 |
| Indiana University | General operating support | $4,289 |
| Buses By The Beach Inc | General operating support | $4,000 |
| Easter Seals Crossroads | General operating support | $4,000 |
| Girls Rock Indianapolis | General operating support | $4,000 |
| Indiana Youth Group | General operating support | $4,000 |
| Martin Luther King Center | General operating support | $4,000 |
| School on Wheels | General operating support | $4,000 |
| The Roadie Clinic Inc | General operating support | $4,000 |
| YMCA of Greater Michiana | General operating support | $4,000 |
| Indiana University South Bend | General operating support | $3,710 |
Officers and trustees
- Michael R Leep Sr
- James A Leep
- Kristin Guernsey-Leep
- James E Leep
- Jill J Popielski
- Kyle Chamberlin
- Michael R Leep Jr
- Jenal Zak
Questions people ask
Does The Leep Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications, with this on deadlines: No Submission Deadlines.
How much does The Leep Foundation Inc give?
$1.1 million in tax year 2024, across 30 grants, with a typical grant of $15,000.
Who runs The Leep Foundation Inc?
Its 2024 filing lists Michael R Leep Sr (President, Director), James A Leep (Vice President, Treasurer, Director), Kristin Guernsey-Leep (Director) and James E Leep (Director) among 8 officers and trustees.
What does The Leep Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, health and education.