Shlenker Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Shlenker Family Foundation is a private foundation in New Orleans, Louisiana. In tax year 2025 it gave $27,880 in 24 grants; the typical grant was $1,000 and the largest $5,000. 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$27,880
- Number of grants24
- Typical grant$1,000
- Largest grant$5,000
- Assets$681,611
- New grantees25%
Giving in 2025 was up from $25,932 the year before.
25% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a mix of repeat and new grantees.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $25,032 | 24 | $541,135 |
| 2024 | $25,932 | 26 | $619,464 |
| 2025 | $27,880 | 24 | $681,611 |
How to apply
Shlenker Family 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 Shlenker Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to Louisiana.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Louisiana | 23 | $27,380 |
| Texas | 1 | $500 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Jewish Federation of New Orleans | General | $5,000 |
| Temple Sinai | General | $3,080 |
| Low Cost Animal Medical Center | General | $1,500 |
| City Park Conservancy | General | $1,500 |
| New Orleans Museum of Art | General | $1,500 |
| National World War II Museum | General | $1,500 |
| Wyes | General | $1,500 |
| Toups Family Meal | General | $1,000 |
| Longue Vue House and Gardens | General | $1,000 |
| New Voices New Orleans | General | $1,000 |
| Tennesse Williams Theater Company of Nola | General | $1,000 |
| Covenant House New Orleans | General | $1,000 |
| Deutsches Haus | General | $1,000 |
| Hogs for the Cause | General | $1,000 |
| Race Mdhotter Than Hell Marathon | General | $750 |
| Jewish Children's Regional Service | General | $700 |
| Threadhead Cultural Foundation | General | $600 |
| Lakeview Christian Center | General | $500 |
| Team 8973 | General | $500 |
| National Council of Jewish Women-New Orleans | General | $500 |
| Preservation Resource Center | General | $500 |
| Magnolia Community Services | General | $500 |
| Resource Center | General | $500 |
| Project Lazarus | General | $250 |
Officers and trustees
- Michael S Shlenker
- Leesa Shlenker Samuels
- Don N Schwenn
Questions people ask
Does Shlenker Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Shlenker Family Foundation give?
$27,880 in tax year 2025, across 24 grants, with a typical grant of $1,000.
Who runs Shlenker Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Michael S Shlenker (President), Leesa Shlenker Samuels (Vice-President/Treasurer) and Don N Schwenn (Secretary).
What does Shlenker Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, arts and culture and environment and conservation.