Marc E Leland Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Marc E Leland Foundation is a private foundation in Boston, Massachusetts. In tax year 2025 it gave $125,000 in 9 grants; the typical grant was $10,000 and the largest $45,000. 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$125,000
- Number of grants9
- Typical grant$10,000
- Largest grant$45,000
- Assets$1.9 million
- New grantees67%
Giving in 2025 was down from $150,000 the year before.
67% 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 | $218,000 | 11 | $1.9 million |
| 2024 | $150,000 | 8 | $1.9 million |
| 2025 | $125,000 | 9 | $1.9 million |
How to apply
Marc E Leland 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 Marc E Leland Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to New York.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 3 | $60,000 |
| District of Columbia | 3 | $30,000 |
| New Jersey | 2 | $30,000 |
| California | 1 | $5,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| The Henry Jackson Society Inc | Unrestricted | $45,000 |
| Orchestra of the Americas | Unrestricted | $20,000 |
| American Friends of the Jewish Museum Hohenems | Unrestricted | $20,000 |
| Museum of Modern Arts | Unrestricted | $10,000 |
| Warm Heart Worldwide Inc | Unrestricted | $10,000 |
| SF Campus for Jewish Living | Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| Capitol Hill Arts Workshop | Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| International Republican Institute | Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| Myriad USA | Unrestricted | $5,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Marc E Leland
- Olivia Leland
Questions people ask
Does Marc E Leland Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Marc E Leland Foundation give?
$125,000 in tax year 2025, across 9 grants, with a typical grant of $10,000.
Who runs Marc E Leland Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Marc E Leland (President) and Olivia Leland (Secretary).
What does Marc E Leland Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly arts and culture and faith communities.