Jim and Norma Leslie Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Jim and Norma Leslie Family Foundation is a private foundation in Minneapolis, Minnesota. In tax year 2025 it gave $200,000 in 2 grants; the typical grant was $100,000 and the largest $150,000. 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$200,000
- Number of grants2
- Typical grant$100,000
- Largest grant$150,000
- Assets$2.1 million
- New grantees0%
Giving in 2025 was down from $211,500 the year before.
0% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, so most of its money goes to organizations it already funds.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $279,000 | 9 | $1.9 million |
| 2024 | $211,500 | 3 | $2.1 million |
| 2025 | $200,000 | 2 | $2.1 million |
How to apply
Jim and Norma Leslie 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 Jim and Norma Leslie Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in Minnesota.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Minnesota | 2 | $200,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Constellation Fund | Unrestricted charitable gift | $150,000 |
| Children's Minnesota Foundation | Unrestricted charitable gift | $50,000 |
Officers and trustees
- James D Leslie
- Norma F Leslie
- Tyler J Leslie
- Alison C Leslie
- Evan A Leslie
Questions people ask
Does Jim and Norma Leslie Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Jim and Norma Leslie Family Foundation give?
$200,000 in tax year 2025, across 2 grants, with a typical grant of $100,000.
Who runs Jim and Norma Leslie Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists James D Leslie (Secretary), Norma F Leslie (President), Tyler J Leslie (Director) and Alison C Leslie (Director) among 5 officers and trustees.
What does Jim and Norma Leslie Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly youth programs.