The Eason and Ellen Leake Charitable Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Eason and Ellen Leake Charitable Foundation is a private foundation in Jackson, Mississippi. In tax year 2024 it gave $289,300 in 9 grants; the typical grant was $7,800 and the largest $220,500. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$289,300
- Number of grants9
- Typical grant$7,800
- Largest grant$220,500
- Assets$4.0 million
- New grantees56%
Giving in 2024 was up from $153,500 the year before.
56% 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 | $153,500 | 9 | $3.5 million |
| 2024 | $289,300 | 9 | $4.0 million |
How to apply
The Eason and Ellen Leake Charitable 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 The Eason and Ellen Leake Charitable Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 5 states, the most to New York.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 1 | $220,500 |
| Mississippi | 5 | $26,000 |
| California | 1 | $25,000 |
| Maryland | 1 | $10,000 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $7,800 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Jdrfbreakthrough T1D | General support | $220,500 |
| National Alopecia Areata Fdn | General support | $25,000 |
| Millsaps College | General support | $15,000 |
| St John's College | General support | $10,000 |
| St John's Episcopal Church | General support | $7,800 |
| Ms Museum of Art | General support | $5,000 |
| St Andrews Episcopal School | General support | $2,500 |
| 2nd Chance Ms | General support | $2,500 |
| University of Ms Foundation | General support | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Ellen E Leake
- R Eason Leake
- Susan Blair Leake Wunderlich
- Elizabeth Eason Leake Keckler
Questions people ask
Does The Eason and Ellen Leake Charitable Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Eason and Ellen Leake Charitable Foundation give?
$289,300 in tax year 2024, across 9 grants, with a typical grant of $7,800.
Who runs The Eason and Ellen Leake Charitable Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Ellen E Leake (President), R Eason Leake (Vice-Preside), Susan Blair Leake Wunderlich (Secretary) and Elizabeth Eason Leake Keckler (Treasurer).
What does The Eason and Ellen Leake Charitable Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education and faith communities.