Gertrude and Leonard McCombe Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Gertrude and Leonard McCombe Foundation is a private foundation in Riverhead, New York. In tax year 2025 it gave $84,950 in 7 grants; the typical grant was $5,300 and the largest $21,250. 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$84,950
- Number of grants7
- Typical grant$5,300
- Largest grant$21,250
- Assets$1.6 million
- New grantees0%
Giving in 2025 was the same as $84,950 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 | $42,499 | 5 | $2.0 million |
| 2023 | $77,500 | 7 | $1.9 million |
| 2024 | $84,950 | 7 | $1.7 million |
| 2025 | $84,950 | 7 | $1.6 million |
How to apply
Gertrude and Leonard McCombe 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 Gertrude and Leonard McCombe Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to New York.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 6 | $79,650 |
| Texas | 1 | $5,300 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| East End Hospital | Donation | $21,250 |
| Heart of the Hamptons | Donation | $21,250 |
| The Coalition for Women's Cancers | Donation | $21,250 |
| Catholic Home Care | Donation | $5,300 |
| Share Cancer Support | Donation | $5,300 |
| National Ovarian Cancer Coalition | Donation | $5,300 |
| Strength for Life | Dontation | $5,300 |
Officers and trustees
- Clark J McCombe
- Beverly Hannah Ortiz
- Kristen Lonnie
- Phyllis Leinwand
- Janice Meehan
Questions people ask
Does Gertrude and Leonard McCombe Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Gertrude and Leonard McCombe Foundation give?
$84,950 in tax year 2025, across 7 grants, with a typical grant of $5,300.
Who runs Gertrude and Leonard McCombe Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Clark J McCombe (Dir, Pres ,), Beverly Hannah Ortiz (VP), Kristen Lonnie (Director) and Phyllis Leinwand (Director) among 5 officers and trustees.
What does Gertrude and Leonard McCombe Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly health.