Henry J & Erna D Leir Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Henry J & Erna D Leir Foundation is a private foundation in New York, New York. In tax year 2025 it gave $83,849 in 1 grant; the typical grant was $83,849 and the largest $83,849. 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$83,849
- Number of grants1
- Typical grant$83,849
- Largest grant$83,849
- Assets$1.4 million
- New grantees0%
Giving in 2025 was up from $78,483 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 | $74,864 | 1 | $1.4 million |
| 2024 | $78,483 | 1 | $1.2 million |
| 2025 | $83,849 | 1 | $1.4 million |
How to apply
Henry J & Erna D Leir 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 Henry J & Erna D Leir Foundation funds
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| See Statement A | For the aid and assistance of children and the elderly. | $83,849 |
Officers and trustees
- Diane Wolter-Diederich
- Paul-Henry Meyers
- Alain Meyer
- Tom Loesch
- Charles Muller
- Jens Frommen
Questions people ask
Does Henry J & Erna D Leir Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Henry J & Erna D Leir Foundation give?
$83,849 in tax year 2025, across 1 grant, with a typical grant of $83,849.
Who runs Henry J & Erna D Leir Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Diane Wolter-Diederich (Director), Paul-Henry Meyers (Director), Alain Meyer (Director) and Tom Loesch (Chairman, Director) among 6 officers and trustees.
What does Henry J & Erna D Leir Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly international, seniors and youth programs.