James B Russell Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
James B Russell Foundation Inc is a private foundation in Dundee, New York. In tax year 2025 it gave $303,300 in 33 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 and the largest $50,000. 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$303,300
- Number of grants33
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$50,000
- Assets$1.7 million
- New grantees22%
Giving in 2025 was down from $313,000 the year before.
22% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a mix of repeat and new grantees.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $291,828 | 32 | $1.9 million |
| 2024 | $313,000 | 38 | $1.8 million |
| 2025 | $303,300 | 33 | $1.7 million |
How to apply
James B Russell Foundation Inc 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 James B Russell Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 16 states, the most to New York.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 10 | $146,800 |
| Colorado | 1 | $30,000 |
| South Carolina | 5 | $21,000 |
| Tennessee | 1 | $16,000 |
| Hawaii | 1 | $15,000 |
| Florida | 2 | $12,500 |
| Indiana | 2 | $12,500 |
| New Jersey | 2 | $11,200 |
| Missouri | 1 | $10,000 |
| California | 1 | $6,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Willow Glen Christian School | General support | $50,000 |
| New Horizons Foundation | General support | $30,000 |
| Tunnels to Towers Foundation | General support | $20,000 |
| Ugandan Water Project | General support | $17,000 |
| St Jude Children's Research Hospita | General support | $16,000 |
| University of the Nations - Kona | General support | $15,000 |
| Individual | General support | $15,000 |
| Individual | General support | $10,000 |
| Venison Donation Center | General support | $10,000 |
| Convoy of Hope | General support | $10,000 |
| Individual | General suport | $9,000 |
| Individual | General support | $8,800 |
| Rescue Mission Syracuse | General support | $8,000 |
| Individual | General support | $7,500 |
| Crossbridge Community Church | General support | $7,200 |
| Communitas International | General support | $6,000 |
| Pregnancy Care Center | General support | $5,000 |
| Faith Baptist Bible College | General suport | $5,000 |
| Lesea Global Feed the Hungry Inc | General suport | $5,000 |
| Help 4 Kids | General support | $5,000 |
| Christian Appalachain Project | General support | $5,000 |
| Bible League International | General support | $5,000 |
| Salvation Army - Horry County | General support | $4,000 |
| Community Kitchen of Myrtle Beach | General support | $4,000 |
| Individual | General support | $4,000 |
| House of Hope of the Pee Dee | General support | $4,000 |
| Medical Teams International | General support | $4,000 |
| Meals on Wheels of Horry County | General support | $4,000 |
| Cornerstone Church | General support | $3,500 |
| Frontiers | General support | $3,500 |
| Christian Aid Mission | General support | $3,300 |
| King Ferry Food Pantry | General support | $3,000 |
| Chilhowie Baptist Church | General support | $1,500 |
Officers and trustees
- Craig Leiphart
- Michael Lonsky
- Robert Jewell
- Kathy Leiphart
- Patricia Lonsky
- Dawn Jewell
Questions people ask
Does James B Russell Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does James B Russell Foundation Inc give?
$303,300 in tax year 2025, across 33 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs James B Russell Foundation Inc?
Its 2025 filing lists Craig Leiphart (President), Michael Lonsky (Vice President), Robert Jewell (Sec'y. / Treas.) and Kathy Leiphart (Director) among 6 officers and trustees.
What does James B Russell Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, education and international.