Leonore Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
Leonore Foundation Inc is a private foundation in New York, New York. In tax year 2025 it gave $95,000 in 25 grants; the typical grant was $2,500 and the largest $10,000. 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$95,000
- Number of grants25
- Typical grant$2,500
- Largest grant$10,000
- Assets$1.9 million
- New grantees28%
Giving in 2025 was down from $186,500 the year before.
28% 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 | $74,000 | 20 | $1.6 million |
| 2024 | $186,500 | 32 | $1.9 million |
| 2025 | $95,000 | 25 | $1.9 million |
How to apply
Leonore 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 Leonore Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to New York.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 23 | $85,000 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $5,000 |
| Tennessee | 1 | $5,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Hopeful Tails Inc | Aid donee in carrying out exempt purpose | $10,000 |
| Rising Above Bakery Inc | Aid donee in carrying out exempt purpose | $10,000 |
| Rockland Community Foundation | Aid donee in carrying out exempt purpose | $10,000 |
| Nyack Center | Aid donee in carrying out exempt purpose | $7,500 |
| Garner Arts Center | Aid donee in carrying out exempt purpose | $5,000 |
| Montefiore Nyack Foundation | Aid donee in carrying out exempt purpose | $5,000 |
| People to People | Aid donee in carrying out exempt purpose | $5,000 |
| Proyecto Faro Rockland County | Aid donee in carrying out exempt purpose | $5,000 |
| St Jude Children's Research Hospital | Aid donee in carrying out exempt purpose | $5,000 |
| The Angel Nyack | Aid donee in carrying out exempt purpose | $5,000 |
| World Food Program USA | Aid donee in carrying out exempt purpose | $5,000 |
| Center for Safety & Change | Aid donee in carrying out exempt purpose | $2,500 |
| Edward Hopper House Museum and Study Center | Aid donee in carrying out exempt purpose | $2,500 |
| Jericho Project | Aid donee in carrying out exempt purpose | $2,500 |
| Rockland County Pride Center | Aid donee in carrying out exempt purpose | $2,500 |
| The Sharing Shelf | Aid donee in carrying out exempt purpose | $2,500 |
| Arts Rock | Aid donee in carrying out exempt purpose | $2,000 |
| Blythedale Children's Hospital | Aid donee in carrying out exempt purpose | $1,000 |
| Fishkill Historical Society | Aid donee in carrying out exempt purpose | $1,000 |
| Highlands Current Inc | Aid donee in carrying out exempt purpose | $1,000 |
| Historical Society of the Nyacks | Aid donee in carrying out exempt purpose | $1,000 |
| Keep Rockland Beautiful | Aid donee in carrying out exempt purpose | $1,000 |
| Nyack Library | Aid donee in carrying out exempt purpose | $1,000 |
| National Audubon Society | Aid donee in carrying out exempt purpose | $1,000 |
| Rivertown Film Society | Aid donee in carrying out exempt purpose | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- John W Scheuer
- Robinson Scheuer
- Sarah Scheuer
- Thomas Scheuer
Questions people ask
Does Leonore Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Leonore Foundation Inc give?
$95,000 in tax year 2025, across 25 grants, with a typical grant of $2,500.
Who runs Leonore Foundation Inc?
Its 2025 filing lists John W Scheuer (President), Robinson Scheuer (Treasurer & Secretary), Sarah Scheuer (Vice President) and Thomas Scheuer (Vice President).
What does Leonore Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly arts and culture, health and youth programs.