Liebchen's Gift Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Liebchen's Gift Foundation is a private foundation in East Amherst, New York. In tax year 2025 it gave $5.6 million in 21 grants; the typical grant was $70,000 and the largest $3.3 million. 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$5.6 million
- Number of grants21
- Typical grant$70,000
- Largest grant$3.3 million
- Assets$9.1 million
- New grantees33%
Giving in 2025 was up from $1.2 million the year before.
33% 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 | $533,160 | 13 | $6.1 million |
| 2024 | $1.2 million | 19 | $9.6 million |
| 2025 | $5.6 million | 21 | $9.1 million |
How to apply
Liebchen's Gift 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 Liebchen's Gift Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 12 states, the most to Arizona.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Arizona | 2 | $3.3 million |
| Indiana | 4 | $970,000 |
| California | 2 | $293,551 |
| New York | 5 | $286,184 |
| Arkansas | 1 | $187,500 |
| Georgia | 1 | $170,000 |
| Utah | 1 | $90,000 |
| Hawaii | 1 | $70,000 |
| South Carolina | 1 | $60,000 |
| Tennessee | 1 | $60,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Southwest Wildlife Conservation Cen | Animal welfare | $3.3 million |
| Exotic Feline Rescue | Animal welfare | $780,000 |
| Lions Tigers & Bears the San Diego | Animal welfare | $268,551 |
| Turpentine Creek Wildlife Refuge | Animal welfare | $187,500 |
| Yellow River Animal Sanctuary | Animal welfare | $170,000 |
| Erie County SPCA | Animal welfare | $101,784 |
| White Whiskers Senior Dog Sanctuary | Animal welfare | $95,000 |
| Fido Friends of Indianapolis Dogs | Animal welfare | $90,000 |
| Best Friends Animal Society | Animal welfare | $90,000 |
| Indy Neighborhood Cats | Animal welfare | $75,000 |
| Three Ring Ranch Exotic Animals | Animal welfare | $70,000 |
| Phoenix Herpetological Sanctuary | Animal welfare | $70,000 |
| Ten Lives Club | Animal welfare | $63,400 |
| Old Friends Senior Dog Sanctuary | Animal welfare | $60,000 |
| Hasty's Haven Inc | Animal welfare | $60,000 |
| Montana Wild Wing Recovery Center | Animal welfare | $58,600 |
| Cornell Lab of Ornithology | Animal welfare | $25,000 |
| Friends of Big Bear Valley | Animal welfare | $25,000 |
| Southside Animal Shelter | Animal welfare | $25,000 |
| Critter Haven | Animal welfare | $20,000 |
| Feedmore of Wny Foundation | Human welfare | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- David Huck
- Gwen Huck
Questions people ask
Does Liebchen's Gift Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Liebchen's Gift Foundation give?
$5.6 million in tax year 2025, across 21 grants, with a typical grant of $70,000.
Who runs Liebchen's Gift Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists David Huck (Grantor, Tru) and Gwen Huck (Grantor, Tru).
What does Liebchen's Gift Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly animals, environment and conservation and seniors.