Linda J Leith Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Linda J Leith Family Foundation is a private foundation in Raleigh, North Carolina. In tax year 2024 it gave $155,000 in 16 grants; the typical grant was $9,000 and the largest $25,000. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$155,000
- Number of grants16
- Typical grant$9,000
- Largest grant$25,000
- Assets$10.1 million
- New grantees75%
Giving in 2024 was up from $60,000 the year before.
75% of its 2024 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a sign it is open to new organizations.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $60,000 | 5 | $221,961 |
| 2024 | $155,000 | 16 | $10.1 million |
How to apply
Linda J Leith Family 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 Linda J Leith Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 6 states, the most to North Carolina.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| North Carolina | 11 | $95,000 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $20,000 |
| Alabama | 1 | $10,000 |
| Florida | 1 | $10,000 |
| Maine | 1 | $10,000 |
| Texas | 1 | $10,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Veterans Life Center | Veterans support | $25,000 |
| Woodson Center | Economic training and assistance to underserved communities | $20,000 |
| White Memorial Presbyterian Foundation Inc | Religious services | $12,000 |
| Informed Consent Action Network | Healthcare research and advocacy | $10,000 |
| Ludwig von Mises Institute for Austrian Economics Inc | Educational research and education | $10,000 |
| Reaching U - A Foundation for Uruguay | Education and teacher training support | $10,000 |
| Maine Coast Heritage Trust | Ecological protection | $10,000 |
| Raleigh Rescue Mission | Aid for homeless individuals | $10,000 |
| Hope Reins | Heal trauma through connectedness to animals | $8,000 |
| Inter-Faith Food Shuttle | Combat food insecurity | $8,000 |
| Meals on Wheels of Wake County Inc | Food assistance for isolated individuals | $8,000 |
| Wcpe-Fm | Musical enrichment | $8,000 |
| Childrens Hope Alliance | Create stable homes for families | $5,000 |
| North Carolina Symphony Foundation | Musical enrichment | $5,000 |
| Durham Rescue Mission | Aid for homeless individuals | $3,000 |
| Foundation of Hope | Children's mental health research | $3,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Linda J Leith
Questions people ask
Does Linda J Leith Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Linda J Leith Family Foundation give?
$155,000 in tax year 2024, across 16 grants, with a typical grant of $9,000.
Who runs Linda J Leith Family Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Linda J Leith (Director/President).
What does Linda J Leith Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, arts and culture and science and research.