Steven C Leuthold Family Foundation
Accepts applications
Steven C Leuthold Family Foundation is a private foundation in Brevard, North Carolina. In tax year 2025 it gave $3.0 million in 84 grants; the typical grant was $14,750 and the largest $1.0 million. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$3.0 million
- Number of grants84
- Typical grant$14,750
- Largest grant$1.0 million
- Assets$33.6 million
- New grantees51%
Giving in 2025 was up from $2.8 million the year before.
51% of its 2025 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 | $1.6 million | 129 | $31.5 million |
| 2024 | $2.8 million | 100 | $31.5 million |
| 2025 | $3.0 million | 84 | $33.6 million |
How to apply
| Contact | Michael Leuthold 11 Gigagei CT, Brevard, NC 28712 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (612) 968-9448 |
| What to submit | Letter stating purpose for which funds are requested and relevant information on activities of organization. |
What Steven C Leuthold Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 18 states, the most to Michigan.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Michigan | 16 | $1.3 million |
| North Carolina | 11 | $468,000 |
| Minnesota | 15 | $273,000 |
| Arizona | 11 | $240,000 |
| Idaho | 10 | $195,500 |
| District of Columbia | 5 | $117,000 |
| Utah | 2 | $80,000 |
| Montana | 1 | $70,000 |
| California | 3 | $65,000 |
| Virginia | 2 | $30,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| American Song Bird Mgmt and Recovery | Operations | $1.0 million |
| Center for Biological Diversity | Operations | $150,000 |
| Saluda Community Land Trust | Operations | $145,000 |
| Keweenaw Land Trust | Operations | $85,000 |
| Friends of Sax-Zimm Bog | Operations | $80,000 |
| Conserving Carolina | Operations | $75,000 |
| Unique Places to Save | Operations | $73,000 |
| Wilderness Land Trust | Operations | $70,000 |
| Glen Canyon Institute | Operations | $60,000 |
| Blue Ridge Conservancy | Operations | $50,000 |
| Southern Appalachien Highlands Conservancy | Operations | $50,000 |
| Friends of the Mississippi River | Operations | $45,000 |
| Keweenaw Land Trust | Operations | $42,000 |
| Snowdon Wildlife Sanctuary | Operations | $41,000 |
| Humane Farming Association | Operations | $40,000 |
| Animal Outlook | Operations | $40,000 |
| Payette Land Trust | Operations | $35,000 |
| Population Connection | Operations | $35,000 |
| Pisgah Conservancy | Operations | $30,000 |
| Wildearth Guardians | Operations | $30,000 |
| Idahoans United for Women and Families | Operations | $25,000 |
| Friends of Mountain Community Center | Operations | $25,000 |
| North Woods Conservancy Keweenaw Natural Areas | Operations | $25,000 |
| Minnesota Center for Environmental Advocacy | Operations | $21,000 |
| NE Minnesotans for Wilderness | Operations | $21,000 |
| Advocates for the West | Operations | $20,000 |
| Born Free | Operations | $20,000 |
| Chimp Haven | Operations | $20,000 |
| Idaho Foodbank Warehouse | Operations | $20,000 |
| Nature Conservancy - North Carolina | Operations | $20,000 |
| Sageland Collaborative Akawild Utah Project | Operations | $20,000 |
| Um CVM College Scholarship Fund | Operations | $20,000 |
| WRC | Operations | $20,000 |
| Humane World for Animals | Operations | $20,000 |
| Mygeneration | Operations | $20,000 |
| Open Space Institute | Oparations | $20,000 |
| Planet Water Foundation | Operations | $20,000 |
| Swedetown Trails Club | Operations | $20,000 |
| Earth Justice | Operations | $20,000 |
| Korc-Keweenaw Outdoor Recreation Coalition | Operations | $20,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Dr Linda Leuthold Donerkiel
- Michael Leuthold
- Kurt Leuthold
- Russell Leuthold
Questions people ask
Does Steven C Leuthold Family Foundation accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications.
How much does Steven C Leuthold Family Foundation give?
$3.0 million in tax year 2025, across 84 grants, with a typical grant of $14,750.
Who runs Steven C Leuthold Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Dr Linda Leuthold Donerkiel (Director), Michael Leuthold (Director), Kurt Leuthold (Director) and Russell Leuthold (Director).
What does Steven C Leuthold Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly environment and conservation, animals and arts and culture.