National Veterans Leadership Foundation
Preselected recipients only
National Veterans Leadership Foundation is a private foundation in New Albany, Ohio. In tax year 2025 it gave $247,050 in 59 grants; the typical grant was $2,500 and the largest $23,000. 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$247,050
- Number of grants59
- Typical grant$2,500
- Largest grant$23,000
- Assets$1.8 million
- New grantees39%
Giving in 2025 was up from $195,250 the year before.
39% 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 | $140,550 | 16 | $609,481 |
| 2024 | $195,250 | 47 | $1.0 million |
| 2025 | $247,050 | 59 | $1.8 million |
How to apply
National Veterans Leadership 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.
Foundation website IRS filings on ProPublica
What National Veterans Leadership Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 14 states, the most to Ohio.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Ohio | 24 | $77,000 |
| Illinois | 4 | $43,500 |
| Texas | 7 | $24,800 |
| West Virginia | 3 | $13,250 |
| California | 2 | $12,500 |
| Indiana | 4 | $10,750 |
| Wisconsin | 3 | $10,750 |
| Florida | 1 | $10,000 |
| District of Columbia | 2 | $9,000 |
| Kansas | 2 | $8,250 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| The Ohio State University Foundation | Advancement award | $23,000 |
| The Ohio State University Foundation | Nvlf military community advocate service scholarship program 25-26 ay | $15,000 |
| Uc Regents | Support for military community advocate | $10,000 |
| University of South Florida Foundation | Support for military community advocate | $10,000 |
| University of Texas at Dallas - Military and Veteran Center | Support for military community advocate | $10,000 |
| West Virginia University | Support for military community advocate | $10,000 |
| Ashland University | Military community advocates service scholarship program | $7,500 |
| Cleveland State University | Nvlf military community advocate service scholarship program 25-26 ay | $7,500 |
| Howard University | Support for military community advocate | $7,500 |
| Ku Endowment Association | Support for military community advocate | $7,500 |
| Norfolk State University Foundation | Support for military community advocate | $7,500 |
| Ohio University- Veterans and Military Student Services | Nvlf military community advocate service scholarship program 25-26 ay | $7,500 |
| Pennsylvania State University | Support for military community advocate | $7,500 |
| University of Nebraska Foundation | Support for military community advocate | $7,500 |
| University of Texas at San Antonio | Support for military community advocate | $7,500 |
| University of Wisconsin Foundation | Support for military community advocate | $7,500 |
| Wright State University Foundation | Nvlf military community advocate service scholarship program 25-26 ay | $7,500 |
| University of Dayton | Nvlf military community advocate service scholarship program 25-26 ay | $7,250 |
| Antioch University | Military community advocates service scholarship program | $5,000 |
| Columbus State Foundation Inc | Nvlf military community advocate service scholarship program 25-26 ay | $5,000 |
| Otterbein University | Nvlf military community advocate service scholarship program 25-26 ay | $5,000 |
| The Ohio State University Foundation | Advancement awards 25-26 | $5,000 |
| University of Notre Dame | Support for military community advocate | $5,000 |
| Youngstown State University | Nvlf military community advocate service scholarship program 25-26 ay | $5,000 |
| Ashland University | Nvlf advancement award 25-26 ay | $2,500 |
| Baldwin Wallace University | Nvlf advancement award 25-26 ay | $2,500 |
| Bowling Green State University | Military community advocates service scholarship program | $2,500 |
| Bowling Green State University | Military community advocates service scholarship program | $2,500 |
| Cleveland State University | Nvlf advancement award 25-26 ay | $2,500 |
| Indiana University Foundation | Nvlf advancement award 25-26 ay | $2,500 |
| John Carroll University | Nvlf advancement award 25-26 ay | $2,500 |
| Le Moyne College | Support for military community advocate | $2,500 |
| Uc Regents | Nvlf advancement award 25-26 ay | $2,500 |
| University of Notre Dame | Omva-invoice xxx-xx-xxxx-1 | $2,500 |
| University of Texas at Dallas - Military and Veteran Center | Nvlf advancement award 25-26 ay | $2,500 |
| University of Wisconsin Foundation | Nvlf advancement award 25-26 ay | $2,500 |
| West Virginia University | Nvlf advancement award 25-26 ay | $2,500 |
| Wright State University Foundation | Nvlf advancement award 25-26 ay | $2,500 |
| Howard University | Nvlf fellows leadership forum travel stipend 2025 | $1,500 |
| University of Texas at San Antonio | Nvlf fellows leadership forum travel stipend 2025 | $1,500 |
Officers and trustees
- Ami Scott
- Debbie Liebert Karl
- Dr Joe Alutto
- Stuart Burgdoerfer
- Jody Davids
- Jesse Tyson
Questions people ask
Does National Veterans Leadership Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does National Veterans Leadership Foundation give?
$247,050 in tax year 2025, across 59 grants, with a typical grant of $2,500.
Who runs National Veterans Leadership Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Ami Scott (Board Secretary), Debbie Liebert Karl (Board Treasurer), Dr Joe Alutto (Board Member) and Stuart Burgdoerfer (Board Member) among 6 officers and trustees.
What does National Veterans Leadership Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education and veterans.