Thomas & Kelly Lieser Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Thomas & Kelly Lieser Family Foundation is a private foundation in Cincinnati, Ohio. In tax year 2025 it gave $61,392 in 23 grants; the typical grant was $1,080 and the largest $12,800. 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$61,392
- Number of grants23
- Typical grant$1,080
- Largest grant$12,800
- Assets$515,424
- New grantees70%
Giving in 2025 was up from $39,880 the year before.
70% 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 | $59,620 | 25 | $180,821 |
| 2024 | $39,880 | 16 | $307,596 |
| 2025 | $61,392 | 23 | $515,424 |
How to apply
Thomas & Kelly Lieser 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 Thomas & Kelly Lieser Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to Ohio.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Ohio | 20 | $59,425 |
| Indiana | 3 | $1,967 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Xavier University | General support | $12,800 |
| St Mary School - Annual Fund | General support | $10,000 |
| Depaul Cristo Rey | General support | $6,000 |
| St Xavier High School | General support | $6,000 |
| Givst Mary's | General support | $5,353 |
| St Mary's Hyde Park | General support | $5,200 |
| Cise | General support | $2,500 |
| Cincinnati Tennnis Foundation | General support | $2,100 |
| St Mary School - SMS Gym Sponsorship | General support | $1,600 |
| Qtego Fundraising Services | General support | $1,500 |
| Artswave | General support | $1,500 |
| St Francis de Sales | General support | $1,080 |
| Catholic Ministries Appeal | General support | $1,000 |
| Sisters of Notre Dame de Namur | General support | $1,000 |
| In Corporation - Findlay Market | General support | $1,000 |
| Friars Club Inc | General support | $1,000 |
| Our Daily Bread | General support | $516 |
| Student Cincinnati (Student Success Program Uc) | General support | $263 |
| Mercy Montessori | General support | $250 |
| QGV | General support | $250 |
| Bhyzta Foundation | General support | $217 |
| Pelotonia | General support | $207 |
| Ohsaa Online | General support | $56 |
Officers and trustees
- Kelly Lieser
- Thomas Lieser
Questions people ask
Does Thomas & Kelly Lieser Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Thomas & Kelly Lieser Family Foundation give?
$61,392 in tax year 2025, across 23 grants, with a typical grant of $1,080.
Who runs Thomas & Kelly Lieser Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Kelly Lieser (President and Director) and Thomas Lieser (Secretary, Treasurer, and Director).
What does Thomas & Kelly Lieser Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education.