Leenath Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Leenath Foundation is a private foundation in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. In tax year 2025 it gave $59,050 in 21 grants; the typical grant was $2,000 and the largest $12,600. 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$59,050
- Number of grants21
- Typical grant$2,000
- Largest grant$12,600
- Assets$1.6 million
- New grantees19%
Giving in 2025 was up from $46,908 the year before.
19% 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 | $41,152 | 25 | $1.2 million |
| 2024 | $46,908 | 20 | $1.4 million |
| 2025 | $59,050 | 21 | $1.6 million |
How to apply
Leenath 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 Leenath Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 5 states, the most to Pennsylvania.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Pennsylvania | 12 | $40,050 |
| Massachusetts | 5 | $12,500 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $4,000 |
| Michigan | 1 | $2,000 |
| New York | 2 | $500 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Jewish Federation of Greater Pittsburgh | General | $12,600 |
| Mass Foundation for the Humanities | General | $10,000 |
| Pittsburgh Youth Leadership | General | $5,000 |
| Steel City Squash | General | $5,000 |
| Friendship Circle | General | $4,000 |
| Planned Parenthood | General | $4,000 |
| Jewish Association on Aging | General | $3,250 |
| Jewish Family & Common Serv | General | $3,250 |
| Temple Sinai | General | $3,000 |
| University of Michigan | General | $2,000 |
| Upmc Department of Urology | General | $2,000 |
| Friends of Dana Farber | General | $1,000 |
| McMullen Museum-Boston College | General | $1,000 |
| Contempary Craft | General | $1,000 |
| Pittsburgh Jewish Chronicle | General | $500 |
| Rodef Shalom | General | $400 |
| Adolescent Consultation Services Inc | General | $250 |
| Doctors Without Borders | General | $250 |
| International Rescue Committee Inc | General | $250 |
| Judge Baker Children's Center | General | $250 |
| Carnegie Museum of Art | General | $50 |
Officers and trustees
- TS Netzer
- ND Netzer
Questions people ask
Does Leenath Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Leenath Foundation give?
$59,050 in tax year 2025, across 21 grants, with a typical grant of $2,000.
Who runs Leenath Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists TS Netzer (Managing Trustee) and ND Netzer (Trustee).
What does Leenath Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, arts and culture and youth programs.