The Leroy E Kean Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Leroy E Kean Family Foundation is a private foundation in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. In tax year 2024 it gave $545,000 in 20 grants; the typical grant was $15,000 and the largest $150,000. 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$545,000
- Number of grants20
- Typical grant$15,000
- Largest grant$150,000
- Assets$19.3 million
- New grantees25%
Giving in 2024 was up from $485,400 the year before.
25% of its 2024 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 | $485,400 | 19 | $15.0 million |
| 2024 | $545,000 | 20 | $19.3 million |
How to apply
The Leroy E Kean 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 The Leroy E Kean Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to Pennsylvania.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Pennsylvania | 14 | $415,000 |
| New York | 5 | $105,000 |
| California | 1 | $25,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| The Wistar Foundation | General support | $150,000 |
| Emily's Entourage | To help find a cure for rare mutations of cystic fibrosis | $70,000 |
| Friends of United Hatzalah | To provide the fastest response to medical emergencies across israel | $50,000 |
| Philadelphia Youth Orchestra | General support | $40,000 |
| Magee Rehabilitation Hospital Foundation | To provide high quality physical and cognitive rehabilitation services | $35,000 |
| America Gives Inc - Israel Children FD | To inform the general public and raise awareness and support for charitable organizations | $25,000 |
| American Friends of Sheba Medical Center | To raise awareness and philanthropic support for sheba medical center's compassionate clinical care, cutting edge research and comprehensive educational training | $25,000 |
| Mighty Writers | To teach children to think clearly and write with clarity | $20,000 |
| Project Home | To empower adults, children, and families to break the cycle of homelessness and poverty | $20,000 |
| Birthright Israel | General support | $15,000 |
| Thomas Jefferson Hospital | Reimagining health, education and discovery to create unparalleled value. | $15,000 |
| Anti Defamation League | To stop the defamation of the jewish people and to secure justice and fair treatment to all | $10,000 |
| B'nai Abraham | General support | $10,000 |
| Congregation Rodeph Shalom | General support | $10,000 |
| Settlement Music School | To provide the highest quality instruction in music and the related arts to children and adults | $10,000 |
| The Rock School | General support | $10,000 |
| The Union League Legacy Foundation | General support | $10,000 |
| Curtis Institute of Music | General support | $7,500 |
| Philadelphia Orchestra | General support | $7,500 |
| Jewish National Fund | General support | $5,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Morton Branzburg
Questions people ask
Does The Leroy E Kean Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Leroy E Kean Family Foundation give?
$545,000 in tax year 2024, across 20 grants, with a typical grant of $15,000.
Who runs The Leroy E Kean Family Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Morton Branzburg (Co-Director).
What does The Leroy E Kean Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly health, youth programs and arts and culture.