William H and Patti A Lehr Foundation
Preselected recipients only
William H and Patti A Lehr Foundation is a private foundation in Bethlehem, Pennsylvania. In tax year 2025 it gave $34,435 in 23 grants; the typical grant was $550 and the largest $13,000. 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$34,435
- Number of grants23
- Typical grant$550
- Largest grant$13,000
- Assets$1.9 million
- New grantees17%
Giving in 2025 was down from $71,327 the year before.
17% 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 | $56,130 | 22 | $1.6 million |
| 2024 | $71,327 | 24 | $1.8 million |
| 2025 | $34,435 | 23 | $1.9 million |
How to apply
William H and Patti A Lehr 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 William H and Patti A Lehr Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to Pennsylvania.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Pennsylvania | 19 | $28,935 |
| Ohio | 3 | $5,000 |
| New York | 1 | $500 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Lehigh Valley Health Network | Unrestricted | $13,000 |
| Marvine Elementary School | Unrestricted | $3,810 |
| Greater Cleveland Food Bank | Unrestricted | $3,000 |
| Weisenberg Volunteer Fire Company | Unrestricted | $2,000 |
| Cay Calgon Life House | Unrestricted | $1,000 |
| First Presbyterian Church of Allentown | Unrestricted | $1,000 |
| Hawken School | Unrestricted | $1,000 |
| Lawrence Upper School | Unrestricted | $1,000 |
| Northampton Community College Foundation | Unrestricted | $1,000 |
| State Theatre Center for the Arts | Unrestricted | $1,000 |
| Trustees of the University of Pennsylvania | Unrestricted | $1,000 |
| Davinci Science Center | Unrestricted | $550 |
| Historic Bethlehem Museum & Sites | Unrestricted | $550 |
| Cornell University | Unrestricted | $500 |
| Lifepath Foundation | Unrestricted | $500 |
| New Bethany Ministries | Unrestricted | $500 |
| Project of Easton Inc | Unrestricted | $500 |
| Salvation Army | Unrestricted | $500 |
| Second Harvest Food Bank | Unrestricted | $500 |
| St Mary's Episcopal Church | Unrestricted | $500 |
| Turning Point of the Lehigh Valley | Unrestricted | $500 |
| Allentown Rescue Mission | Unrestricted | $300 |
| Allentown Art Museum | Unrestricted | $225 |
Officers and trustees
- William H Lehr
- Patti A Lehr
- F Peter Lehr
- Heather Lehr Wagner
- William H Lehr Jr
Questions people ask
Does William H and Patti A Lehr Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does William H and Patti A Lehr Foundation give?
$34,435 in tax year 2025, across 23 grants, with a typical grant of $550.
Who runs William H and Patti A Lehr Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists William H Lehr (Settlor & Trustee), Patti A Lehr (Settlor & Trustee), F Peter Lehr (Trustee) and Heather Lehr Wagner (Trustee) among 5 officers and trustees.
What does William H and Patti A Lehr Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, food and hunger and faith communities.