Lenhardt Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Lenhardt Foundation is a private foundation in Charleston, South Carolina. In tax year 2024 it gave $67,000 in 5 grants; the typical grant was $10,000 and the largest $22,000. 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$67,000
- Number of grants5
- Typical grant$10,000
- Largest grant$22,000
- Assets$1.4 million
- New grantees60%
Giving in 2024 was up from $52,450 the year before.
60% of its 2024 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 | $52,450 | 3 | $1.4 million |
| 2024 | $67,000 | 5 | $1.4 million |
How to apply
Lenhardt 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.
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to South Carolina.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| South Carolina | 4 | $47,000 |
| New York | 1 | $20,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Charleston Library Society | General fund | $22,000 |
| Garden Conservancy Inc | General fund | $20,000 |
| Gibbes Museum of Art | General fund | $10,000 |
| Let's Walk | General fund | $10,000 |
| Preservation Society of Charleston | General fund | $5,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Benjamin Lenhardt Jr
- Lucinda K Lenhardt
- David K Lenhardt
- Brian D Lenhardt
Questions people ask
Does Lenhardt Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Lenhardt Foundation give?
$67,000 in tax year 2024, across 5 grants, with a typical grant of $10,000.
Who runs Lenhardt Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Benjamin Lenhardt Jr (Dir/Pres. - Part Time), Lucinda K Lenhardt (Dir/Sec/Tr - Part Time), David K Lenhardt (Director - Part Time) and Brian D Lenhardt (Director - Part Time).