Leo E and Helen H Reese Trust
Preselected recipients only
Leo E and Helen H Reese Trust is a private foundation in Charleston, South Carolina. In tax year 2025 it gave $7,750 in 8 grants; the typical grant was $975 and the largest $2,500. 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$7,750
- Number of grants8
- Typical grant$975
- Largest grant$2,500
- Assets$171,760
- New grantees75%
Giving in 2025 was up from $5,000 the year before.
75% 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | $6,600 | 7 | $173,769 |
| 2023 | $9,750 | 8 | $147,982 |
| 2024 | $5,000 | 7 | $163,275 |
| 2025 | $7,750 | 8 | $171,760 |
How to apply
Leo E and Helen H Reese Trust 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 Leo E and Helen H Reese Trust funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to South Carolina.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| South Carolina | 5 | $6,300 |
| Georgia | 1 | $950 |
| Florida | 1 | $250 |
| North Carolina | 1 | $250 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Yaschick Arnold Jewish Studies Prorgram | Standar operations | $2,500 |
| Jewish Family Services | Standard operations | $1,250 |
| ML4 Foundation | Standard operations | $1,250 |
| Enanu-El | Standard operations | $1,000 |
| Rescue Mission of Middle Ga | Standard operations | $950 |
| Ebony City Soccer Club | Standard operations | $300 |
| National Ms Society | Standard operations | $250 |
| Shriner's Hospital for Children | Standard operations | $250 |
Officers and trustees
- Ronald Lee Reese
- Erica R Rabhan
- Jean Reese Rovner
Questions people ask
Does Leo E and Helen H Reese Trust accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Leo E and Helen H Reese Trust give?
$7,750 in tax year 2025, across 8 grants, with a typical grant of $975.
Who runs Leo E and Helen H Reese Trust?
Its 2025 filing lists Ronald Lee Reese (Trustee), Erica R Rabhan (Trustee) and Jean Reese Rovner (Trustee).
What does Leo E and Helen H Reese Trust fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities.