Richard and Susan Leadem Family
Preselected recipients only
Richard and Susan Leadem Family is a private foundation in Charleston, South Carolina. In tax year 2025 it gave $31,000 in 9 grants; the typical grant was $1,000 and the largest $15,000. 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$31,000
- Number of grants9
- Typical grant$1,000
- Largest grant$15,000
- Assets$449,173
- New grantees22%
Giving in 2025 was down from $33,550 the year before.
22% 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 | $23,700 | 8 | $437,817 |
| 2024 | $33,550 | 8 | $399,043 |
| 2025 | $31,000 | 9 | $449,173 |
How to apply
Richard and Susan Leadem Family 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 Richard and Susan Leadem Family funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to North Carolina.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| North Carolina | 1 | $15,000 |
| South Carolina | 6 | $14,000 |
| Colorado | 1 | $1,000 |
| Vermont | 1 | $1,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Wake Forest University | Unrestricted | $15,000 |
| Middleton Place | Unrestricted | $7,500 |
| Charleston Day School | Unrestricted | $2,000 |
| Hobcaw Barony | Unrestricted | $1,500 |
| Charleston Library Society | Unrestricted | $1,000 |
| French Huguenot Church | Unrestricted | $1,000 |
| Preservation Society of Charleston | Unrestricted | $1,000 |
| Stowe Land Trust | Unrestricted | $1,000 |
| A Friend of Jack Rescue | Unrestricted | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Richard Leadem
- Susan Leadem
Questions people ask
Does Richard and Susan Leadem Family accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Richard and Susan Leadem Family give?
$31,000 in tax year 2025, across 9 grants, with a typical grant of $1,000.
Who runs Richard and Susan Leadem Family?
Its 2025 filing lists Richard Leadem (Trustee) and Susan Leadem (Trustee).
What does Richard and Susan Leadem Family fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education and environment and conservation.