Leslie L & Mary B Hecht Memorial Fund
Preselected recipients only
Leslie L & Mary B Hecht Memorial Fund is a private foundation in Dallas, Texas. In tax year 2025 it gave $344,687 in 3 grants; the typical grant was $114,893 and the largest $114,901. 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$344,687
- Number of grants3
- Typical grant$114,893
- Largest grant$114,901
- Assets$7.3 million
- New grantees67%
Giving in 2025 was up from $303,183 the year before.
67% 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $236,703 | 3 | $6.7 million |
| 2024 | $303,183 | 3 | $6.7 million |
| 2025 | $344,687 | 3 | $7.3 million |
How to apply
Leslie L & Mary B Hecht Memorial Fund 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 Leslie L & Mary B Hecht Memorial Fund funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to Illinois.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Illinois | 1 | $114,901 |
| Florida | 1 | $114,893 |
| Oklahoma | 1 | $114,893 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Salvation Army Metro Division | Unrestricted general | $114,901 |
| American Cancer Society | Unrestricted general | $114,893 |
| Shriners' Hospital for Children | Unrestricted general | $114,893 |
Officers and trustees
- Bank of America
Questions people ask
Does Leslie L & Mary B Hecht Memorial Fund accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Leslie L & Mary B Hecht Memorial Fund give?
$344,687 in tax year 2025, across 3 grants, with a typical grant of $114,893.
Who runs Leslie L & Mary B Hecht Memorial Fund?
Its 2025 filing lists Bank of America (Trustee).
What does Leslie L & Mary B Hecht Memorial Fund fund?
Based on its grants, mainly health, human services and youth programs.