Lisa and David Klaeser Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Lisa and David Klaeser Foundation is a private foundation in Reston, Virginia. In tax year 2024 it gave $1.1 million in 15 grants; the typical grant was $3,500 and the largest $1.0 million. 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$1.1 million
- Number of grants15
- Typical grant$3,500
- Largest grant$1.0 million
- Assets$0
- New grantees27%
Giving in 2024 was up from $39,000 the year before.
27% of its 2024 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 | $39,000 | 13 | $1.0 million |
| 2024 | $1.1 million | 15 | $0 |
How to apply
Lisa and David Klaeser 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 Lisa and David Klaeser Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 5 states, the most to Rhode Island.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Rhode Island | 1 | $1.0 million |
| California | 8 | $25,000 |
| Wisconsin | 3 | $8,500 |
| New York | 2 | $8,000 |
| Nevada | 1 | $2,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Vanguard Charitable Endowment Program | General support | $1.0 million |
| Curepsp | General support | $4,000 |
| Placer County Food Bank | General support | $4,000 |
| Placer Land Trust | General support | $4,000 |
| The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society | General support | $4,000 |
| Truckee Donner Land Trust | General support | $4,000 |
| Weave Inc | General support | $4,000 |
| Lawrence University of Wisconsin | General support | $3,500 |
| Auburn Ski Club Associates Inc | General support | $3,000 |
| Emerald Brigade Support Organization | General support | $3,000 |
| Kiel Educational Endowment Fund | General support | $2,500 |
| Kiel High School Booster Club | General support | $2,500 |
| Eureka Schools Foundation | General support | $2,000 |
| Sierra Community House | General support | $2,000 |
| PBS Kvie | General support | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- David Klaeser
- Lisa Futch
Questions people ask
Does Lisa and David Klaeser Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Lisa and David Klaeser Foundation give?
$1.1 million in tax year 2024, across 15 grants, with a typical grant of $3,500.
Who runs Lisa and David Klaeser Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists David Klaeser (President/Secretary/Director) and Lisa Futch (Treasurer/Director).
What does Lisa and David Klaeser Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education and environment and conservation.