Leross Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Leross Family Foundation is a private foundation in Redmond, Washington. In tax year 2024 it gave $40,000 in 18 grants; the typical grant was $2,000 and the largest $6,500. 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$40,000
- Number of grants18
- Typical grant$2,000
- Largest grant$6,500
- Assets$823,473
- New grantees39%
Giving in 2024 was up from $35,000 the year before.
39% 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | $35,000 | 18 | $692,097 |
| 2024 | $40,000 | 18 | $823,473 |
How to apply
Leross Family 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 Leross Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 5 states, the most to Washington.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Washington | 14 | $31,000 |
| Minnesota | 1 | $2,500 |
| New York | 1 | $2,500 |
| Colorado | 1 | $2,000 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $2,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| The Mitochondrial Research Guild | To assist organization in it's exempt purpose | $6,500 |
| Treehouse | To assist organization in it's exempt purpose | $3,000 |
| Akin | To assist organization in it's exempt purposeto assist organization in it's exempt purpose | $2,500 |
| Farestart | To assist organization in it's exempt purpose | $2,500 |
| Mary's Place | To assist organization in it's exempt purpose | $2,500 |
| Razom | To assist organization in it's exempt purpose | $2,500 |
| Washington Kids in Transition | To assist organization in it's exempt purpose | $2,500 |
| International Rescue Committee | To assist organization in it's exempt purpose | $2,500 |
| America Rivers | To assist organization in it's exempt purpose | $2,000 |
| National Casagal Association for Children | To assist organization in it's exempt purpose | $2,000 |
| Routt County Ridrs | To assist organization in it's exempt purpose | $2,000 |
| University of Washington Medicine | To assist organization in it's exempt purpose | $2,000 |
| Washington Farmland Trust Seattle | To assist organization in it's exempt purpose | $2,000 |
| Edmonds Food Bank | To assist organization in it's exempt purpose | $1,500 |
| New Beginnings | To assist organization in it's exempt purpose | $1,500 |
| Seattle Cancer Care Alliance | To assist organization in it's exempt purpose | $1,000 |
| Swedish Medical Center Foundation | To assist organization in it's exempt purpose | $1,000 |
| Washington Coalition for Open Government | To assist organization in it's exempt purpose | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- Lester M Leross
- Bradley C Leross
- D Edson Clark
Questions people ask
Does Leross Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Leross Family Foundation give?
$40,000 in tax year 2024, across 18 grants, with a typical grant of $2,000.
Who runs Leross Family Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Lester M Leross (None), Bradley C Leross (None) and D Edson Clark (Treasurer).
What does Leross Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly youth programs and health.