Leiser Family Foundation
Invitation OnlyNew London, Connecticut · EIN 46-1381451 · Private foundation
Grants paid (2025)$95K
Organizations funded14
Typical grant$3,000
Total assets$1,697
Half of its grants to organizations were between $1,000 and $15,000.
From the return
How to apply
On its return for tax year 2025 the foundation checked the box saying it only makes contributions to preselected charitable organizations and does not accept unsolicited requests for funds.
What it funds
Share of grant lines on the latest return, classified from the purpose each grant states.
Where it gives
42% of grants went outside Connecticut.
Grants paid in tax year 2025
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Center for Reproductive Rights | New York, NY | Charitable | $20,000 |
| Ushmm - Ne Regional Office | New York, NY | Charitable | $20,000 |
| Beth Jacob Synagogue | Norwich, CT | Charitable | $17,500 |
| American Friends of Magen David Adom | New York, NY | Charitable | $15,000 |
| John Hopkins University and Medicine | Washington, DC | Charitable | $6,000 |
| Chabad of Eastern Ct | New London, CT | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Jewish Federation of Eastern Connecticut | New London, CT | Charitable | $4,000 |
| Maccabi USA | Philadelphia, PA | Charitable | $3,000 |
| Adirondack Mountain Club | Lake George, NY | Charitable | $1,000 |
| Avalonia Land Conservancy | Old Mystic, CT | Charitable | $1,000 |
| Garde Arts Center | New London, CT | Charitable | $1,000 |
| Ucfs Healthcare | Norwich, CT | Charitable | $600 |
| Congregation Ahavath Chesed | New London, CT | Charitable | $325 |
| Hadassah | Griswold, CT | Charitable | $100 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $94,525 | 14 |
| 2024 | $64,743 | 11 |
| 2023 | $74,800 | 12 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2025, filed May 6, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202611269349101546
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 46-1381451
- Profile updated Nov 5, 2026
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