Roger and Paula Leyden Foundation
Invitation OnlyChicago, Illinois · EIN 36-4048067 · Private foundation
Grants paid (2025)$40K
Organizations funded18
Typical grant$2,000
Total assets$473K
Half of its grants to organizations were between $1,000 and $3,000.
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
61% of grants went outside Illinois.
Grants paid in tax year 2025
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Florida Repertory Theatre | Fort Myers, FL | Support for charitable organization | $6,000 |
| Gulf Coast Symphony | Fort Myers, FL | Support for charitable organization | $5,000 |
| Center for Enriched Living | Riverwood, IL | Support for charitable organization | $3,000 |
| John Carroll University | University Heights, IL | Support for charitable organization | $3,000 |
| Special Equestrians Inc | Fort Myers, FL | Support for charitable organization | $3,000 |
| North Catholic Foundation | Cranberry Township, PA | Support for charitable organization | $2,500 |
| The Orion Ensemble | Addison, IL | Support for charitable organization | $2,500 |
| Chicago Botanic Garden | Glencoe, IL | Support for charitable organization | $2,000 |
| Kids Inc | Amarillo, TX | Support for charitable organization | $2,000 |
| The Chicago Lighthouse | Chicago, IL | Support for charitable organization | $2,000 |
| Ravinia Festival Association | Highland Pk, IL | Support for charitable organization | $1,500 |
| Abuse Counseling & Treatment Inc | Fort Myers, FL | Support for charitable organization | $1,000 |
| Gladiolus Food Pantry | Fort Myers, FL | Support for charitable organization | $1,000 |
| The Heights Foundation | Fort Myers, FL | Support for charitable organization | $1,000 |
| Uncommon Friends Foundation | Fort Myers, FL | Support for charitable organization | $1,000 |
| Harry Chapin Food Bank of Southwest Florida | Fort Myers, FL | Support for charitable organization | $1,000 |
| Evanston Wilmette Golf Course Association | Evanston, IL | Support for charitable organization | $1,000 |
| Dress for Success Sw Florida | Fort Myers, FL | Support for charitable organization | $1,000 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $39,500 | 18 |
| 2024 | $33,500 | 13 |
| 2023 | $26,500 | 12 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2025, filed Jun 8, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202641599349100704
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 36-4048067
- Profile updated Nov 6, 2026
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