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THE LEPPIEN FOUNDATION

THE LEPPIEN FOUNDATION

Alma, MI, US
501(c)3
EIN
38-2692343
Private Foundation
Family Foundation
Regional Funder
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THE LEPPIEN FOUNDATION

Alma, MI, US
501(c)3
EIN
38-2692343
Private Foundation
Family Foundation
Regional Funder

Overview

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Fiscal Year Start

Jan 1

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The Leppien Foundation is a 501(c)(3) grantmaking organization that operates on a relationship-based, invitation-only model and does not accept unsolicited proposals. In 2024, the foundation awarded a total of $1.1 million across 15 grantees, primarily focusing on Michigan, Colorado, and Indiana. Nonprofits interested in potential funding opportunities can explore warm-introduction pathways through Impala's Funder Prospecting.

Total Funding Given

$1.1M

2024
Grantees funded
15
Multi-year grantees
80%
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Total No. of Grants

11

Median 1st year grant
$25K
Median 2nd year grant
$50K
Top 3 Grants
Matched grants only
Grantee
Grant Size
J
John C Leppien
Board Member
C
Cleo M Leppien
Employee
S
Stephanie E Leppien
Employee

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to THE LEPPIEN FOUNDATION?
No. THE LEPPIEN FOUNDATION does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does THE LEPPIEN FOUNDATION give?
THE LEPPIEN FOUNDATION primarily gives to organizations located in Michigan, Colorado, and Indiana. These states represent the largest share of the foundation’s grantmaking by dollars awarded. Additional geographic details are available to registered users.
What size are THE LEPPIEN FOUNDATION’s grants?
The largest share of grants from THE LEPPIEN FOUNDATION fall in the $50 thousand to $100 thousand range. The median first-year grant is about $25 thousand. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does THE LEPPIEN FOUNDATION make each year?
In 2024, THE LEPPIEN FOUNDATION awarded about 10 grants, totaling nearly $1.1 million. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did THE LEPPIEN FOUNDATION fund recently?
In 2024, THE LEPPIEN FOUNDATION awarded grants to about 20 grantees. Recent grantees include Compassion International Incorporated, Keys for Kids Ministries Inc, and GLOBAL COMPASSION INC. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to THE LEPPIEN FOUNDATION?
THE LEPPIEN FOUNDATION does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
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