LESHER FAMILY FOUNDATION
AI Summary
The Lesher Family Foundation, a 501(c)(3) organization, focuses on grantmaking through a relationship-based approach, making grants by invitation only. With a total of $522.5K distributed to seven grantees in 2024, the foundation does not accept unsolicited proposals. Nonprofits interested in engaging with the foundation can explore warm-introduction pathways through Impala's Funder Prospecting.
Mission Statement
THE LESHER FAMILY FOUNDATION'S MISSION IS TO EMPOWER PEOPLE TO TAKE AN ACTIVE ROLE IN POSITIVELY SHAPING WHERE AND HOW THEY LIVE. LFF SUPPORTS THE DEVELOPMENT OF DYNAMIC, RESILIENT COMMUNITIES BY FUNDING ORGANIZATIONS AND INITIATIVES THAT STRENGTHEN PLACE-BASED IDENTITY, PURPOSE, AND OPPORTUNITY.
Cause Areas
2
Communication media
Foundations
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Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share
Darrowby Farm Sanctuary
Jefferson, ME
$1.7M
73%
The Coastal Heritage Society Inc
Savannah, GA
$100K
4%
THE AUTHORS GUILD FOUNDATION INC
New York, NY
$100K
4%
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Total No. of Grants
3
Median 1st year grant
$50K
Median 2nd year grant
$50K
Top 3 Grants
Matched grants only
Grantee
Grant Size
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to LESHER FAMILY FOUNDATION?
No. LESHER FAMILY FOUNDATION does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does LESHER FAMILY FOUNDATION give?
LESHER FAMILY FOUNDATION primarily gives to organizations located in Maine, Georgia, and New York. 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 LESHER FAMILY FOUNDATION’s grants?
The largest share of grants from LESHER FAMILY FOUNDATION fall in the $250 thousand to $500 thousand range. The median first-year grant is about $50 thousand. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does LESHER FAMILY FOUNDATION make each year?
In 2024, LESHER FAMILY FOUNDATION awarded about 3 grants, totaling nearly $523 thousand. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did LESHER FAMILY FOUNDATION fund recently?
In 2024, LESHER FAMILY FOUNDATION awarded grants to about 7 grantees. Recent grantees include Darrowby Farm Sanctuary, The Coastal Heritage Society Inc, and THE AUTHORS GUILD FOUNDATION INC. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to LESHER FAMILY FOUNDATION?
LESHER FAMILY FOUNDATION does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.