Also known as: Lear Foundation
Based on their 2024 IRS Form 990-PF filing (EIN 043489966) — historical reported giving, not an open application portal.
Compiled from public IRS Form 990-PF Part XV filings. UseGrants is an independent aggregator, not affiliated with this foundation.
In its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF filing, Frances Lear Foundation reported 28 grants totaling $760,500 to 25 organizations across 7 states and territories, most often for general operating support. Its largest reported grant was $200,000 to Ballet Hispanico of New York Inc.
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| Recipient | Location | Total |
|---|---|---|
| Ballet Hispanico of New York Inc | NEW YORK, NY | $210,000 |
| Tides Foundation | SAN FRANCISCO, CA | $100,000 |
| Rainforest Alliance | NEW YORK, NY | $75,000 |
| NYU School of Medicine | NEW YORK, NY | $60,000 |
| Youth Represent | NEW YORK, NY | $45,000 |
| Daughters Beyond Incarceration | NEW ORLEANS, LA | $27,000 |
| Identify Your Dream | FARMINGTON, MI | $25,000 |
| New PA Project | WEST CHESTER, PA | $25,000 |
| Forward Impact | LOS ANGELES, CA | $24,000 |
| A Little Piece of Light | BROOKLYN, NY | $20,000 |
| American Friends Service Committee | PHILADELPHIA, PA | $20,000 |
| New York Women's Foundation | NEW YORK, NY | $20,000 |
| PAL-O-Mine Equestrian Inc | ISLANDIA, NY | $20,000 |
| Good Call | BROOKLYN, NY | $15,000 |
| Alliance of Families for Justice | NEW YORK, NY | $10,000 |
| Campaign for the Fair Sentencing of Youth | WASHINGTON, DC | $10,000 |
| Julian | WASHINGTON, DC | $10,000 |
| The Omowale Project | HASTINGS ON HUDSON, NY | $10,000 |
| Freedom Reads | HAMDEN, CT | $5,000 |
| The New Press | NEW YORK, NY | $5,000 |
| The Public Theatre | NEW YORK, NY | $5,000 |
| The Shed | NEW YORK, NY | $5,000 |
| Myriad USA | NEW YORK, NY | $2,500 |
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Source: this foundation’s own public IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024 — Part XV (grants paid). Figures are as reported by the foundation for a single filing year and reflect historical giving, not a current application opportunity. UseGrants is an independent aggregator, not affiliated with this foundation. Always confirm details with the funder before applying.
