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Thomas & Dorothy Leavey Foundation

Los Angeles, California  ·  EIN 956060162  ·  Private foundation

Thomas & Dorothy Leavey Foundation is a California-based grantmaker. In its latest 990-PF filing it reported $14.9M in annual giving against $353.0M in assets. This page documents the 580 grants Bespoke Grants has indexed for Thomas & Dorothy Leavey Foundation — who they fund, what they prioritize, and what to know before reaching out.

$14.9M
Annual giving (FY2020)
$353.0M
Total assets
580
Grants tracked
2024
Most recent grant

What Thomas & Dorothy Leavey Foundation funds

Thomas & Dorothy Leavey Foundation's giving carries a documented focus on arts & culture, criminal justice, disability services, education, faith-based (christian), and related causes.

Arts & CultureCriminal JusticeDisability ServicesEducationFaith-Based (Christian)Faith-BasedFood & AgricultureHealth CareHousing & HomelessnessLgbtq Rights

Populations it has supported include children, disabled, families, foster youth, homeless population, justice involved.

childrendisabledfamiliesfoster youthhomeless populationjustice involvedlgbtq peoplelow-income communities

Grant history

The largest grants Bespoke Grants has on record for Thomas & Dorothy Leavey Foundation, by amount:

RecipientLocationGrantYear
Alexandria House
PAYMENT FOR ASSISTANCE OF WOMEN AND CHILDREN IN NEED
Los Angeles, CA$6.0M2022
University of Souther
GENERAL/EDUCATIONAL
Los Angeles, CA$4.5M2020
Santa Clara Universit
GENERAL/EDUCATIONAL
Santa Clara, CA$4.5M2020
University of Southern California
PAYMENT FOR EDUCATIONAL PURPOSES
Los Angeles, CA$3.0M2023
Mount Saint Mary's University
PAYMENT FOR EDUCATIONAL PURPOSES
Los Angeles, CA$2.5M2023
Santa Clara University
PAYMENT FOR EDUCATIONAL PURPOSES
Santa Clara, CA$2.0M2023
Santa Clara University
PAYMENT FOR EDUCATIONAL PURPOSES
Santa Clara, CA$1.6M2024
University of Southern California
PAYMENT FOR EDUCATIONAL PURPOSES
Los Angeles, CA$1.6M2024
California Science Center Foundation
PAYMENT FOR EDUCATIONAL PURPOSES
Los Angeles, CA$1.6M2024
The Thacher School
PAYMENT FOR EDUCATIONAL PURPOSES
Ojai, CA$1.2M2024
The Thacher School
PAYMENT IN SUPPORT OF EDUCATION
Ojai, CA$1.2M2023
Georgetown University
PAYMENT FOR EDUCATIONAL PURPOSES
Washington Dc, DC$1.0M2023
California Science Center Foundation
PAYMENT FOR EDUCATIONAL PURPOSES
Los Angeles, CA$1.0M2023
California Hospital Medical Center Foundation
PAYMENT FOR HEALTH SERVICES
Los Angeles, CA$1.0M2024
Georgetown University
PAYMENT FOR EDUCATIONAL PURPOSES
Washington, DC$1.0M2024

Thomas & Dorothy Leavey Foundation giving by year

Total grants Bespoke Grants has indexed for each filing year:

2020$14.7M
2022$13.9M
2023$13.8M
2024$14.5M

How to apply for funding from Thomas & Dorothy Leavey Foundation

Thomas & Dorothy Leavey Foundation's public IRS filing does not spell out a formal application process. Foundations of this size often give primarily to organizations they already know, so a concise letter of inquiry or a warm introduction is usually the best first contact — not a full proposal.

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Frequently asked questions about Thomas & Dorothy Leavey Foundation

Does Thomas & Dorothy Leavey Foundation accept grant applications?
Thomas & Dorothy Leavey Foundation's public filing does not specify an application process. A brief letter of inquiry or a warm introduction is usually the best first step with a private foundation of this size.
What does Thomas & Dorothy Leavey Foundation fund?
Thomas & Dorothy Leavey Foundation's grants focus on arts & culture. Recent recipients include Alexandria House, University of Souther, Santa Clara Universit. Its full grant history is listed above.
How much does Thomas & Dorothy Leavey Foundation give in grants?
Thomas & Dorothy Leavey Foundation reported $14.9M in grants in its most recent IRS filing (FY2020). Across all years in our data it has awarded $56.9M over 580 grants.
Where is Thomas & Dorothy Leavey Foundation located?
Thomas & Dorothy Leavey Foundation is based in Los Angeles, California. Its IRS employer identification number (EIN) is 956060162.
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About this profile. This page is built from Thomas & Dorothy Leavey Foundation's public IRS Form 990-PF and 990 filings, indexed by Bespoke Grants alongside 13M+ grants from 225,000+ U.S. foundations. Grant figures reflect filings available to date; IRS data publishes on a 1–2 year lag. Bespoke Grants is not affiliated with Thomas & Dorothy Leavey Foundation. Always confirm current giving priorities and application procedures with the foundation directly before applying.