Leestma Family Foundation
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Financial Overview
From 2024 IRS Form 990-PF · View filing
Total Assets
—
Annual Giving
$561K
-0.4% YoY
Grant Count
29
+0.0% YoY
Avg Grant Size
$19K
-0.4% YoY
Grantmaking
The foundation made 28 grants in 2023, with a total grantmaking amount of approximately $528,000. Recent grantees include:
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Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
The foundation primarily funds organizations in the San Rafael, California area and surrounding regions, including Marin County and the broader Bay Area.
Grant Distribution by State
Cities
Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
As of December 31, 2023:
- Total Assets: $13,053,707
- Total Revenue: $160,898
- Total Expenses: $614,337
- Investment Income and Dividends: $247,612
- Net Gain/Loss from Sale of Non-Inventory Assets: -$86,714
The foundation has no employees and no liabilities.
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Giving Over Time
Total grant dollars and number of grants per year
Grant Insights
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 10 recipients in 2024
Grant Size Distribution
138 grants across all recorded years
Giving History
Grant recipients and amounts by year
Among its reported 2024 grants, the largest include Canal Alliance ($70,000), Center for Domestic Peace ($40,500), G Well ($33,000).
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Trips for Kids San Rafael, CA | General Financial Support | $15,000 |
| Community Foundation HollandZeeland Holland, MI | General Financial Support | $10,000 |
| Deborah's Place Chicago, IL | General Financial Support | $20,000 |
| Greater Chicago Food Depository Chicago, IL | General Financial Support | $15,000 |
| Habitat for Humanity Oakland, CA | General Financial Support | $10,000 |
| Jubilee Ministries Holland, MI | General Financial Support | $25,000 |
| Land Conservancy of West Michigan Grand Rapids, MI | General Financial Support | $10,000 |
| Planned Parenthood of Northern CA Concord, CA | General Financial Support | $30,000 |
| Northwestern University Evanston, IL | General Financial Support | $15,000 |
| The Salvation Army - San Rafael San Rafael, CA | General Financial Support | $20,000 |
Leadership & Key People
Officers and directors from IRS filings
Compensation Overview
From 2024 IRS filing
From 2024 filing
| Name | Title | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Johanna Leestma LaFleur | President | 5 | — |
| James LaFleur | Treasurer | 1 | — |
Contact Information
- Address: 38 Lochinvar Rd, San Rafael, CA 94901-2477
- Telephone: 415-572-3416
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I apply for a grant from Leestma Family Foundation?
The foundation made 28 grants in 2023, with a total grantmaking amount of approximately $528,000. Recent grantees include: • Canal Alliance: $55,000 • Center for Domestic Peace / Marin Abused Women's Services: $40,000 • G Well: $33,000 The foundation provides general financial support to its grantees. Grant amounts vary, with recent grants ranging from approximately $33,000 to $55,000.
Where does Leestma Family Foundation make grants?
The foundation primarily funds organizations in the San Rafael, California area and surrounding regions, including Marin County and the broader Bay Area.
What size grants does Leestma Family Foundation award?
In 2024, Leestma Family Foundation awarded 29 grants totaling $561K — an average of about $19K per grant, based on its IRS Form 990 filings.
What is Leestma Family Foundation's EIN?
Leestma Family Foundation's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 36-3701346. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2019–2024.
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Data last updated June 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990-PF filings. Research dossier generated April 2026.
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