The Leavens Foundation Inc
The Leavens Foundation Inc is a private foundation based in Long Valley, New Jersey. Its 2023 filing states that it ceased operating as of December 31, 2023.
The Leavens Foundation Inc at a glance
In short: The Leavens Foundation Inc gave $125K across 7 grants in 2023 (avg $18K), mostly in New Jersey. Source: 2023 IRS Form 990-PF.
- Annual giving (2023)
- $125,138
- -86.7% vs 2022
- Grants made (2023)
- 7
- -77.4% vs 2022
- Average grant
- $17,877
- -40.9% vs 2022
- Median grant
- $20,000
- Primary geography
- New Jersey (76% of itemized 2023 grant dollars)
- Latest 990 filing
- Form 990-PF, 2023 View filing
Data from IRS Form 990-PF, 2023; updated September 2026.
How to apply to The Leavens Foundation Inc
- Accepts unsolicited proposals
- No
- Contact
Mailing address: PO Box 673, Long Valley, NJ 07853
Phone: (973) 808-9500
Application details from Grantable's research on the foundation's public materials; confirm on its website before applying.
Who The Leavens Foundation Inc funds
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 7 recipients in 2023
The largest 2023 recipient was Musconetcong Watershed Association ($25K). Together the top 7 received $125K.
Grant Size Distribution
103 grants across all recorded years
The most common grant size was under $50K: 93 grants of 103 (90%).
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
In 2023, 76% of grant dollars went to recipients in New Jersey, with 8% each going to New York, California, and Alabama.
Grant Distribution by State
Share of 2023 grant dollars across all 7 itemized grants.
States
Cities
How The Leavens Foundation Inc gives
- Giving fell 54% from 2020 to 2023. Method
- In 2023 it paid out well above its IRS minimum distribution (the 5% rule). Method
From the foundation's IRS Form 990-PF filings. Methodology.
Giving History
Giving Over Time
Total grant dollars and number of grants per year
From 2019 to 2023, annual grant giving ranged from $125K (2023) to $938K (2022). In 2023 it made 7 grants totaling $125K.
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Musconetcong Watershed Association Asbury, NJ | Sustaining Contribution | $25,000 |
| Branch Brook Park Alliance Inc Morristown, NJ | Sustaining | $25,000 |
| Greater Newark Conservancy Newark, NJ | Sustaining | $25,000 |
| Eastern Environmental Law Center Newark, NJ | Sustaining | $20,000 |
| Center for Reproductive Rights New York, NY | Sustaining Contribution | $10,138 |
| Buck Institute Novato, CA | Sustaining | $10,000 |
| Southern Poverty Law Center Inc Montgomery, AL | Sustaining | $10,000 |
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Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
The foundation stated that it had $7 of income in 2023 and used all remaining funds for charitable distributions, administrative expenses, and wind-up fees.
| Filing year | Total Assets | Revenue | Expenses | Grants paid | Grants | Qualifying Distributions | Net Investment Income | Distributable Amount |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | — | $7 | $143,342 | $125,138 | 7 | $134,239 | — | $2,970 |
| 2022 | $137,483 | $66 | $959,025 | $937,500 | 31 | $945,166 | — | $26,350 |
| 2021 | $1,096,442 | $455,686 | $337,218 | $310,000 | 27 | $322,683 | $442,646 | $58,477 |
| 2020 | $977,974 | $114,125 | $297,331 | $274,500 | 19 | — | $103,115 | $61,316 |
| 2019 | $1,161,180 | $155,513 | $362,782 | $325,700 | 19 | — | $137,937 | $77,458 |
Under IRS private-foundation payout rules, The Leavens Foundation Inc reported a distributable amount of $3K for 2023 — the minimum it must pay out in qualifying distributions.
Research compiled by Grantable AI from public sources. Last updated September 2026.
Mission & Focus Areas
No foundation mission is stated in the available information. The 2023 grants included support for organizations whose stated missions include protecting the Musconetcong River watershed, maintaining Branch Brook Park, expanding access to green spaces and environmental education, and providing legal assistance to nonprofits addressing environmental problems. Other recipients included the Center for Reproductive Rights, the Buck Institute, and the Southern Poverty Law Center.
Grantmaking
In 2023, the foundation made 7 grants totaling $125,138. Grants ranged from $10,000 to $25,000, with a median of $20,000. The listed recipients included Musconetcong Watershed Association ($25,000), Branch Brook Park Alliance Inc ($25,000), Greater Newark Conservancy ($25,000), Eastern Environmental Law Center ($20,000), Center for Reproductive Rights ($10,138), Buck Institute ($10,000), and Southern Poverty Law Center Inc ($10,000). The filing describes the grants as sustaining contributions or sustaining support.
The foundation states that it made contributions only to preselected charitable organizations and does not accept unsolicited requests. It also states that it ceased operating as of December 31, 2023.
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
The 2023 filing lists Nancy Leavens and William B Leavens III as officers.
The Leavens Foundation Inc's 2023 filing lists 2 officers; none of the 2 officers listed in 2023 report compensation.
Officers on the 2023 filing
Nancy Leavens
Officer
Secretary → Officer, 2021
On filings since 2019
No compensation reported
William B. Leavens III
Officer
Treasurer → Officer, 2021
On filings since 2019
No compensation reported
Former officers (1)
- Former: William Gibson (2019–2020) — President
Data from IRS Form 990 filings, 2019–2023. "On filings since" is the earliest filing we hold that lists the person; hours are average hours per week as reported.
Frequently asked questions about The Leavens Foundation Inc
How much does The Leavens Foundation Inc give each year?
The Leavens Foundation Inc gave $125K across 7 grants in 2023, according to its 2023 IRS Form 990-PF. In 2022 it gave $938K across 31 grants.
What is The Leavens Foundation Inc's typical grant size?
The Leavens Foundation Inc's median grant in 2023 was $20,000, and its average grant was $17,877, across 7 grants on its 2023 IRS Form 990-PF.
Where does The Leavens Foundation Inc give grants?
The Leavens Foundation Inc gives mostly in New Jersey: 76% of the grant dollars itemized on its 2023 IRS Form 990-PF went to recipients there. The next largest states were New York (8%) and California (8%). The most frequent recipient cities were Newark, NJ (2 grants).
Does The Leavens Foundation Inc give general operating support?
Not in 2023: none of the 7 grants with a stated purpose on The Leavens Foundation Inc's 2023 IRS Form 990-PF were described as general or operating support. Recurring purposes include "Sustaining" (5 grants).
Who are The Leavens Foundation Inc's largest grantees?
The Leavens Foundation Inc's largest 2023 grantees include Musconetcong Watershed Association ($25,000), Branch Brook Park Alliance Inc ($25,000) and Greater Newark Conservancy ($25,000), according to its 2023 IRS Form 990-PF. Together they received 60% of its itemized 2023 grant dollars.
What does The Leavens Foundation Inc fund?
No foundation mission is stated in the available information. See mission & focus areas ↑
How do I apply for a grant from The Leavens Foundation Inc?
The Leavens Foundation Inc does not accept unsolicited proposals, according to Grantable's research on its published guidelines.
How much is The Leavens Foundation Inc required to give away each year?
Private foundations must generally distribute about 5% of their assets annually. For 2023, The Leavens Foundation Inc reported a distributable amount of $3K on its IRS Form 990-PF — the minimum it must pay out in qualifying distributions.
What is The Leavens Foundation Inc's EIN?
The Leavens Foundation Inc's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 52-1754606. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2019–2023.
Does The Leavens Foundation Inc accept unsolicited proposals?
No, according to Grantable's research on the foundation's published guidelines. See how to apply ↑
Data last updated September 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990-PF filings. Research dossier generated September 2026.
Data update history
(3)
When this profile's IRS filing data changed on Grantable
- Added Form 990-PF for fiscal year 2019 (received by the IRS June 17, 2020)
- Updated Form 990-PF for fiscal year 2021 (received by the IRS May 9, 2022)
- IRS filings on file for fiscal years 2020–2023
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