FRANCES LEAR FOUNDATION
Data sourced from IRS 990-PF public filings
Supports performing arts organizations and voter mobilization efforts, with a significant focus on general operating support for Ballet Hispánico and related initiatives.
FRANCES LEAR FOUNDATION has 163 grants on file funding 72 organizations. Giving decreased from $794,530 in 2024 to $672,500 in 2025. Reported assets: $9,435,441.
Total Assets
$9,435,441
Grants (Last Year)
$672,500
Total Grants on File
163
Recipients Funded
72
Giving History
| Year | Total Granted | Grants Made | Avg Grant |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $672,500 | 38 | $17,697 |
| 2024 | $794,530 | 40 | $19,863 |
| 2023 | $705,645 | 28 | $25,202 |
| 2022 | $713,000 | 26 | $27,423 |
| 2021 | $746,000 | 31 | $24,065 |
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Showing top 10 of 163 grants on file.
Officers & Trustees
From 2025 IRS 990-PF filing (data available for 7 filing years)
DR JONATHAN LAPOOK
DIRECTOR
DANIEL R KATZ
DIRECTOR
KATE BRECKIR LEAR
DIRECTOR
MAGGIE LEAR
PRESIDENT
IRS Filing History
FRANCES LEAR FOUNDATION has IRS 990-PF filings on record for 7 years, spanning 2019 to 2025.
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