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Les Paul Foundation is a private trust based in SYOSSET, NY. The foundation received its IRS ruling in 1997. The principal officer is Michael K Braunstein. It holds total assets of $42.3M. Annual income is reported at $11.6M. Total assets have grown from $5.1M in 2010 to $42.3M in 2024. The foundation is governed by 3 officers and trustees. The foundation operates in the area of philanthropy & grantmaking. Tax records are available from 2015 to 2024. Funding is distributed across 5 states, including New Jersey, California, Wisconsin. According to available records, Les Paul Foundation has made 149 grants totaling $1.7M, with a median grant of $5K. The foundation has distributed between $518K and $665K annually from 2020 to 2022. Grantmaking activity was highest in 2021 with $665K distributed across 48 grants. Individual grants have ranged from $505 to $100K, with an average award of $12K. The foundation has supported 110 unique organizations. The foundation primarily supports organizations in Wisconsin, New Jersey, New York, which account for 39% of all grants. Grantmaking reaches organizations across 27 states. Contributions to this foundation are tax-deductible.
Smallest Grant
$2K
Median Grant
$5K
Average Grant
$14K
Largest Grant
$100K
Based on 48 grants from the most recent 990-PF filing.
No program descriptions are available for this foundation. Many private foundations report program activities in their annual 990-PF filings — check the Tax Filings section below for the most recent filing.
Les Paul Foundation primarily funds organizations in the area of philanthropy & grantmaking. Based on available records, the foundation has funded 149 grants. Its grantmaking reaches organizations primarily in WI, NJ, NY.
Les Paul Foundation has distributed a total of $1.7M across 149 grants. The median grant size is $5K, with an average of $12K. Individual grants have ranged from $505 to $100K.
The application deadline is JANUARY 15 AND SEPTEMBER 15.
Les Paul Foundation is headquartered in SYOSSET, NY. While based in NY, the foundation distributes grants to organizations across 27 states.
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| Name | Title | Compensation | Benefits | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Michael K Braunstein | EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR | $415K | $0 | $415K |
| Jeff Salmon | TRUSTEE | $21K | $0 | $21K |
| Arlene Palmer | TRUSTEE | $12K | $0 | $12K |
Total Giving
N/A
Total Assets
$42.3M
Fair Market Value
N/A
Net Worth
$41.7M
Grants Paid
N/A
Contributions
N/A
Net Investment Income
N/A
Distribution Amount
N/A
Total Grants
149
Total Giving
$1.7M
Average Grant
$12K
Median Grant
$5K
Unique Recipients
110
Most Common Grant
$5K
of 2022 grantees were first-time recipients
| Recipient | Location | Amount | Year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Discovery WorldSTEM PROGRAMS AND EXHIBITS | Milwaukee, WI | $75K | 2022 |
| Little Kids RockMUSIC EDUCATION IN SCHOOLS | Verona, NJ | $50K | 2022 |
| Waukesha County Historical Society&MuseumLES PAUL EXHIBIT | Waukesha, WI | $45K | 2022 |
| Notes For Notes IncFUND RECORDING STUDIOS IN BOYS AND GIRLS CLUBS | Nashville, TN | $35K | 2022 |
| Rowan University FoundationMUSIC PROGRAMS | Glassboro, NJ | $25K | 2022 |
| Worcester Polytechnic InstituteMUSIC EDUCATION | Worcester, MA | $25K | 2022 |
| Musicians On CallVIRTUAL BEDSIDE PERFORMANCE PROGRAM | Nashville, TN | $20K | 2022 |
| Soulsville FoundationMUSIC PROGRAMS | Memphis, TN | $20K | 2022 |
| Mahwah Museum Society IncLES PAUL EXHIBIT | Mahwah, NJ | $18K | 2022 |
| Build IncorporatedFUND RECORDING STUDIOS | Chicago, IL | $10K | 2022 |
| Food Pantry Of Waukesha CountySUPPORTING FUNDS FOR PROGRAM | Waukesha, WI | $10K | 2022 |
| Bangtown Studio On The GoMUSIC PROGRAMS | Flint, MI | $10K | 2022 |
| Center For Food ActionSUPPORTING FUNDS FOR PROGRAM | Englewood, NJ | $10K | 2022 |
| The Lincoln Academy IncSUPPORTING FUNDS FOR MUSIC PROGRAMS | Eastchester, NY | $10K | 2022 |
| Youth & Family Services IncAFTER SCHOOL PROGRAMS | Rapid City, SD | $8K | 2022 |
| Ramapo College FoundationLES PAUL FESTIVAL AT RAMAPO COLLEGE | Mahwah, NJ | $8K | 2022 |
| First Stage Milwaukee IncMUSIC PROGRAMS | Milwaukee, WI | $8K | 2022 |
| Building For The Arts Ny IncHYBRID LEARNING PLATFORM | New York, NY | $7K | 2022 |
| Litchfield Performing Arts IncMUSIC PROGRAMS | Litchfield, CT | $6K | 2022 |
| Mississippi Arts Entertainment ExperienAUDIO ENGINEERING PROGRAM | Meridian, MS | $5K | 2022 |
| Young Audiences Of Oregon IncMUSIC EDUCATION | Portland, OR | $5K | 2022 |
| Christina Cultural Arts Center IncFUND PROGRAM | Wilmington, DE | $5K | 2022 |
| Collingswood Public SchoolsSUPPORTING FUNDS FOR MUSIC PROGRAMS | Collingswood, NJ | $5K | 2022 |
| Country Music FoundationSUPPORTING FUNDS FOR MUSIC PROGRAMS | Nashville, TN | $5K | 2022 |
| Exploring The Arts IncMUSIC PROGRAMS | Astoria, NY | $5K | 2022 |
| Foundation For Portland Public SchoolsSUPPORTING FUNDS FOR MUSIC PROGRAMS | Portland, ME | $5K | 2022 |
| Guitars For VetsMUSIC PROGRAMS | Brookfield, WI | $5K | 2022 |
| Hearing Education & Awareness For RockersHEARING ISSUES - AWARENESS | San Francisco, CA | $5K | 2022 |
| Institute Of Music For ChildrenSUPPORTING FUNDS FOR MUSIC PROGRAMS | Elizabeth, NJ | $5K | 2022 |
| Northwest Colorado HealthFUNDING FOR MEDICAL RESEARCH | Steamboat Springs, CO | $5K | 2022 |
| Public Broadcasting Of Northwest Pa IncAUDIO PRODUCTION WORKSHOPS | Erie, PA | $5K | 2022 |
| Rock & Soul Forever FoundationMUSIC PROGRAMS | New York, NY | $5K | 2022 |
| Sasha Bruce Youthwork IncMENTORSHIP PROGRAM | Washington, DC | $5K | 2022 |
| Songbirds Foundation IncMUSIC EDUCATION PROGRAMS | Chattanooga, TN | $5K | 2022 |
| The Sheldon Arts FoundationSCIENCE OF LEARNING INSTRUMENT DESIGN PROGRAM | St Louis, MO | $5K | 2022 |
| Broadway For Arts EducationMUSIC PROGRAMS | New York, NY | $5K | 2022 |
| After School All StarsMUSIC PROGRAMS | New York, NY | $5K | 2022 |
| Maya Angelou Public Charter SchoolSUPPORTING FUNDS FOR MUSIC PROGRAMS | Washington, DC | $5K | 2022 |
| Hear Your Song IncEXPAND VIRTUAL PROGRAMMING | New York, NY | $4K | 2022 |
| Eleanor Roosevelt High SchoolSUPPORTING FUNDS FOR MUSIC PROGRAMS | New York, NY | $3K | 2022 |
| The Home Team - Miami IncAFTER SCHOOL PROGRAMS | Miami, FL | $3K | 2022 |
| The Musical Arts InstituteSUPPORTING FUNDS FOR MUSIC PROGRAMS | Chicago, IL | $3K | 2022 |
| Education Through MusicMUSIC PROGRAMS | New York, NY | $3K | 2022 |
| Dc Jazz FestivalLIVE MUSIC PROGRAMS | Washington, DC | $3K | 2022 |
| Horizons Atlanta IncMENTORSHIP PROGRAM | Atlanta, GA | $3K | 2022 |
| School Of The Arts Foundation IncSUPPORTING FUNDS FOR MUSIC PROGRAMS | West Palm Beach, FL | $3K | 2022 |
| MusicbreedsMUSIC PROGRAMS | Hempstead, NY | $3K | 2022 |
| Young Musicians FoundationMUSIC PROGRAMS | Los Angeles, CA | $3K | 2022 |
| Boys & Girls Clubs Of Greater Tarrant CouMENTORSHIP PROGRAM | Fort Worth, TX | $3K | 2022 |
| A Place Called HomeBUILD LP PRO TOOLS LEARNING LAB | Los Angeles, CA | $3K | 2022 |