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Lester Napier Foundation Inc. is a private corporation based in LOS ANGELES, CA. The foundation received its IRS ruling in 2014. The principal officer is Larry B Alexander Esq. It holds total assets of $24K. Annual income is reported at $225K. Total assets have decreased from $342K in 2014 to $24K in 2024. The foundation is governed by 5 officers and trustees. The foundation operates in the area of environment. According to its most recent filing, the foundation only makes contributions to preselected charitable organizations. Tax records are available from 2015 to 2024. Funding is distributed across 5 states, including Maine, Florida, California. According to available records, Lester Napier Foundation Inc. has made 66 grants totaling $771K, with a median grant of $10K. Annual giving has grown from $340K in 2020 to $431K in 2022. Individual grants have ranged from $500 to $40K, with an average award of $12K. The foundation has supported 38 unique organizations. The foundation primarily supports organizations in Maine, California, Florida, which account for 64% of all grants. Grantmaking reaches organizations across 8 states. Contributions to this foundation are tax-deductible.
Smallest Grant
$500
Median Grant
$10K
Average Grant
$14K
Largest Grant
$40K
Based on 24 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.
Lester Napier Foundation Inc. primarily funds organizations in the area of environment. Based on available records, the foundation has funded 66 grants. Its grantmaking reaches organizations primarily in ME, CA, FL.
Lester Napier Foundation Inc. has distributed a total of $771K across 66 grants. The median grant size is $10K, with an average of $12K. Individual grants have ranged from $500 to $40K.
Lester Napier Foundation Inc. typically selects its grantees rather than accepting unsolicited proposals.
Lester Napier Foundation Inc. is headquartered in LOS ANGELES, CA. While based in CA, the foundation distributes grants to organizations across 8 states.
| Name | Title | Compensation | Benefits | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Maggie Wilde | DIRECTOR | $60K | $0 | $60K |
| Susan S Channing | DIRECTOR | $0 | $0 | N/A |
| Carl Palazollo | DIRECTOR | $0 | $0 | N/A |
| Ernest Johns | ASSISTANT TREASURER | $0 | $0 | N/A |
| Larry B Alexander | DIRECTOR | $0 | $0 | N/A |
Total Giving
N/A
Total Assets
$24K
Fair Market Value
N/A
Net Worth
$8K
Grants Paid
N/A
Contributions
N/A
Net Investment Income
N/A
Distribution Amount
N/A
Total Grants
66
Total Giving
$771K
Average Grant
$12K
Median Grant
$10K
Unique Recipients
38
Most Common Grant
$10K
of 2022 grantees were first-time recipients
| Recipient | Location | Amount | Year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Global GivingGRANTS ARE MADE FOR SPECIFIC CHARITABLE PURPOSES CONSISTENT WITH THE PURPOSE OF THIS ORGANIZATION | Washington, DC | $10K | 2022 |
| Preble StreetGRANTS ARE MADE FOR SPECIFIC CHARITABLE PURPOSES CONSISTENT WITH THE PURPOSE OF THIS ORGANIZATION | Portland, ME | $25K | 2022 |
| Midcoast Maine Community ActionGRANTS ARE MADE FOR SPECIFIC CHARITABLE PURPOSES CONSISTENT WITH THE PURPOSE OF THIS ORGANIZATION | Bath, ME | $15K | 2022 |
| The Change ReactionGRANTS ARE MADE FOR SPECIFIC CHARITABLE PURPOSES CONSISTENT WITH THE PURPOSE OF THIS ORGANIZATION | Sherman Oaks, CA | $15K | 2022 |
| Target HungerGRANTS ARE MADE FOR SPECIFIC CHARITABLE PURPOSES CONSISTENT WITH THE PURPOSE OF THIS ORGANIZATION | Houston, TX | $15K | 2022 |
| Second Servings HoustonGRANTS ARE MADE FOR SPECIFIC CHARITABLE PURPOSES CONSISTENT WITH THE PURPOSE OF THIS ORGANIZATION | Houston, TX | $15K | 2022 |
| Big SundayGRANTS ARE MADE FOR SPECIFIC CHARITABLE PURPOSES CONSISTENT WITH THE PURPOSE OF THIS ORGANIZATION | Los Angeles, CA | $10K | 2022 |
| Undies For EveryoneGRANTS ARE MADE FOR SPECIFIC CHARITABLE PURPOSES CONSISTENT WITH THE PURPOSE OF THIS ORGANIZATION | Houston, TX | $10K | 2022 |
| World Central KitchenGRANTS ARE MADE FOR SPECIFIC CHARITABLE PURPOSES CONSISTENT WITH THE PURPOSE OF THIS ORGANIZATION | Washington, DC | $10K | 2022 |
| Sunflower Of Peace FoundationGRANTS ARE MADE FOR SPECIFIC CHARITABLE PURPOSES CONSISTENT WITH THE PURPOSE OF THIS ORGANIZATION | Cambridge, MA | $10K | 2022 |
| International Fund For Animal WelfareGRANTS ARE MADE FOR SPECIFIC CHARITABLE PURPOSES CONSISTENT WITH THE PURPOSE OF THIS ORGANIZATION | Yarmouth Port, MA | $10K | 2022 |
| Nova UkraineGRANTS ARE MADE FOR SPECIFIC CHARITABLE PURPOSES CONSISTENT WITH THE PURPOSE OF THIS ORGANIZATION | Stanford, CA | $10K | 2022 |
| Bath Area Food BankGRANTS ARE MADE FOR SPECIFIC CHARITABLE PURPOSES CONSISTENT WITH THE PURPOSE OF THIS ORGANIZATION | Bath, ME | $10K | 2022 |
| The Glades Initiative IncGRANTS ARE MADE FOR SPECIFIC CHARITABLE PURPOSES CONSISTENT WITH THE PURPOSE OF THIS ORGANIZATION | Belle Glade, FL | $7K | 2022 |
| Milagro Foundation IncGRANTS ARE MADE FOR SPECIFIC CHARITABLE PURPOSES CONSISTENT WITH THE PURPOSE OF THIS ORGANIZATION | Delray Beach, FL | $7K | 2022 |
| Clinics Can Help IncGRANTS ARE MADE FOR SPECIFIC CHARITABLE PURPOSES CONSISTENT WITH THE PURPOSE OF THIS ORGANIZATION | West Palm Beach, FL | $7K | 2022 |
| The Achievement Centers For Children & FamiliesGRANTS ARE MADE FOR SPECIFIC CHARITABLE PURPOSES CONSISTENT WITH THE PURPOSE OF THIS ORGANIZATION | Delray Beach, FL | $7K | 2022 |
| Cros MinistriesGRANTS ARE MADE FOR SPECIFIC CHARITABLE PURPOSES CONSISTENT WITH THE PURPOSE OF THIS ORGANIZATION | Lake Worth, FL | $7K | 2022 |
| Cij IntermountainGRANTS ARE MADE FOR SPECIFIC CHARITABLE PURPOSES CONSISTENT WITH THE PURPOSE OF THIS ORGANIZATION | Helena, MT | $7K | 2022 |
| Urban Youth ImpactGRANTS ARE MADE FOR SPECIFIC CHARITABLE PURPOSES CONSISTENT WITH THE PURPOSE OF THIS ORGANIZATION | West Palm Beach, FL | $7K | 2022 |
| Dogwill IncGRANTS ARE MADE FOR SPECIFIC CHARITABLE PURPOSES CONSISTENT WITH THE PURPOSE OF THIS ORGANIZATION | Bath, ME | $2K | 2022 |
| Art DivisionGRANTS ARE MADE FOR SPECIFIC CHARITABLE PURPOSES CONSISTENT WITH THE PURPOSE OF THIS ORGANIZATION | Los Angeles, CA | $30K | 2020 |
| Oasis Health Network IncGRANTS ARE MADE FOR SPECIFIC CHARITABLE PURPOSES CONSISTENT WITH THE PURPOSE OF THIS ORGANIZATION | Brunswick, ME | $30K | 2020 |
| Rhode Island Food BankGRANTS ARE MADE FOR SPECIFIC CHARITABLE PURPOSES CONSISTENT WITH THE PURPOSE OF THIS ORGANIZATION | Providence, RI | $25K | 2020 |
| Providence City Arts For YouthGRANTS ARE MADE FOR SPECIFIC CHARITABLE PURPOSES CONSISTENT WITH THE PURPOSE OF THIS ORGANIZATION | Providence, RI | $15K | 2020 |
| Lucilles 1913 Community KitchenGRANTS ARE MADE FOR SPECIFIC CHARITABLE PURPOSES CONSISTENT WITH THE PURPOSE OF THIS ORGANIZATION | Houston, TX | $15K | 2020 |