Lescure Foundation
The organization is a private foundation dedicated to supporting public charitable purposes. Its mission reflects a commitment to community service, education, food security, and environmental conservation, as evidenced by its funding to various nonprofits, including food banks, educational foundations, and religious organizations. The foundation primarily serves communities in California, with a notable focus on local charities and initiatives that address pressing social needs.
Source: Zeffy Agent · Mar 2026
Ideal Applicant
Small-to-midsize California nonprofits and local community organizations with an established track record and local ties in the foundation's region.
Good Fit
- • Located in the foundation's home state (California) or serving its local communities
- • Works on community services such as food banks, education, or local conservation
- • Has an existing relationship, referral, or prior contact with a board member or past grantee
- • Seeks modest one-time or annual grants in the observed range (roughly $1k–$25k)
- • Is an established charity with clear public charitable purposes
Geography
Giving is overwhelmingly local: nearly all 2024 dollars (95%) were to California organizations, with only one other state receiving a small share.
Recipient Variety
The foundation funded 9–12 distinct organizations each year (10 in 2024) and supported a mix of independent nonprofits, but five recurring grantees appear across years and one recipient dominated 56% of 2024 dollars.
New Applicants
Direct evidence shows new grantees are funded (five first-time recipients in 2024 and seven in 2023), but the foundation's filings and application notes indicate funding is by preselection rather than an open application process, so entry likely depends on referral or invitation.
Source: Zeffy Agent · Mar 2026
