Alan and Donna Schuler Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Alan and Donna Schuler Family Foundation is a private foundation in La Jolla, California. In tax year 2025 it gave $42,000 in 9 grants; the typical grant was $2,000 and the largest $10,000. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$42,000
- Number of grants9
- Typical grant$2,000
- Largest grant$10,000
- Assets$993,658
- New grantees57%
Giving in 2025 was up from $41,000 the year before.
57% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a sign it is open to new organizations.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $36,000 | 7 | $817,602 |
| 2024 | $41,000 | 6 | $880,895 |
| 2025 | $42,000 | 9 | $993,658 |
How to apply
Alan and Donna Schuler Family Foundation says in its IRS filing that it only makes contributions to preselected organizations, so unsolicited applications are unlikely to be considered. Organizations it funds are usually invited.
What Alan and Donna Schuler Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 4 | $32,000 |
| Pennsylvania | 5 | $10,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Wesley House Student Residence | Need | $10,000 |
| Just in Time for Foster Youth | Need | $9,000 |
| Just in Time for Foster Youth | Need | $8,000 |
| LJ STEAM Foundation | Need | $5,000 |
| Barnes Cemetary Association | Need | $2,000 |
| Sheffield Volunteer Fire Dept & Ambulance | Need | $2,000 |
| Warren County Historical Society | Need | $2,000 |
| Sheffield Depot Preservation Society | Need | $2,000 |
| Warren County Historical Society | Need | $2,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Hailey J Lightner
- Evlyn A Lightner Baez
- Dawna C Chuss
- Sherri S Lightner
- Bonni S Cogan
Questions people ask
Does Alan and Donna Schuler Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Alan and Donna Schuler Family Foundation give?
$42,000 in tax year 2025, across 9 grants, with a typical grant of $2,000.
Who runs Alan and Donna Schuler Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Hailey J Lightner (PresidentDirector), Evlyn A Lightner Baez (TreasurerDirector), Dawna C Chuss (Vice PresidentSecreta) and Sherri S Lightner (Director) among 5 officers and trustees.
What does Alan and Donna Schuler Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly human services, youth programs and arts and culture.