Chet & Jon Lappen Foundation DBA Lappen Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Chet & Jon Lappen Foundation DBA Lappen Family Foundation is a private foundation in Los Angeles, California. In tax year 2025 it gave $131,248 in 47 grants; the typical grant was $1,000 and the largest $38,500. 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$131,248
- Number of grants47
- Typical grant$1,000
- Largest grant$38,500
- Assets$2.6 million
- New grantees26%
Giving in 2025 was up from $98,350 the year before.
26% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a mix of repeat and new grantees.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $89,652 | 45 | $2.1 million |
| 2024 | $98,350 | 50 | $2.5 million |
| 2025 | $131,248 | 47 | $2.6 million |
How to apply
Chet & Jon Lappen Foundation DBA Lappen 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 Chet & Jon Lappen Foundation DBA Lappen Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 9 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 32 | $98,748 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $9,000 |
| New York | 7 | $8,000 |
| Pennsylvania | 1 | $7,000 |
| Colorado | 1 | $2,500 |
| Florida | 2 | $2,000 |
| Alabama | 1 | $2,000 |
| Texas | 1 | $1,000 |
| Virginia | 1 | $1,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Center for Childhood | Charity/general | $38,500 |
| Boys & Girls Club of Santa Monica | Public charity | $11,800 |
| Focus for Democracy | Charity/general | $9,000 |
| Maccabi USA | Charity/general | $7,000 |
| La Regional Foodbank | Charity/general | $5,000 |
| Save the Redwoods League | Charity/general | $4,000 |
| Alameda County Community Food Bank | Charity/general | $3,000 |
| Birthright Israel Foundation | Charity/general | $3,000 |
| Planned Parenthood | Charity/general | $3,000 |
| Temple Beth Shalom | Charity/general | $3,000 |
| Colorado Academy | Charity/general | $2,500 |
| UCLA School of Law | Education | $2,500 |
| Var Organized Charities | Charity/general | $2,330 |
| 24th Street Theatre | Charity/general | $2,000 |
| California Fire Relief | Charity/general | $2,000 |
| Palestine Children's Relief Fund | Charity/general | $2,000 |
| Southern Poverty Law Center | Charity/general | $2,000 |
| University High Education Foundation | Charity/general | $2,000 |
| Peterson Automotive Museum Foundation | Public charity | $1,800 |
| Hirshberg Foundation | Charity/general | $1,500 |
| Kovno Communications | Charity/general | $1,500 |
| Palm Springs International Film Society | Charity/general | $1,218 |
| ACLU | Charity/general | $1,000 |
| Amnesty International | Charity/general | $1,000 |
| California State Parks Foundation | Charity/general | $1,000 |
| Doctors Without Borders | Public charity | $1,000 |
| Elephant Sanctuary | Charity/general | $1,000 |
| Golden Gate National Parks Conservancy | Charity/general | $1,000 |
| Ground Game Fund | Charity/general | $1,000 |
| Jane Goodall Institute | Charity/general | $1,000 |
| Kqed Public Radio | Charity/general | $1,000 |
| Marine Mammal Center | Charity/general | $1,000 |
| National Resources Defense Council | Charity/general | $1,000 |
| Save the Chimps | Charity/general | $1,000 |
| Union of Concerned Scientists | Education | $1,000 |
| United Friends of the Children | Education | $1,000 |
| University of Southern California | Education | $1,000 |
| Wounded Warrior Project | Charity/general | $1,000 |
| Ashby Village | Charity/general | $800 |
| West Los Angeles Buddhist Temple | Charity/general | $600 |
Officers and trustees
- Andrea Lappen
- Jonathan B Lappen
- Sally Lappen
- Timothy Lappen
Questions people ask
Does Chet & Jon Lappen Foundation DBA Lappen Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Chet & Jon Lappen Foundation DBA Lappen Family Foundation give?
$131,248 in tax year 2025, across 47 grants, with a typical grant of $1,000.
Who runs Chet & Jon Lappen Foundation DBA Lappen Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Andrea Lappen (Trustee), Jonathan B Lappen (Trustee), Sally Lappen (Trustee) and Timothy Lappen (Trustee).
What does Chet & Jon Lappen Foundation DBA Lappen Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly youth programs, education and arts and culture.