J L Foundation
Preselected recipients only
J L Foundation is a private foundation in Los Angeles, California. In tax year 2024 it gave $2.2 million in 21 grants; the typical grant was $100,000 and the largest $500,000. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$2.2 million
- Number of grants21
- Typical grant$100,000
- Largest grant$500,000
- Assets$56.8 million
- New grantees10%
Giving in 2024 was up from $2.0 million the year before.
10% of its 2024 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, so most of its money goes to organizations it already funds.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | $1.8 million | 21 | $41.0 million |
| 2023 | $2.0 million | 22 | $49.9 million |
| 2024 | $2.2 million | 21 | $56.8 million |
How to apply
J L 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 J L Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 18 | $1.6 million |
| Colorado | 1 | $500,000 |
| Connecticut | 1 | $101,737 |
| Utah | 1 | $30,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| United States Olympic and Paralympic Foundation | General operating | $500,000 |
| Los Angeles Philharmonic | General operating | $247,000 |
| Pacific Council on International Policy | General operating | $204,026 |
| UCLA Foundation | General operating | $151,049 |
| Learning Rights Law Center | General operating | $131,111 |
| Isla Vista Youth Project Inc DBA Leap | General operating | $102,305 |
| Idyllwild Arts Foundation | General operating | $101,918 |
| Sandy Hook Promise Foundation | General operating | $101,737 |
| Vista del Mar Child and Family Services | General operating | $101,083 |
| California Institute of the Arts | General operating | $100,000 |
| The Achievable Foundation | General operating | $100,000 |
| Independence House | General operating | $75,000 |
| Calm Inc | General operating | $50,000 |
| Los Angeles Master Chorale Association | General operating | $50,000 |
| Southern California Public Radio | General operating | $50,000 |
| Sundance Institute | General operating | $30,000 |
| Food Bank of Santa Barbara County | General operating | $25,000 |
| Sansum Clinic | General operating | $25,000 |
| Santa Barbara Cottage Hospital | General operating | $25,000 |
| City Net | General operating | $10,000 |
| The Trevor Project | General operating | $10,000 |
Officers and trustees
- James B Lovelace
- Jeffrey K Lovelace
- Robert W Lovelace
Questions people ask
Does J L Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does J L Foundation give?
$2.2 million in tax year 2024, across 21 grants, with a typical grant of $100,000.
Who runs J L Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists James B Lovelace (Treasurer), Jeffrey K Lovelace (President) and Robert W Lovelace (Secretary).
What does J L Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly arts and culture, youth programs and health.