JL Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
JL Family Foundation is a private foundation in San Diego, California. In tax year 2025 it gave $119,300 in 11 grants; the typical grant was $7,500 and the largest $50,000. 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$119,300
- Number of grants11
- Typical grant$7,500
- Largest grant$50,000
- Assets$3.4 million
- New grantees46%
Giving in 2025 was down from $127,500 the year before.
46% 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 | $261,500 | 8 | $2.9 million |
| 2024 | $127,500 | 13 | $2.9 million |
| 2025 | $119,300 | 11 | $3.4 million |
How to apply
JL 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 JL Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 7 | $53,800 |
| Tennessee | 1 | $50,000 |
| New York | 2 | $10,500 |
| Virginia | 1 | $5,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Gary Sinise Foundation | Service to military veterans | $50,000 |
| Ronald McDonald House | Provide support for families and ch | $15,000 |
| Newport Bay Conservancy | Protection of newport bay | $10,300 |
| Michael Fox Foundation | Parkinson disease research | $10,000 |
| San Diego Humane Society | Rescue animals and wildlife | $10,000 |
| Alzheimer Association | Reseach and treat alzheimers | $7,500 |
| ALS Golden West | To help parkinson disease victims | $5,000 |
| National Disaster Search Dog | To provide dog training for disaster | $5,000 |
| Semper K9 | Provide service dogs to veterans | $5,000 |
| Lions Tigers Bears | Exotic animal santuary | $1,000 |
| Corporate Charity Giveback | Provide troubled youth services | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- Debra Lubensky
- Terry Cope
- Chad Cope
- Kyle Cope
- Greg Villard
Questions people ask
Does JL Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does JL Family Foundation give?
$119,300 in tax year 2025, across 11 grants, with a typical grant of $7,500.
Who runs JL Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Debra Lubensky (Director/Ceo), Terry Cope (Director/Sec), Chad Cope (Director) and Kyle Cope (Director) among 5 officers and trustees.
What does JL Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly veterans, health and animals.