Lafferman Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Lafferman Family Foundation is a private foundation in Westlake Village, California. In tax year 2025 it gave $33,216 in 15 grants; the typical grant was $1,500 and the largest $7,000. 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$33,216
- Number of grants15
- Typical grant$1,500
- Largest grant$7,000
- Assets$560,201
- New grantees40%
Giving in 2025 was up from $31,260 the year before.
40% 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 | $26,735 | 16 | $549,279 |
| 2024 | $31,260 | 17 | $560,835 |
| 2025 | $33,216 | 15 | $560,201 |
How to apply
Lafferman 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 Lafferman Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 6 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 5 | $7,225 |
| Texas | 1 | $7,000 |
| New York | 3 | $6,669 |
| Indiana | 2 | $6,035 |
| Massachusetts | 3 | $5,287 |
| Maryland | 1 | $1,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Broad Ripple Broads for the Cure Sussan G Komen | Community fund Raising for the Susan G. Korman - Race for the Cure - for breast cancer | $7,000 |
| Gym Rats Inc | The organization supports community and individual youth basketball programs throughout the country. | $5,000 |
| Friends of the IDF | Support for Israel Soldiers Education | $3,090 |
| Southeast Ventura YMCA | Children and Adult Programs and Facility - this contribution was for disaster relief from California fires. | $2,591 |
| Planned Parenthood | Womans support | $2,549 |
| New Art Center | Childrens Art & Education | $2,172 |
| Maimonides school | childrens school support | $2,082 |
| Life Animal Resue | Animal Rescue | $1,500 |
| Guide Dogs of America | Guide Dog Training for Blind and Disabled | $1,047 |
| Foodonfoot | Food Bank | $1,046 |
| City of Hope | Health & Research | $1,041 |
| Dance Party Towne Meadow Elementar | Fund Raiser for Towne Meadow School - education | $1,035 |
| Newton Food Pantry | Food Bank | $1,033 |
| International Rescue Committee | Safety of Refugees and displaced families around the world | $1,030 |
| University of Maryland | Support of University | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Bruce Lafferman
- April Lafferman
- Lindsay Bentis
- Chris Bentis
- Brandon Lafferman
- Danielle Lafferman
Questions people ask
Does Lafferman Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Lafferman Family Foundation give?
$33,216 in tax year 2025, across 15 grants, with a typical grant of $1,500.
Who runs Lafferman Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Bruce Lafferman (President), April Lafferman (Executive Vp Secretary), Lindsay Bentis (Vice President) and Chris Bentis (Vice President) among 6 officers and trustees.
What does Lafferman Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly youth programs, education and health.