Lankford Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Lankford Family Foundation is a private foundation in San Diego, California. In tax year 2024 it gave $20,000 in 2 grants; the typical grant was $10,000 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 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$20,000
- Number of grants2
- Typical grant$10,000
- Largest grant$10,000
- Assets$26,018
- New grantees50%
Giving in 2024 was up from $5,000 the year before.
50% of its 2024 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 | $5,000 | 1 | $47,289 |
| 2024 | $20,000 | 2 | $26,018 |
How to apply
Lankford 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 Lankford Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 2 | $20,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| San Diego Zoo | Educational programs | $10,000 |
| Curebound | Cancer research | $10,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Susan Lankford
- James Pennington
- Greg Araujo
Questions people ask
Does Lankford Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Lankford Family Foundation give?
$20,000 in tax year 2024, across 2 grants, with a typical grant of $10,000.
Who runs Lankford Family Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Susan Lankford (President), James Pennington (Secretary) and Greg Araujo (Treasurer).
What does Lankford Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly animals, education and health.