Lukana Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Lukana Foundation is a private foundation in Laguna Hills, California. In tax year 2025 it gave $14,911 in 6 grants; the typical grant was $1,502 and the largest $6,051. 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$14,911
- Number of grants6
- Typical grant$1,502
- Largest grant$6,051
- Assets$1.9 million
- New grantees67%
Giving in 2025 was up from $1,679 the year before.
67% 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 | $40,715 | 5 | $2.1 million |
| 2024 | $1,679 | 2 | $2.0 million |
| 2025 | $14,911 | 6 | $1.9 million |
How to apply
Lukana 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 Lukana Foundation funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 6 | $14,911 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Brackens Kitchen | Support of charity that feeds the homeless | $6,051 |
| Ranch Church | Support of church with tax id: 83-2853455 | $5,155 |
| Kids Around the World | Support of charity that builds playgrounds for needy children | $1,527 |
| gateway via | Support of orphanage | $1,478 |
| crean lutheran high school | Support of school | $600 |
| Mariners Church | Support of church | $100 |
Officers and trustees
- stephen kepler
- rosemary kepler
- Homyra Rahim
Questions people ask
Does Lukana Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Lukana Foundation give?
$14,911 in tax year 2025, across 6 grants, with a typical grant of $1,502.
Who runs Lukana Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists stephen kepler (director and president and Secretary), rosemary kepler (director and treasurer) and Homyra Rahim (Director).
What does Lukana Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities.