Luppen Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Luppen Family Foundation is a private foundation in Los Angeles, California. In tax year 2024 it gave $387,500 in 19 grants; the typical grant was $16,000 and the largest $60,000. 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$387,500
- Number of grants19
- Typical grant$16,000
- Largest grant$60,000
- Assets$9.1 million
- New grantees11%
Giving in 2024 was up from $373,000 the year before.
11% 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $373,000 | 23 | $8.3 million |
| 2024 | $387,500 | 19 | $9.1 million |
How to apply
Luppen 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 Luppen Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 5 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 12 | $244,000 |
| New York | 4 | $102,000 |
| Pennsylvania | 1 | $20,000 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $16,000 |
| Idaho | 1 | $5,500 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| St Johns Health Center Foundation | General support | $60,000 |
| The Leukemia and Lymphoma Society | General support | $60,000 |
| Gabriella Foundation | General support | $32,000 |
| Childrens Hospital Los Angeles | General support | $25,000 |
| St Matthews Parish School | General support | $21,000 |
| Cedars Sinai Hospital | General support | $20,000 |
| Access Books | General support | $20,000 |
| Catholic Education Foundation | General support | $20,000 |
| American Jewish Committee | General support | $20,000 |
| World Central Kitchen | General support | $16,000 |
| Food Bank for New York City | General support | $16,000 |
| Ukrainian Habitat Fund | General support | $16,000 |
| St Joseph Center | General support | $11,000 |
| Friends of the Big Bear Zoo | General support | $10,000 |
| I Have A Dream Foundation | General support | $10,000 |
| CHP 11-99 Foundation | General support | $10,000 |
| Los Angeles Fire Dept Foundation | General support | $10,000 |
| Henrys Fork Foundation | General support | $5,500 |
| Loyola High School Chandler Scholarship | Scholarship | $5,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Luppe R Luppen
- Paula B Luppen
Questions people ask
Does Luppen Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Luppen Family Foundation give?
$387,500 in tax year 2024, across 19 grants, with a typical grant of $16,000.
Who runs Luppen Family Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Luppe R Luppen (Trustee) and Paula B Luppen (Trustee).
What does Luppen Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly health, faith communities and education.