LWL Foundation
Preselected recipients only
LWL Foundation is a private foundation in Newport Beach, California. In tax year 2024 it gave $420,000 in 7 grants; the typical grant was $28,000 and the largest $200,000. 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$420,000
- Number of grants7
- Typical grant$28,000
- Largest grant$200,000
- Assets$1.1 million
- New grantees43%
Giving in 2024 was up from $139,800 the year before.
43% 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 | $139,800 | 5 | $1.5 million |
| 2024 | $420,000 | 7 | $1.1 million |
How to apply
LWL 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 LWL Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 4 | $288,000 |
| North Carolina | 1 | $100,000 |
| Virginia | 1 | $20,000 |
| Florida | 1 | $12,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Young Americans | Donate cash to various 501 (c)(3) public charities | $200,000 |
| All Saints Church | Donate cash to various 501 (c)(3) public charities | $100,000 |
| Healing Word International | Donate cash to various 501 (c)(3) public charities | $50,000 |
| Assistance League of Irvine | Donate cash to various 501 (c)(3) public charities | $28,000 |
| Media Research Center | Donate cash to various 501 (c)(3) public charities | $20,000 |
| Echo | Donate cash to various 501 (c)(3) public charities | $12,000 |
| Hope Mission Society | Donate cash to various 501 (c)(3) public charities | $10,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Lora Jane Harv Lisle
Questions people ask
Does LWL Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does LWL Foundation give?
$420,000 in tax year 2024, across 7 grants, with a typical grant of $28,000.
Who runs LWL Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Lora Jane Harv Lisle (Secretary & Chief Financia).
What does LWL Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities.