The Luke and Meadow France Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Luke and Meadow France Foundation is a private foundation in Los Angeles, California. In tax year 2024 it gave $482,500 in 4 grants; the typical grant was $77,500 and the largest $325,000. 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$482,500
- Number of grants4
- Typical grant$77,500
- Largest grant$325,000
- Assets$112,494
- New grantees75%
Giving in 2024 was up from $477,000 the year before.
75% 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 | $477,000 | 3 | $502,663 |
| 2024 | $482,500 | 4 | $112,494 |
How to apply
The Luke and Meadow France 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.
Foundation website IRS filings on ProPublica
What The Luke and Meadow France Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to Connecticut.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Connecticut | 1 | $325,000 |
| New York | 3 | $157,500 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Greenwich Country Day School | Enable children to discover and to develop what is finest in themselves - to achieve the highest standards in their studies, in their play, and in their character. | $325,000 |
| Gabrielles Angel Foundation | Encourage the development of more effective therapies for patients with leukemia, lymphoma and related cancers | $100,000 |
| The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society | Cure blood cancer and improve the quality of life of all patients and their families. | $55,000 |
| Global Athlete Project | To bring sport into the twenty-first century by mobilizing athletes, following the unprecedented uprising in which athletes have called for enhanced rights and major changes to the way sport is run. | $2,500 |
Officers and trustees
- Amy P France
- Brian Z France
Questions people ask
Does The Luke and Meadow France Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Luke and Meadow France Foundation give?
$482,500 in tax year 2024, across 4 grants, with a typical grant of $77,500.
Who runs The Luke and Meadow France Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Amy P France (Trustee) and Brian Z France (Trustee).
What does The Luke and Meadow France Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly health.