The John E and Margaret L Lane Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The John E and Margaret L Lane Foundation is a private foundation in Colorado Springs, Colorado. In tax year 2024 it gave $2.5 million in 26 grants; the typical grant was $32,500 and the largest $500,000. 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$2.5 million
- Number of grants26
- Typical grant$32,500
- Largest grant$500,000
- Assets$56.2 million
- New grantees50%
Giving in 2024 was up from $1.8 million 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 | $1.8 million | 21 | $58.1 million |
| 2024 | $2.5 million | 26 | $56.2 million |
How to apply
The John E and Margaret L Lane 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 John E and Margaret L Lane Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to Colorado.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Colorado | 22 | $2.3 million |
| Arizona | 2 | $225,000 |
| Georgia | 1 | $10,000 |
| Illinois | 1 | $10,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Colorado Springs Therapeutic Riding Center | General Fund | $500,000 |
| Children's Hospital Colorado Foundation | General Fund | $500,000 |
| Young Life | Donation | $275,000 |
| Parents Challenge | General Fund | $235,000 |
| Peak Education | General Fund | $200,000 |
| Translational Genomics Research Institute Found | Pancreatic Cancer research | $200,000 |
| Careers in Construction Colorado | Donation | $100,000 |
| Colorado Springs Pioneer Museum | General Fund | $100,000 |
| COSILoveYou | General Fund | $75,000 |
| Fca Boxing | Donation | $75,000 |
| Junior Achievement of Southern Colorado | Donation | $50,000 |
| US Olympic & Paralympic Museum | Donation | $50,000 |
| University of Colorado Colorado Springs | Sculpture Grant | $40,000 |
| Read Better Be Better | General Fund | $25,000 |
| Saint Joseph Catholic Church | General Fund | $25,000 |
| Heart J-Center of Sylvan Dale Ranch | Donation | $25,000 |
| The Resource Exchange | General Fund | $12,500 |
| Empty Stocking Fund | Donation | $10,000 |
| Care and Share Food Bank for Southern Colorado | General Fund | $10,000 |
| Western Golf Association | Donation | $10,000 |
| Hillside Connection | General Fund | $9,250 |
| Richard's Rubbish Roundup | Donation | $8,500 |
| Colorado Springs Philharmonic | General fund | $5,600 |
| Pikes Peak Community Foundation | Couples Who Care Event | $5,000 |
| CASA of the Pikes Peak Region | General Fund | $2,500 |
| Downtown Ventures | Arts on the Street Project | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Anita K Lane
- Philip R Lane
- David J Lane
- Eric Ryan
- Laura Blackburn
- Jennifer George
Questions people ask
Does The John E and Margaret L Lane Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The John E and Margaret L Lane Foundation give?
$2.5 million in tax year 2024, across 26 grants, with a typical grant of $32,500.
Who runs The John E and Margaret L Lane Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Anita K Lane (Director), Philip R Lane (Chairman and Secretary), David J Lane (Director) and Eric Ryan (Director and Treasurer) among 6 officers and trustees.
What does The John E and Margaret L Lane Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly health, education and arts and culture.