Lukaj Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
Lukaj Foundation Inc is a private foundation in Stamford, Connecticut. In tax year 2024 it gave $440,235 in 28 grants; the typical grant was $6,000 and the largest $110,860. 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$440,235
- Number of grants28
- Typical grant$6,000
- Largest grant$110,860
- Assets$7.8 million
- New grantees52%
Giving in 2024 was up from $400,000 the year before.
52% 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 | $400,000 | 36 | $6.0 million |
| 2024 | $440,235 | 28 | $7.8 million |
How to apply
Lukaj Foundation Inc 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 Lukaj Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 9 states, the most to Connecticut.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Connecticut | 14 | $330,985 |
| New York | 7 | $71,250 |
| Alabama | 1 | $6,000 |
| Kansas | 1 | $6,000 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $6,000 |
| Maryland | 1 | $6,000 |
| Texas | 1 | $6,000 |
| New Hampshire | 1 | $5,000 |
| Hawaii | 1 | $3,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Rit-Kosova Auk | Support scholarsip programs | $110,860 |
| Alzheimers Disease | Provide research to privide for cure | $84,000 |
| Albianian American Humanitarian Fun | Matching scolarship funds | $45,000 |
| Mill River Park | Supporting world class parks | $33,500 |
| Gjergi Kastriotti Scholatship Fund | Support educational programs | $32,500 |
| YMCA of Greenwich | Provide program services | $24,000 |
| Greenwich United Way | Provide program services | $6,125 |
| A Better Chance | Enabling underprivileged children | $6,000 |
| Abilis Inc | Program svc for adults & children | $6,000 |
| Boys and Girls Club of Greenwich | Provide scholarships of students | $6,000 |
| Catie's Closet | Support programs to donate clothing | $6,000 |
| Gig's Playhouse | Scholarships for theatre students | $6,000 |
| Harlem Lacrosse | Supports education trainning | $6,000 |
| Partners for Childrens | Supports children & families | $6,000 |
| Stamford Police Foundation | Support programs for drug abuses | $6,000 |
| The Crohns & Colitis Foundation | Research for diseases | $6,000 |
| The Human Society | Helping animals in hurricane times | $6,000 |
| Wounded Warriors Project | Provide scholoarships for wounded ve | $6,000 |
| Young Life-Highland Park Capernum | Support programs for adults and chil | $6,000 |
| Albian American Nation | Donations to mosqe | $5,000 |
| Brazil Foundation | Supports educational programs | $5,000 |
| Hitchcock Foundation | Supporting research & educational pr | $5,000 |
| YMCA of Greenwich | Program services | $5,000 |
| Boys & Girls Club of Redding | Supports programs for students | $3,000 |
| Breakthrough T Id | Supports programs for diabetes | $3,000 |
| Hawai Community Foudation | Support comminity programs | $3,000 |
| Scounting America | Provide scholarships for education | $3,000 |
| St Nicholas Albania Orthodox Church | Provide scholarships for religious s | $250 |
Officers and trustees
- Richard S Lukaj
- Viosa Lukaj
- Zana L Lukaj
- Layla Lukaj
- Michael Lukaj
- Ermie Salaj
Questions people ask
Does Lukaj Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Lukaj Foundation Inc give?
$440,235 in tax year 2024, across 28 grants, with a typical grant of $6,000.
Who runs Lukaj Foundation Inc?
Its 2024 filing lists Richard S Lukaj (Foundation M), Viosa Lukaj (Vice Preside), Zana L Lukaj (Director) and Layla Lukaj (Director) among 6 officers and trustees.
What does Lukaj Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, science and research and health.