Dr Lana Joseph-Ford Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Dr Lana Joseph-Ford Foundation is a private foundation in Wilmington, Delaware. In tax year 2025 it gave $15,000 in 2 grants; the typical grant was $7,500 and the largest $10,000. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$15,000
- Number of grants2
- Typical grant$7,500
- Largest grant$10,000
- Assets$773,424
- New grantees100%
Giving in 2025 was up from $5,000 the year before.
100% of its 2025 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 | $0 | 0 | $579,721 |
| 2024 | $5,000 | 2 | $738,440 |
| 2025 | $15,000 | 2 | $773,424 |
How to apply
Dr Lana Joseph-Ford 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 Dr Lana Joseph-Ford Foundation funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in Louisiana.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Louisiana | 2 | $15,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Xavier University of Louisiana | Department of Speech Pathology and Audiology to fund student scholarships & to be used to promote the Department of Speech Pathology and Audiology and/or celebrate the achievements of students in the department (e.g., student recognition events, awards, departmental programming, or other activities that highlight student success) | $10,000 |
| American Cancer Society Inc | Charitable Event | $5,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Lana M Joseph-Ford
Questions people ask
Does Dr Lana Joseph-Ford Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Dr Lana Joseph-Ford Foundation give?
$15,000 in tax year 2025, across 2 grants, with a typical grant of $7,500.
Who runs Dr Lana Joseph-Ford Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Lana M Joseph-Ford (Dir, Pres, Sec, Treas).
What does Dr Lana Joseph-Ford Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education and health.