The Lassen Family Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
The Lassen Family Foundation Inc is a private foundation in Palm Beach, Florida. In tax year 2025 it gave $101,133 in 10 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 and the largest $33,133. 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$101,133
- Number of grants10
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$33,133
- Assets$2.3 million
- New grantees20%
Giving in 2025 was up from $97,900 the year before.
20% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a mix of repeat and new grantees.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $98,000 | 11 | $2.1 million |
| 2024 | $97,900 | 11 | $2.2 million |
| 2025 | $101,133 | 10 | $2.3 million |
How to apply
The Lassen Family 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 The Lassen Family Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to Florida.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Florida | 7 | $61,500 |
| Louisiana | 3 | $39,633 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Jewish Community Day School | Educational | $33,133 |
| Palm Beach Day Academy | Charitable | $25,000 |
| Rollins College | Educational | $12,000 |
| Mystic Force Foundation | Charitable | $10,000 |
| Southern Sailing Foundation | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Promise Fund of Florida | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Dreyfoos School of Arts | Educational | $5,000 |
| Jewish Federation of Palm Beach | Charitable | $3,500 |
| Tulane University | Educational | $1,500 |
| Cardinal Newman High | Educational | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Sidney W Lassen
- Jill L Botnick
- Matthew Q Davis
- Christopher J Davis
Questions people ask
Does The Lassen Family Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Lassen Family Foundation Inc give?
$101,133 in tax year 2025, across 10 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs The Lassen Family Foundation Inc?
Its 2025 filing lists Sidney W Lassen (Director), Jill L Botnick (Director), Matthew Q Davis (Director) and Christopher J Davis (Director).
What does The Lassen Family Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education and faith communities.