Laser Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Laser Family Foundation is a private foundation in Evanston, Illinois. In tax year 2025 it gave $81,800 in 5 grants; the typical grant was $10,000 and the largest $36,000. 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$81,800
- Number of grants5
- Typical grant$10,000
- Largest grant$36,000
- Assets$200
- New grantees0%
Giving in 2025 was down from $104,800 the year before.
0% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, so most of its money goes to organizations it already funds.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $104,800 | 7 | $41,043 |
| 2024 | $104,800 | 7 | $7,213 |
| 2025 | $81,800 | 5 | $200 |
How to apply
Laser Family 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 Laser Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to Illinois.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Illinois | 4 | $74,600 |
| New York | 1 | $7,200 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Jewish United Fund | General operating purposes | $36,000 |
| Erikson Institute | General operating purposes | $25,000 |
| Anshe Emet Synagogue | General operating purposes | $10,000 |
| Friends of Israeli Defense Forces | General operating purposes | $7,200 |
| Chicago Cares | General operating purposes | $3,600 |
Officers and trustees
- Lori Laser
- Ross S Laser
- Michael Laser
- Jacob Laser
- David Laser
- Natalie Laser
Questions people ask
Does Laser Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Laser Family Foundation give?
$81,800 in tax year 2025, across 5 grants, with a typical grant of $10,000.
Who runs Laser Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Lori Laser (President), Ross S Laser (Vice Pres./Secretary/Treasurer), Michael Laser (Director) and Jacob Laser (Director) among 6 officers and trustees.
What does Laser Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities.