Lostn Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Lostn Foundation is a private foundation in Chicago, Illinois. In tax year 2025 it gave $69,500 in 9 grants; the typical grant was $10,000 and the largest $15,000. 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$69,500
- Number of grants9
- Typical grant$10,000
- Largest grant$15,000
- Assets$1.6 million
- New grantees11%
Giving in 2025 was up from $59,500 the year before.
11% 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 | $54,000 | 9 | $1.4 million |
| 2024 | $59,500 | 8 | $1.5 million |
| 2025 | $69,500 | 9 | $1.6 million |
How to apply
Lostn 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 Lostn Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 5 states, the most to Michigan.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Michigan | 3 | $25,000 |
| Illinois | 3 | $21,500 |
| Maryland | 1 | $10,000 |
| Pennsylvania | 1 | $10,000 |
| New York | 1 | $3,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Frederik Meijer Gardens & Sculpture Park | Unrestricted grant to general fund | $15,000 |
| Doctors Without Borders USA | Unrestricted grant to general fund | $10,000 |
| New Israel Fund | Unrestricted grant to general fund | $10,000 |
| Roots & Culture Contemporary Art Center | Unrestricted grant to general fund | $10,000 |
| School of the Art Institute of Chicago | Unrestricted grant to general fund | $10,000 |
| Grand Valley State University | Unrestricted grant to general fund | $5,000 |
| Planned Parenthood of Michigan | Unrestricted grant to general fund for use in west michigan | $5,000 |
| American Jewish World Service | Unrestricted grant to general fund | $3,000 |
| Meals on Wheels Chicago | Unrestricted grant to general fund | $1,500 |
Officers and trustees
- William R Padnos
- Shelley E Padnos
- Cynthia Padnos
Questions people ask
Does Lostn Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Lostn Foundation give?
$69,500 in tax year 2025, across 9 grants, with a typical grant of $10,000.
Who runs Lostn Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists William R Padnos (President), Shelley E Padnos (Director) and Cynthia Padnos (Director).
What does Lostn Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly arts and culture and education.