Love Like Lija Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Love Like Lija Foundation is a private foundation in Wheaton, Illinois. In tax year 2024 it gave $5,412 in 6 grants; the typical grant was $1,000 and the largest $1,000. 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$5,412
- Number of grants6
- Typical grant$1,000
- Largest grant$1,000
- Assets$0
- New grantees100%
Giving in 2024 was down from $16,565 the year before.
100% 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 | $16,565 | 19 | $6,330 |
| 2024 | $5,412 | 6 | $0 |
How to apply
Love Like Lija 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.
Foundation website IRS filings on ProPublica
What Love Like Lija Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to Illinois.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Illinois | 3 | $3,000 |
| South Carolina | 1 | $1,000 |
| Arizona | 1 | $500 |
| Iowa | 1 | $500 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Individual | Days for Girls Kits - Nigeria | $1,000 |
| Redeemer Life Church | Welcome to America pack | $1,000 |
| Normal West Soccer | Mission trip to Jamaica | $1,000 |
| Lakeshore Christian Fellowship | Mission trip to Bolivia | $1,000 |
| Individual | Visiting kids in hospitals project | $500 |
| St Paul the Apostle Church | Homeless care bags | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- Philip Hyssong
- Angela Hyssong
- Tiffany Olson
Questions people ask
Does Love Like Lija Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Love Like Lija Foundation give?
$5,412 in tax year 2024, across 6 grants, with a typical grant of $1,000.
Who runs Love Like Lija Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Philip Hyssong (Founder / Chair), Angela Hyssong (Vice Chair / Secretary) and Tiffany Olson (Foundation Administrator).
What does Love Like Lija Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities and youth programs.