The Lans Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Lans Foundation is a private foundation in Roscoe, Illinois. In tax year 2025 it gave $431,525 in 11 grants; the typical grant was $15,000 and the largest $250,000. 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$431,525
- Number of grants11
- Typical grant$15,000
- Largest grant$250,000
- Assets$11.3 million
- New grantees27%
Giving in 2025 was up from $342,500 the year before.
27% 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 | $325,000 | 9 | $8.0 million |
| 2024 | $342,500 | 11 | $9.6 million |
| 2025 | $431,525 | 11 | $11.3 million |
How to apply
The Lans 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.
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to Wisconsin.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Wisconsin | 7 | $356,300 |
| Ohio | 1 | $55,500 |
| Illinois | 3 | $19,725 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Beloit Library Foundation | General charitable | $250,000 |
| Stateline Community Foundation | General charitable | $56,300 |
| Fidelty Charitable | General charitable | $55,500 |
| Caritas Foundation | General charitable | $20,000 |
| Beloit Meals on Wheels | General charitable | $15,000 |
| Old Stone Church | General charitable | $15,000 |
| Beloit Historical Society | General charitable | $5,000 |
| Beloit Regional Hospice | General charitable | $5,000 |
| Rock Trail Coalition | General charitable | $5,000 |
| Vets Roll | General charitable | $2,725 |
| Goldie B Floberg Center | General charitable | $2,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Elaine A Lans
- Scott J Lans
- Bruce D Lans
- Joel I Lans
Questions people ask
Does The Lans Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Lans Foundation give?
$431,525 in tax year 2025, across 11 grants, with a typical grant of $15,000.
Who runs The Lans Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Elaine A Lans (Trustee), Scott J Lans (Trustee), Bruce D Lans (Trustee) and Joel I Lans (Trustee).