The Lanter Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Lanter Family Foundation is a private foundation in Chicago, Illinois. In tax year 2024 it gave $1.0 million in 45 grants; the typical grant was $20,000 and the largest $75,000. 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$1.0 million
- Number of grants45
- Typical grant$20,000
- Largest grant$75,000
- Assets$18.7 million
- New grantees53%
Giving in 2024 was up from $819,272 the year before.
53% 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 | $819,272 | 29 | $17.6 million |
| 2024 | $1.0 million | 45 | $18.7 million |
How to apply
The Lanter 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 The Lanter Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 7 states, the most to Missouri.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Missouri | 14 | $390,000 |
| Arizona | 14 | $281,675 |
| Illinois | 13 | $280,000 |
| Colorado | 1 | $25,000 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $20,000 |
| New York | 1 | $10,000 |
| Virginia | 1 | $10,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Ronald McDonald House Charities Inc | General purposes | $75,000 |
| Fellowship of Christian Athletes | General purposes | $65,000 |
| Thrive Az | General purposes | $60,000 |
| A Million Stars Inc - College Bound | General purposes | $50,000 |
| Amare NFP - Recovery Support Services | General purposes | $50,000 |
| Southwestern Illinois Jets Basketball Club (Swil) | General purposes | $40,000 |
| Mitchell Swaback Charities - Harvest Compassion Center | General purposes | $35,000 |
| Intentional Sports | General purposes | $31,500 |
| Box United - Fight Like A Girl | General purposes | $30,000 |
| Boys & Girls Clubs of the Valley | General purposes | $30,000 |
| Future for Kids | General purposes | $30,000 |
| Elevate St Louis | General purposes | $25,000 |
| Invest for Kids | General purposes | $25,000 |
| Lydia's House Inc | General purposes | $25,000 |
| New City Fellowship | General purposes | $25,000 |
| Our Little Haven | General purposes | $25,000 |
| USA Cycling Foundation | General purposes | $25,000 |
| University of Arizona Foundation | General purposes | $21,675 |
| A Seat at the Table | General purposes | $20,000 |
| All Hands & Hearts | General purposes | $20,000 |
| Beat the Streets Chicago | General purposes | $20,000 |
| Crossroads Counseling Centers | General purposes | $20,000 |
| Elevate Phoenix | General purposes | $20,000 |
| OPPORTUNITY4KIDS | General purposes | $20,000 |
| The Base Chicago (The Baseball Inc) | General purposes | $20,000 |
| The Bloc | General purposes | $20,000 |
| Kids in the Middle | General purposes | $15,000 |
| Stray Rescue of St Louis | General purposes | $15,000 |
| A New Leaf | General purposes | $10,000 |
| All Among US LLC | General purposes | $10,000 |
| Boys & Girls Clubs of St Charles County | General purposes | $10,000 |
| Capital C Foundation | General purposes | $10,000 |
| Childhelp USA Inc | General purposes | $10,000 |
| Chileno Bay Foundation Inc Co Discovery Land Company | General purposes | $10,000 |
| Crohn's & Colitis Foundation - Illinois Carol Fisher Chapter | General purposes | $10,000 |
| Equipping the Called - Foster Closet | General purposes | $10,000 |
| Friends of Kids With Cancer | General purposes | $10,000 |
| Helping Hands for Single Moms | General purposes | $10,000 |
| Hope Women's Center | General purposes | $10,000 |
| Not My Kid | General purposes | $10,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Steven W Lanter
- Chris Baer
- Lawrence L Lubin
- Emily Lanter
Questions people ask
Does The Lanter Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Lanter Family Foundation give?
$1.0 million in tax year 2024, across 45 grants, with a typical grant of $20,000.
Who runs The Lanter Family Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Steven W Lanter (President & Director), Chris Baer (Sec, Treas, & Director), Lawrence L Lubin (VP & Director) and Emily Lanter (Director).
What does The Lanter Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly youth programs, education and faith communities.