Life Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Life Foundation is a private foundation in Iowa Falls, Iowa. In tax year 2025 it gave $43,600 in 12 grants; the typical grant was $2,125 and the largest $22,000. 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$43,600
- Number of grants12
- Typical grant$2,125
- Largest grant$22,000
- Assets$85,713
- New grantees83%
Giving in 2025 was down from $49,275 the year before.
83% of its 2025 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 | $42,640 | 12 | $59,380 |
| 2024 | $49,275 | 10 | $69,379 |
| 2025 | $43,600 | 12 | $85,713 |
How to apply
Life 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 Life Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 8 states, the most to Minnesota.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Minnesota | 1 | $22,000 |
| Iowa | 5 | $12,350 |
| Colorado | 1 | $4,000 |
| Michigan | 1 | $2,500 |
| South Dakota | 1 | $2,500 |
| Delaware | 1 | $200 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $25 |
| Pennsylvania | 1 | $25 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Etch for Africa | 2025 general support | $22,000 |
| Corner Christian Church | 2025 special needs funding | $7,000 |
| Summit Ministries | 2025 general support | $4,000 |
| Ovate Concern | 2025 general support | $2,500 |
| Our Daily Bread | 2025 general support | $2,500 |
| Hope Ministries | 2025 general support | $2,500 |
| Lighthouse Center of Hope | 2025 general support | $1,750 |
| Greenbelt Area Christian Concerts | 2025 concert general support | $1,000 |
| St Patrick's Center | 2025 general support | $200 |
| Barlow Memorial Library | 2025 general support | $100 |
| Leukemia & Lymphona Society | 2025 general support | $25 |
| American Lung Assoc | 2025 general support | $25 |
Officers and trustees
- Joseph Longobardi
- Ann C Longobardi
- Peter Longobardi
- Joseph M Longobardi
Questions people ask
Does Life Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Life Foundation give?
$43,600 in tax year 2025, across 12 grants, with a typical grant of $2,125.
Who runs Life Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Joseph Longobardi (Pres/Dir), Ann C Longobardi (Vp/Dir), Peter Longobardi (Director) and Joseph M Longobardi (Director).
What does Life Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities.