The Langland Family Be A Light Foundation
Accepts applications
The Langland Family Be A Light Foundation is a private foundation in Iowa City, Iowa. In tax year 2025 it gave $29,710 in 11 grants; the typical grant was $1,000 and the largest $10,000. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$29,710
- Number of grants11
- Typical grant$1,000
- Largest grant$10,000
- Assets$654,057
- New grantees22%
Giving in 2025 was up from $21,060 the year before.
22% 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 | $16,480 | 9 | $429,827 |
| 2024 | $21,060 | 11 | $566,976 |
| 2025 | $29,710 | 11 | $654,057 |
How to apply
| Contact | Troy Bergman Liberty High School 1400 S Dubuque St, North Liberty, IA 52317 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (319) 688-1350 |
| What to submit | Complete the Be A Light Scholarship Application |
| Deadlines | April 14th |
| Restrictions | Must be a senior at Liberty High School in ICCSD |
Foundation website IRS filings on ProPublica
What The Langland Family Be A Light Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to Iowa.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Iowa | 10 | $28,960 |
| New York | 1 | $750 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| North Liberty Community Pantry | New building capital campaign | $10,000 |
| Liberty High School | Be A Light Scholarships | $8,000 |
| Liberty High School | Dance Team General Operating Fund | $4,000 |
| Community Foundation of Johnson County | North Liberty Centennial Next Stage Fund | $2,500 |
| Iowa City School District Foundation | Liberty Fund | $1,010 |
| Summer of the Arts | General operating fund | $1,000 |
| Iowa State Dance Drill Team Association | Brooke Langland Memorial Scholarship | $1,000 |
| Glioblastoma Research Organization | Glioblastoma Research | $750 |
| Riverside Theatre | General Operating Fund | $500 |
| Liberty High School | Difference Makers Fund | $500 |
| Hospice of Johnson County | Holiday Lights Fundraiser for the General Operating Fund | $450 |
Officers and trustees
- John C Langland
- Traci K Langland
- Brittani K Langland
- Christopher J Langland
Questions people ask
Does The Langland Family Be A Light Foundation accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications, with this on deadlines: April 14th.
How much does The Langland Family Be A Light Foundation give?
$29,710 in tax year 2025, across 11 grants, with a typical grant of $1,000.
Who runs The Langland Family Be A Light Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists John C Langland (President), Traci K Langland (Secretary), Brittani K Langland (Treasurer) and Christopher J Langland (Director).
What does The Langland Family Be A Light Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education and arts and culture.