John & Elizabeth Lane Foundation
Preselected recipients only
John & Elizabeth Lane Foundation is a private foundation in Bethseda, Maryland. In tax year 2025 it gave $152,500 in 42 grants; the typical grant was $2,000 and the largest $28,000. 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$152,500
- Number of grants42
- Typical grant$2,000
- Largest grant$28,000
- Assets$2.7 million
- New grantees12%
Giving in 2025 was up from $150,500 the year before.
12% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, so most of its money goes to organizations it already funds.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $129,000 | 37 | $2.6 million |
| 2024 | $150,500 | 41 | $2.6 million |
| 2025 | $152,500 | 42 | $2.7 million |
How to apply
John & Elizabeth Lane 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 John & Elizabeth Lane Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 13 states, the most to District of Columbia.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| District of Columbia | 15 | $91,500 |
| Maryland | 8 | $24,000 |
| Pennsylvania | 1 | $8,500 |
| Florida | 5 | $7,500 |
| Virginia | 5 | $7,000 |
| Alabama | 1 | $3,000 |
| California | 1 | $3,000 |
| Illinois | 1 | $3,000 |
| New York | 1 | $1,500 |
| Kansas | 1 | $1,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Catholic Charities | Charitable | $28,000 |
| Washington Jesuit Academy | Charitable | $12,000 |
| Villanova University | Charitable | $8,500 |
| Cardinals Appeal | Charitable | $8,000 |
| Little Sisters of the Poor | Charitable | $7,000 |
| St Bartholomew Church | Charitable | $7,000 |
| Central Union Mission | Charitable | $6,000 |
| Some | Charitable | $6,000 |
| St John's College Hs | Charitable | $5,000 |
| DC Central Kitchen | Charitable | $4,000 |
| Sibley Memorial Hospital Foundation | Charitable | $4,000 |
| Chesapeake Bay Foundation | Charitable | $3,000 |
| Church of Little Flower | Charitable | $3,000 |
| Feeding America | Charitable | $3,000 |
| Spring Hill College | Charitable | $3,000 |
| St Mary's Church | Charitable | $3,000 |
| The Mastery Foundation | Charitable | $3,000 |
| Little Flower School | Charitable | $2,500 |
| St Lukes Institute | Charitable | $2,500 |
| Advent Health New Smyrna Beach Foundation | Charitable | $2,000 |
| Don Bosco Cisto Rey Hs | Charitable | $2,000 |
| Leukemia & Lymphoma Society | Charitable | $2,000 |
| Our Military Kids | Charitable | $2,000 |
| Poor Roberts Mission | Charitable | $2,000 |
| San Miguel School | Charitable | $2,000 |
| Sisters of Immaculate Heart of Mary | Charitable | $2,000 |
| Smyrna Cares | Charitable | $2,000 |
| The Club Foundation | Charitable | $2,000 |
| Tim Tebow Foundaton | Charitable | $2,000 |
| World Central Kitchen | Charitable | $2,000 |
| Catholic University School of Law | Charitable | $1,500 |
| Tunnel to Towers Foundation | Charitable | $1,500 |
| Virginia State Golf Assn | Charitable | $1,500 |
| Celebrate Great Falls | Charitable | $1,000 |
| Georgetown University | Charitable | $1,000 |
| John's Island Community Service Leage | Charitable | $1,000 |
| Pga Foundation | Charitable | $1,000 |
| Seven-One-One | Charitable | $1,000 |
| St Jude Chidrens Research Hospital | Charitable | $1,000 |
| Crosspointe Church of Jupiter | Charitable | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- John Lane
- Robert E Lane
- Margaret L Rauth
- Elizabeth L Brown
- Paul G Lane
Questions people ask
Does John & Elizabeth Lane Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does John & Elizabeth Lane Foundation give?
$152,500 in tax year 2025, across 42 grants, with a typical grant of $2,000.
Who runs John & Elizabeth Lane Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists John Lane (President), Robert E Lane (Treasurer), Margaret L Rauth (Secretary) and Elizabeth L Brown (Director) among 5 officers and trustees.
What does John & Elizabeth Lane Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, education and health.