The David and Carol Lackland Family Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
The David and Carol Lackland Family Foundation Inc is a private foundation in Watchung, New Jersey. In tax year 2025 it gave $950,000 in 17 grants; the typical grant was $30,000 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$950,000
- Number of grants17
- Typical grant$30,000
- Largest grant$250,000
- Assets$17.1 million
- New grantees12%
Giving in 2025 was down from $1.1 million 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 | $810,000 | 15 | $13.2 million |
| 2024 | $1.1 million | 16 | $14.7 million |
| 2025 | $950,000 | 17 | $17.1 million |
How to apply
The David and Carol Lackland Family Foundation Inc 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 David and Carol Lackland Family Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 7 states, the most to New Jersey.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New Jersey | 8 | $475,000 |
| Florida | 3 | $290,000 |
| California | 2 | $80,000 |
| Maryland | 1 | $50,000 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $20,000 |
| U.S. Virgin Islands | 1 | $20,000 |
| Tennessee | 1 | $15,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Reef Renewal USA Inc | Coral reef restoration | $250,000 |
| Gift of Life Fdn District 7490 | Cardiac medical care for children | $150,000 |
| Project Use | Experiential education | $125,000 |
| Binnacle House | Youth services | $50,000 |
| Great Swamp Water Shed Assoc | Protecting water resources | $50,000 |
| Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Ctr | Cancer treatment and research | $50,000 |
| Pancreatic Cancer Action Network | Cancer research | $50,000 |
| Ridgewood Rotary Foundation | Community service support | $35,000 |
| Tota Turn on to America | Charitable food bank | $30,000 |
| Conserve Wildlife Foundation of NJ | Wildlife conservation | $25,000 |
| Nourish NJ | Provide access to healthy food and address root causes of hunger | $25,000 |
| Cure Alzheimers Fund | Alzheimers research | $20,000 |
| Saving the Blue Inc | Recover & restore marine life | $20,000 |
| Treasure Village Montessori | Early childhood education | $20,000 |
| Coral Bay Community Council | Land and water use planning | $20,000 |
| Boy Scouts Northern NJ Council | Community service for youth | $15,000 |
| St Jude Childrens Research Hospital | Research & treat pediatric disease | $15,000 |
Officers and trustees
- David J Lackland
- David K Whitlock
- Dale Lochet
- William F Rainaldi
Questions people ask
Does The David and Carol Lackland Family Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The David and Carol Lackland Family Foundation Inc give?
$950,000 in tax year 2025, across 17 grants, with a typical grant of $30,000.
Who runs The David and Carol Lackland Family Foundation Inc?
Its 2025 filing lists David J Lackland (Trustee/Pres), David K Whitlock (Trustee/Sec), Dale Lochet (Trustee/Treasurer) and William F Rainaldi (Trustee/Fin Officer).
What does The David and Carol Lackland Family Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly health, youth programs and education.