The Lucky One Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Lucky One Foundation is a private foundation in Garden City, New York. In tax year 2025 it gave $752,500 in 47 grants; the typical grant was $10,000 and the largest $100,000. 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$752,500
- Number of grants47
- Typical grant$10,000
- Largest grant$100,000
- Assets$7.7 million
- New grantees66%
Giving in 2025 was up from $665,000 the year before.
66% 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 | $490,000 | 27 | $7.2 million |
| 2024 | $665,000 | 32 | $7.5 million |
| 2025 | $752,500 | 47 | $7.7 million |
How to apply
The Lucky One 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 Lucky One Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 5 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 39 | $657,500 |
| New York | 5 | $45,000 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $35,000 |
| Minnesota | 1 | $10,000 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $5,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Ganna Walska Lotus Land | Operational | $100,000 |
| The Riviera Ridge School | Operational | $90,000 |
| Moxi the Wolf Museum | Operational | $70,000 |
| Music Academy of the West | Operational | $55,000 |
| Reboot Inc | Operational | $35,000 |
| Bellosguardo Foundation Inc | Operational | $32,500 |
| The Redford Center Inc | Operational | $25,000 |
| Uc Regents Arts and Lectures | Operational | $25,000 |
| United Way of Santa Barbara | Operational | $25,000 |
| Limitless Horizons Ixil | Operational | $20,000 |
| Episcopal Relief and Development | Operational | $15,000 |
| Ganna Wlaska Lotusland | Operational | $15,000 |
| Social and Environmental Entreprueneurs - Birthfund | Operational | $15,000 |
| All Saints by the Sea Episcopal Church | Operational | $10,000 |
| Apples to Zucchini Cooking School | Operational | $10,000 |
| Dance Downtown la Inc | Operational | $10,000 |
| Explore Ecology | Operational | $10,000 |
| Film Forum Inc | Operational | $10,000 |
| Film Independent | Operational | $10,000 |
| Human Rights Watch | Operational | $10,000 |
| Life Chronicles | Operational | $10,000 |
| Shelterbox USA | Operational | $10,000 |
| St Olaf College | Operational | $10,000 |
| The Transition House | Operational | $10,000 |
| Tribal Trust Foundation | Operational | $10,000 |
| Santa Barbara Foundation | Operational | $7,500 |
| Aha | Operational | $5,000 |
| Angels Foster Care | Operational | $5,000 |
| Calm | Operational | $5,000 |
| Emergency Network Los Angeles Inc | Operational | $5,000 |
| Freedom 4 Youth | Operational | $5,000 |
| Jewish Federation of Greater Santa Barbara | Operational | $5,000 |
| One Thread Collective | Operational | $5,000 |
| Protect What We Love | Operational | $5,000 |
| Puppies Behind Bars | Operational | $5,000 |
| Santa Barbara Humane Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals | Operational | $5,000 |
| Santa Barbara South Coast Firefighters Foundation | Operational | $5,000 |
| Santa Ynez Valley Fruit and Vegetable Rescue | Operational | $5,000 |
| State Street Ballet | Operational | $5,000 |
| Storyteller Children's Center | Operational | $5,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Lillian Sara Hahn
- Kenneth N Musen
- Michael Ward Stout
Questions people ask
Does The Lucky One Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Lucky One Foundation give?
$752,500 in tax year 2025, across 47 grants, with a typical grant of $10,000.
Who runs The Lucky One Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Lillian Sara Hahn (Trustee), Kenneth N Musen (Trustee) and Michael Ward Stout (Trustee).
What does The Lucky One Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly arts and culture, education and human services.