The Samaritan Project Inc
Preselected recipients only
The Samaritan Project Inc is a private foundation in New York, New York. In tax year 2024 it gave $850,000 in 24 grants; the typical grant was $25,000 and the largest $75,000. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$850,000
- Number of grants24
- Typical grant$25,000
- Largest grant$75,000
- Assets$20.8 million
- New grantees50%
Giving in 2024 was down from $895,000 the year before.
50% of its 2024 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 | $895,000 | 26 | $20.4 million |
| 2024 | $850,000 | 24 | $20.8 million |
How to apply
The Samaritan Project 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 Samaritan Project Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 13 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 11 | $425,000 |
| Illinois | 1 | $70,000 |
| Washington | 1 | $65,000 |
| Tennessee | 2 | $50,000 |
| New Jersey | 1 | $45,000 |
| Oklahoma | 1 | $40,000 |
| Colorado | 1 | $25,000 |
| Missouri | 1 | $25,000 |
| New Mexico | 1 | $25,000 |
| New York | 1 | $25,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Foundation for His Ministry | General operations | $75,000 |
| First Love International | General operations | $70,000 |
| Turlock Pregnancy Center | General operations | $70,000 |
| Camano Chapel (Pine Ridge) | General operations | $65,000 |
| Cambodia Impact | General operations | $50,000 |
| Westside Ministries | General operations | $50,000 |
| Urban Lifesource Connection | General operations | $45,000 |
| Barnabas Leadership | General operations | $40,000 |
| Coalition to Abolish Slavery and Trafficking | General operations | $30,000 |
| Xhope | General operations | $30,000 |
| American Leprosy | General operations | $25,000 |
| Equality Now | General operations | $25,000 |
| Faith Comes by Hearing | General operations | $25,000 |
| Katinas Mission | General operations | $25,000 |
| Modesto Gospel Mission | General operations | $25,000 |
| Near Frontiers | General operations | $25,000 |
| Prodigal Sons and Daughters | General operations | $25,000 |
| Saint Johns Church | General operations | $25,000 |
| Speaking Louder | General operations | $25,000 |
| Teen Challenge | General operations | $25,000 |
| Turlock Gospel Mission | General operations | $25,000 |
| Joni and Friends | General operations | $20,000 |
| World Mission | General operations | $20,000 |
| Tomorrows Club | General operations | $10,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Jeffrey Lascano
- Pauline Lascano
- Christopher Lascano
- Julie Lascano
- Daniel Lascano
Questions people ask
Does The Samaritan Project Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Samaritan Project Inc give?
$850,000 in tax year 2024, across 24 grants, with a typical grant of $25,000.
Who runs The Samaritan Project Inc?
Its 2024 filing lists Jeffrey Lascano (Board Member (Thru 04/14/24)), Pauline Lascano (President and Treasurer), Christopher Lascano (Board Member) and Julie Lascano (Board Member (Eff. 06/10/24)) among 5 officers and trustees.
What does The Samaritan Project Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities.