Live Love Serve Foundation
Accepts applications
Live Love Serve Foundation is a private foundation in Charlotte, North Carolina. In tax year 2025 it gave $429,800 in 20 grants; the typical grant was $19,000 and the largest $100,000. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$429,800
- Number of grants20
- Typical grant$19,000
- Largest grant$100,000
- Assets$261,737
- New grantees31%
Giving in 2025 was down from $626,723 the year before.
31% 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 | $400,391 | 42 | $607,330 |
| 2024 | $626,723 | 39 | $636,664 |
| 2025 | $429,800 | 20 | $261,737 |
How to apply
| Contact | David Longo 4110 Old Pineville Road, Charlotte, NC 28217 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (704) 705-3736 |
| What to submit | Application may be accessed at llsfoundation.com |
| Restrictions | See website for details |
Foundation website IRS filings on ProPublica
What Live Love Serve Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 7 states, the most to North Carolina.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| North Carolina | 13 | $265,800 |
| Alabama | 1 | $100,000 |
| Oregon | 2 | $50,000 |
| Georgia | 1 | $5,000 |
| New Jersey | 1 | $5,000 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $2,500 |
| Tennessee | 1 | $1,500 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Vapor Ministries | General support | $100,000 |
| Charlotte Hornets Foundation | General support | $50,000 |
| Carolina Youth Coalition | General support | $50,000 |
| Seed to Table Oregon | General support | $30,000 |
| St Matthews Catholic Church | General support | $25,000 |
| Foundation for the Carolinas | General support | $25,000 |
| Safe Alliance | General support | $25,000 |
| The Foundation of the Uncc Inc | General support | $25,000 |
| Seed to Table Oregon | General support | $20,000 |
| Mecklenburg Area Catholic Schools | Scholarships | $20,000 |
| Cookies for Kids Cancer | General support | $18,000 |
| World Affairs Council of Charlotte | General support | $15,000 |
| Applied Leadership Coaching LLC | General support | $5,800 |
| Seton Hall University | Scholarships | $5,000 |
| University of Georgia | Scholarships | $5,000 |
| Individual | Personal hardship | $2,500 |
| University of North Carolina at Charlotte | Scholarships | $2,500 |
| Howard University | Scholarships | $2,500 |
| Individual | General support | $2,000 |
| Individual | Personal hardship | $1,500 |
Officers and trustees
- David Longo
- William Gupton
Questions people ask
Does Live Love Serve Foundation accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications.
How much does Live Love Serve Foundation give?
$429,800 in tax year 2025, across 20 grants, with a typical grant of $19,000.
Who runs Live Love Serve Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists David Longo (President) and William Gupton (Secretary & Treasurer).
What does Live Love Serve Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, youth programs and education.