Lancaster Lens Inc
Preselected recipients only
Lancaster Lens Inc is a private foundation in Columbus, Ohio. In tax year 2024 it gave $1.1 million in 8 grants; the typical grant was $200,000 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 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$1.1 million
- Number of grants8
- Typical grant$200,000
- Largest grant$250,000
- Assets$19.6 million
- New grantees25%
Giving in 2024 was up from $1.1 million the year before.
25% of its 2024 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | $803,887 | 7 | $22.2 million |
| 2023 | $1.1 million | 8 | $22.8 million |
| 2024 | $1.1 million | 8 | $19.6 million |
How to apply
Lancaster Lens 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 Lancaster Lens Inc funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in Ohio.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Ohio | 8 | $1.1 million |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Nationwide Children's Hospital Foundation | Various | $250,000 |
| Recreation Unlimited Foundation | Various | $250,000 |
| Heinzerling Foundation | Various | $200,000 |
| The Ohio State University Foundation | Various | $200,000 |
| American Red Cross | Unrestricted | $200,000 |
| YMCA of Central Ohio | Operations | $15,000 |
| Columbus Symphony Orchestra | Unrestricted | $10,000 |
| Ohio Foundation of Independent Colleges | Unrestricted | $10,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Bruce L Rosa
- Richard W Gentil
Questions people ask
Does Lancaster Lens Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Lancaster Lens Inc give?
$1.1 million in tax year 2024, across 8 grants, with a typical grant of $200,000.
Who runs Lancaster Lens Inc?
Its 2024 filing lists Bruce L Rosa (President) and Richard W Gentil (Secretary).
What does Lancaster Lens Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education.