Laurie E Lust Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Laurie E Lust Foundation is a private foundation in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. In tax year 2025 it gave $14,000 in 5 grants; the typical grant was $1,000 and the largest $10,000. 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$14,000
- Number of grants5
- Typical grant$1,000
- Largest grant$10,000
- Assets$745,142
- New grantees50%
Giving in 2025 was down from $14,677 the year before.
50% 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 | $15,450 | 6 | $567,779 |
| 2024 | $14,677 | 5 | $651,250 |
| 2025 | $14,000 | 5 | $745,142 |
How to apply
Laurie E Lust 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 Laurie E Lust Foundation funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in Pennsylvania.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Pennsylvania | 5 | $14,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Individual | Scholarship | $10,000 |
| Children's Hospital of Pittsburgh | General support | $1,000 |
| Miracle League of South Hills | General support | $1,000 |
| Greater Pittsburgh Food Bank | General support | $1,000 |
| Breakthrouugh T1D Diabetes Research | General support | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Christopher Lust
- Fred Lust
- Dorothy Lust
- Heather Cross
Questions people ask
Does Laurie E Lust Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Laurie E Lust Foundation give?
$14,000 in tax year 2025, across 5 grants, with a typical grant of $1,000.
Who runs Laurie E Lust Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Christopher Lust (President), Fred Lust (Vp/Treasurer), Dorothy Lust (Vp/Secretary) and Heather Cross (Director).
What does Laurie E Lust Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly health.