LJL Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
LJL Family Foundation is a private foundation in Meadville, Pennsylvania. In tax year 2025 it gave $263,500 in 13 grants; the typical grant was $15,000 and the largest $54,000. 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$263,500
- Number of grants13
- Typical grant$15,000
- Largest grant$54,000
- Assets$5.7 million
- New grantees15%
Giving in 2025 was up from $249,000 the year before.
15% 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 | $182,600 | 12 | $5.3 million |
| 2024 | $249,000 | 13 | $5.5 million |
| 2025 | $263,500 | 13 | $5.7 million |
How to apply
LJL Family 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 LJL Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in Pennsylvania.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Pennsylvania | 13 | $263,500 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Conneaut Lake Aquatic Management Association | General funds | $54,000 |
| Common Roots | General funds | $38,000 |
| French Creek Valley Conservancy | General funds | $32,000 |
| Crawford Heritage Community Foundation | General funds | $31,500 |
| Meadville Medical Center Foundation | General funds | $31,000 |
| Crawford County Youth Hockey Association | General funds | $25,000 |
| Second Harvest Food Bank | General funds | $15,000 |
| St James Haven | General funds | $15,000 |
| Crawford County Historical Society | General funds | $8,000 |
| Black Ash Cemetary Association | General funds | $3,500 |
| West Mead #1 VFC | General funds | $3,500 |
| Vernon Central Hose Company | General funds | $3,500 |
| Conneaut Lake Volunteer Fire Department | General funds | $3,500 |
Officers and trustees
- Anthony Lang
- Lori Lang
- Alexander Lang
Questions people ask
Does LJL Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does LJL Family Foundation give?
$263,500 in tax year 2025, across 13 grants, with a typical grant of $15,000.
Who runs LJL Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Anthony Lang (President), Lori Lang (Vice President) and Alexander Lang (Secretary/Treasurer).
What does LJL Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly arts and culture and community development.