LL Charitable Foundation
Preselected recipients only
LL Charitable Foundation is a private foundation in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. In tax year 2024 it gave $490,000 in 35 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 and the largest $100,000. 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$490,000
- Number of grants35
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$100,000
- Assets$17.0 million
- New grantees23%
Giving in 2024 was up from $249,500 the year before.
23% 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $249,500 | 29 | $13.4 million |
| 2024 | $490,000 | 35 | $17.0 million |
How to apply
LL Charitable 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 LL Charitable Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 8 states, the most to Pennsylvania.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Pennsylvania | 23 | $356,500 |
| Delaware | 1 | $60,000 |
| California | 3 | $37,000 |
| New York | 2 | $14,000 |
| New Mexico | 1 | $9,000 |
| New Jersey | 3 | $8,000 |
| Virginia | 1 | $5,000 |
| Colorado | 1 | $500 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Swag | Charity | $100,000 |
| Rodale Institute | Environment, Health | $75,000 |
| The Challenge Program | Charitable | $60,000 |
| Philadelphia Soccer 2026 | Education | $50,000 |
| Read Global | Education | $35,000 |
| Elevate 215 | Education | $25,000 |
| Philadelphia Orchard Project | Environment | $25,000 |
| YSC Academy | Education | $15,000 |
| Coney Island Prep | Educational | $13,000 |
| Colonial Pennsylvania Plantation | Historical Preservation | $10,000 |
| Kimmel Center | Arts | $10,000 |
| Pennsylvania Academy of Fine Arts | Arts | $10,000 |
| Taos Sports Association | Sports | $9,000 |
| Starfinder Foundation | Health | $8,000 |
| Friends Central School | Education | $5,000 |
| March of Dimes | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Philadelphia Horticultural Society | Environment | $5,000 |
| Qi House Foundation | Education | $5,000 |
| Kittymamas Sanctuary Rescue | Animal Welfare | $3,000 |
| Rosenbach Museum and Library | Education | $2,500 |
| BalletX | Arts | $2,000 |
| CCSA Foundation | EducationEducation | $2,000 |
| Free Library of Philadelphia | Education | $2,000 |
| Koresh Dance Company | Arts | $2,000 |
| NJ Audubon Society | Environment | $2,000 |
| Cape May Point Volunteer Fire Company | Public Safety | $1,000 |
| City of Hope | Charity | $1,000 |
| Friends of Lake Lilly | Conservation | $1,000 |
| Friends of New Bolton Center | Education | $1,000 |
| Greater Chester Valley Soccer Assoc | Sports | $1,000 |
| Humane Society of Harrisburg | Education | $1,000 |
| Muscular Distrophy Association | Health | $1,000 |
| Pennsylvania Ballet | Arts | $1,000 |
| SOKA University | Education | $1,000 |
| American Gaelic Games | Sports | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- Roberto M Sella
- Pranav Desai
Questions people ask
Does LL Charitable Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does LL Charitable Foundation give?
$490,000 in tax year 2024, across 35 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs LL Charitable Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Roberto M Sella (President) and Pranav Desai (Vice-President).
What does LL Charitable Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, environment and conservation and health.