The Landes Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Landes Family Foundation is a private foundation in Villanova, Pennsylvania. In tax year 2025 it gave $325,000 in 22 grants; the typical grant was $15,000 and the largest $25,000. 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$325,000
- Number of grants22
- Typical grant$15,000
- Largest grant$25,000
- Assets$6.4 million
- New grantees23%
Giving in 2025 was up from $290,000 the year before.
23% 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 | $260,000 | 19 | $5.9 million |
| 2024 | $290,000 | 20 | $6.3 million |
| 2025 | $325,000 | 22 | $6.4 million |
How to apply
The Landes 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 The Landes Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 7 states, the most to Pennsylvania.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Pennsylvania | 8 | $120,000 |
| New York | 7 | $120,000 |
| District of Columbia | 2 | $30,000 |
| California | 2 | $25,000 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $15,000 |
| Illinois | 1 | $10,000 |
| Washington | 1 | $5,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Anti Defamation League | Charitable purposes | $25,000 |
| Alzheimers Foundation | Charitable purposes | $20,000 |
| Breast Cancer Research Fdn | Charitable purposes | $20,000 |
| Childrens Hospital Foundation | Charitable purposes | $20,000 |
| Jafco Childrens Foundation | Charitable purposes | $20,000 |
| Jewish Federation | Charitable purposes | $20,000 |
| Ronald Macdonald House | Charitable purposes | $20,000 |
| American Jewish JT Comm | Charitable purposes | $15,000 |
| American Society for Prevention of Cruelty to Animals | Charitable purposes | $15,000 |
| Birthright Israel | Charitable purposes | $15,000 |
| Environmental Defense Fund | Charitable purposes | $15,000 |
| Hillel | Charitable purposes | $15,000 |
| Int'l Federation for Animal Welfare | Charitable purposes | $15,000 |
| Reform Cong Keneseth Israel | Charitable purposes | $15,000 |
| Simon Weisenthal Center | Charitable purposes | $15,000 |
| Curtis Institute of Music | Charitable purposes | $10,000 |
| Direct Relief | Charitable purposes | $10,000 |
| Feeding America | Charitable purposes | $10,000 |
| Moving Traditions | Charitable purposes | $10,000 |
| Tunnel to Towers Fdn | Charitable purposes | $10,000 |
| Days for Girls Intl | Charitable purposes | $5,000 |
| Rubyes Kids | Charitable purposes | $5,000 |
Officers and trustees
- William Landes
- Patricia Landes
Questions people ask
Does The Landes Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Landes Family Foundation give?
$325,000 in tax year 2025, across 22 grants, with a typical grant of $15,000.
Who runs The Landes Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists William Landes (Trustee) and Patricia Landes (Trustee).
What does The Landes Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly health, youth programs and faith communities.