Lar Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Lar Foundation is a private foundation in Westlake, Texas. In tax year 2025 it gave $241,000 in 38 grants; the typical grant was $4,500 and the largest $23,000. 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$241,000
- Number of grants38
- Typical grant$4,500
- Largest grant$23,000
- Assets$5.1 million
- New grantees21%
Giving in 2025 was up from $224,482 the year before.
21% 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 | $120,000 | 28 | $4.4 million |
| 2024 | $224,482 | 36 | $4.8 million |
| 2025 | $241,000 | 38 | $5.1 million |
How to apply
Lar 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 Lar Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 15 states, the most to Texas.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Texas | 17 | $132,000 |
| California | 3 | $28,000 |
| Illinois | 1 | $20,000 |
| Florida | 2 | $8,000 |
| Maryland | 2 | $8,000 |
| Virginia | 2 | $8,000 |
| Louisiana | 2 | $7,000 |
| New York | 2 | $6,000 |
| New Mexico | 1 | $5,000 |
| Tennessee | 1 | $5,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Community Food Bank | Food security | $23,000 |
| Feeding America | Food security | $20,000 |
| Tarrant Area Food Bank | Food security | $19,000 |
| Second Harvest of Silicon Valley | Food security | $18,000 |
| North Texas Food Bank | Food security | $17,000 |
| Roanoke Food Pantry (Northwest Christian Community Service) | Food security | $14,000 |
| Minnie's Food Pantry | Food security | $13,000 |
| Mercy Ships | Medical services | $11,000 |
| Community Food Pantry of McKinney | Food security | $8,000 |
| Blue Angels Foundation | Military/patriotism | $6,000 |
| Navy Seal Foundation | Military/patriotism | $6,000 |
| Semper Fi & America's Fund | Military/patriotism | $6,000 |
| Vogel Alcove | Homelessness/housing services | $6,000 |
| Feeding Louisiana | Food security | $5,000 |
| Gary Sinise Foundation | Military/patriotism | $5,000 |
| Mountaineer Food Bank | Food security | $5,000 |
| Roadrunner Food Bank | Food security | $5,000 |
| Texans on Mission | Disaster relief | $5,000 |
| Yellow Ribbon Fund Inc | Military/patriotism | $5,000 |
| Blue Star Families | Military/patriotism | $4,000 |
| Doctors Without Borders (Medecins Sans Frontieres) | Medical services | $4,000 |
| Folds of Honor | Military/patriotism | $4,000 |
| Patriot Paws Service Dogs | Military animals | $4,000 |
| Eternal Word Television Network | Religious | $3,000 |
| Operation Kindness | Animal care & support services | $3,000 |
| Our Calling | Homelessness/housing services | $3,000 |
| Warrior Canine Connection | Military animals | $3,000 |
| Humane Society of North Texas | Animal care & support services | $2,000 |
| Special Operations Warrior Foundation | Military/patriotism | $2,000 |
| Tunnel to Towers Foundation | Military/patriotism | $2,000 |
| United Cajun Navy | Military/patriotism | $2,000 |
| Vested Interest in K9S Inc | Military animals | $2,000 |
| Black Prairie Raptor Center | Animal care & support services | $1,000 |
| Doodle Rock Rescue | Animal care & support services | $1,000 |
| Luke's Wings | Military patriotism | $1,000 |
| Paws for Purple Hearts | Military animals | $1,000 |
| Stray Dog | Animal care & support services | $1,000 |
| Travis Mills Foundation | Military/patriotism | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Cecilia M Rinard
- Luke A Rinard
- IRA W Silverman
Questions people ask
Does Lar Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Lar Foundation give?
$241,000 in tax year 2025, across 38 grants, with a typical grant of $4,500.
Who runs Lar Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Cecilia M Rinard (President & Treasurer), Luke A Rinard (Vice President & Secretary) and IRA W Silverman (Director).
What does Lar Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly food and hunger, veterans and faith communities.