The Landon Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Landon Family Foundation is a private foundation in Shelburne, Vermont. In tax year 2024 it gave $142,351 in 6 grants; the typical grant was $9,508 and the largest $60,000. 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$142,351
- Number of grants6
- Typical grant$9,508
- Largest grant$60,000
- Assets$2.2 million
- New grantees40%
Giving in 2024 was up from $90,500 the year before.
40% of its 2024 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 | $90,500 | 4 | $2.1 million |
| 2024 | $142,351 | 6 | $2.2 million |
How to apply
The Landon 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 Landon Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to New York.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 4 | $125,683 |
| Vermont | 2 | $16,668 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Lake Placid Center for the Arts | Unrestricted Operational Support $50,000/Sinfonietta $10,000 | $60,000 |
| The Wild Center | Unrestricted Operational Suppport | $50,000 |
| Adirondack Foundation | Landon Fund III | $10,683 |
| Vermont Community Foundation | Landon Fund II | $8,334 |
| Vermont Community Foundation | Landon Fund | $8,334 |
| Adirondack Center for Loon Conservation | Unrestricted Operational Support | $5,000 |
Officers and trustees
- James W Newberry
- Sara Newberry
- Christopher C Gignoux
- Joan L Gignoux
- Deborah Landon O'Kain
- Reginald Gignoux
- Judith Ann Landon
- Jesse J Tron
- Gardner Case Newberry
Questions people ask
Does The Landon Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Landon Family Foundation give?
$142,351 in tax year 2024, across 6 grants, with a typical grant of $9,508.
Who runs The Landon Family Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists James W Newberry (Asst. Secretary/Director), Sara Newberry (Secretary/Director), Christopher C Gignoux (Director) and Joan L Gignoux (Director) among 9 officers and trustees.
What does The Landon Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly community development.