J a Lafortune Foundation
Invitation OnlyTulsa, Oklahoma · EIN 73-6092073 · Private foundation
Half of its grants to organizations were between $1,200 and $1,500.
How to apply
On its return for tax year 2023 the foundation checked the box saying it only makes contributions to preselected charitable organizations and does not accept unsolicited requests for funds.
What it funds
Share of grant lines on the latest return, classified from the purpose each grant states.
Where it gives
8% of grants went outside Oklahoma.
Grants paid in tax year 2023
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tulsa Area United Way | Tulsa, OK | General operations | $2,000 |
| Congregation of Benedictine Sisters | Tulsa, OK | General Fund | $1,700 |
| Community Food Bank | Tulsa, OK | General Fund | $1,500 |
| Parkside Psychiatric Hospital and C | Tulsa, OK | General Fund | $1,500 |
| Philbrook Museum of Art | Tulsa, OK | Operating Budget | $1,200 |
| Indian Nation Council | Tulsa, OK | Operating budget | $1,200 |
| Catholic Charities of the Dio | Tulsa, OK | General Fund | $1,200 |
| Tulsa County Parks Department | Tulsa, OK | General Fund | $1,200 |
| Day Center for the Homeless | Tulsa, OK | General Fund | $1,200 |
| Marquette Catholic School | Tulsa, OK | Special Education Fund | $1,200 |
| Mercy Health Foundation | Durango, CO | General Fund | $1,200 |
| Tulsa Youth Symphony | Tulsa, OK | General Fund | $500 |
The return also lists 2 grants to individuals ($2,400). We do not publish the names of individual recipients.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $18,000 | 14 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2023, filed Nov 25, 2024 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202403309349100710
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 73-6092073
- Profile updated Nov 5, 2026
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