Lan Family Foundation
Historical FunderSarasota, Florida · EIN 26-3910551 · Private foundation
Grants paid (2025)$30K
Organizations funded22
Typical grant$1,000
Total assets$495K
Half of its grants to organizations were between $300 and $1,500.
From the return
How to apply
The foundation filed the following application information (Form 990-PF Part XV, tax year 2025):
| Contact | LINDA THOMAS |
|---|---|
| Address | 6173 LUNGO LAGO DRIVE, SARASOTA FL 34231 |
| Phone | 2039066381 |
| Form and materials | OPEN APPLICATION WITH SPECIFIC USE OF THE FUNDS |
| Deadlines | NONE |
| Restrictions | NONE |
Copied as filed. Deadlines on a tax return describe the foundation's usual process; they are not confirmation of a current open cycle.
What it funds
Share of grant lines on the latest return, classified from the purpose each grant states.
Where it gives
22% of grants went outside Florida.
Grants paid in tax year 2025
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Crpe Ministries | Sarasota, FL | Crpe is a ministry located in the city of sarasota, fl. where everyone who enters through the doors is transformed in a place "where god… | $10,000 |
| Knights of Columbus Council | New Haven, CT | To empower catholic men to live their faith at home, in their parish, at work and in their community | $2,000 |
| Pilots to the Rescue | Brooklyn, NY | To prevent at-risk animals from being euthanized by transporting them via air and ground transportation to give them the best chance at… | $2,000 |
| Buddy Baseball Inc | Temple Terrace, FL | A non-competitive rec. league serving boys and girls ages 8 to 22 with special needs | $1,500 |
| Resurection House | Sarasota, FL | To provide resources to transition at-risk individuals to a path of self-sufficiency | $1,500 |
| Satchels Last Resort | Sarasota, FL | To provide life long shelter for dogs | $1,500 |
| Catholic Faith Appeal | Venice, FL | To provide an invitation to respond to the call "tell them to do good, be generous, ready to share" by giving of the resources to help… | $1,500 |
| Humane Society of Sarasota County | Sarasota, FL | To operate the area's premier no-kill shelter and provide compassionate care for cats and dogs | $1,500 |
| Cares Outreach Services Inc | Sarasota, FL | To promote health awareness through education, testing and prevention | $1,000 |
| Gift of Life | Fresh Meadows, NY | Charitable organization providing treatment to children with heart disease | $1,000 |
| Misfit Acres | Amboy, MN | To provide permanent home where formerly "unlucky" horses can live out their remaining years safe from abuse and neglect | $1,000 |
| Louis & Gloria Flanzer Philanthropic Trust | Sarasota, FL | The mission of the flanzer philanthropic trust is to enhance the life of the people of the suncoast through social services and healthcare… | $1,000 |
| Best Friends Animal Society | Kanab, UT | Animal welfare organization no kill shelter | $1,000 |
| Truly Valued Inc | Sarasota, FL | To empower youth and families by fostering positive self-esteem, promoting education, and nurturing confidence and strong character that… | $1,000 |
| Team Tony Cancer Foundation | Sarasota, FL | To provide free peer-to-peer support and resources to cancer fighters, survivors, and caregivers so no one on florida's suncoast faces… | $1,000 |
| Big Waters Land Trust | Osprey, FL | To protect land and water | $500 |
| Saint Jude Catholic Church | Sarasota, FL | Religious organization | $300 |
| Dogs Inc | Palmetto, FL | To provide guide and service dogs, online and in-person training, lifetime alumni support, premium dog food, and preventative veterinary… | $250 |
| The State College of Florida Foundation Inc | Bradenton, FL | To raise and manage funds to advance the college's priorities | $250 |
| Florida Sheriffs Association | Tallahassee, FL | To foster the effectiveness of the office of sheriff through leadership, education and training, innovative practices and legislative… | $200 |
| Tidewell Hospice | Sarasota, FL | To support those living with chronic or advanced illness | $100 |
| The Nature Conservancy | Winter Park, FL | To find solutions to the climate and biodiversity crises | $50 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $30,150 | 22 |
| 2024 | $23,050 | 20 |
| 2023 | $21,268 | 25 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2025, filed May 13, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202631339349103163
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 26-3910551
- Profile updated Nov 5, 2026
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