AI Summary
The LJ Family Foundation is a 501(c)3 grantmaking organization that focuses on fostering relationships with grantees, making grants by invitation only. The foundation does not accept unsolicited proposals, emphasizing a relationship-based engagement approach. Nonprofits interested in funding opportunities may explore warm-introduction pathways through Impala's Funder Prospecting.
Cause Areas
1
Foundations
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Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share
The Against Malaria Foundation
Kansas City, MO
$124K
8%
ST JUDE CHILDREN'S RESEARCH HOSPITAL INC
Memphis, TN
$120K
8%
Medical College of VA Foundation
Richmond, VA
$110K
7%
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Total No. of Grants
12
Median 1st year grant
$15K
Median 2nd year grant
$10K
Top 3 Grants
Matched grants only
Grantee
Grant Size
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to THE LJ FAMILY FOUNDATION?
No. THE LJ FAMILY FOUNDATION does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does THE LJ FAMILY FOUNDATION give?
THE LJ FAMILY FOUNDATION primarily gives to organizations located in Virginia, Tennessee, and California. These states represent the largest share of the foundation’s grantmaking by dollars awarded. Additional geographic details are available to registered users.
What size are THE LJ FAMILY FOUNDATION’s grants?
The largest share of grants from THE LJ FAMILY FOUNDATION fall in the $5,000 to $25 thousand range. The median first-year grant is about $15 thousand. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does THE LJ FAMILY FOUNDATION make each year?
In 2025, THE LJ FAMILY FOUNDATION awarded about 10 grants, totaling nearly $181 thousand. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did THE LJ FAMILY FOUNDATION fund recently?
In 2025, THE LJ FAMILY FOUNDATION awarded grants to about 20 grantees. Recent grantees include The Against Malaria Foundation, ST JUDE CHILDREN'S RESEARCH HOSPITAL INC, and Medical College of VA Foundation. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to THE LJ FAMILY FOUNDATION?
THE LJ FAMILY FOUNDATION does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.