JA LaFortune Foundation
JA LaFortune Foundation is a private foundation based in Tulsa, Oklahoma. Its 2023 filing reports grants to charitable organizations, including community, social-service, arts, and education recipients.
JA LaFortune Foundation at a glance
In short: JA LaFortune Foundation gave $18K across 14 grants in 2023 (avg $1K), mostly in Oklahoma. Source: 2023 IRS Form 990-PF.
- Annual giving (2023)
- $18,000
- Grants made (2023)
- 14
- Average grant
- $1,286
- Median grant
- $1,200
- Total assets
- $208,527
- Primary geography
- Oklahoma (93% of itemized 2023 grant dollars)
- Latest 990 filing
- Form 990-PF, 2023 View filing
Data from IRS Form 990-PF, 2023; updated October 2026.
How to apply to JA LaFortune Foundation
- Accepts unsolicited proposals
- No
- How to Apply
-
The foundation states that it makes contributions only to preselected charitable organizations and does not accept unsolicited requests. Its filing says to apply by written letter and include any brochures outlining the organization’s purpose and goal. The filing lists no restrictions on awards.
- Review Cycle
- None listed.
- Deadline
- None listed.
- Contact
Mailing address: PO Box 3627, Tulsa, OK 74101
Phone: (918) 744-0553
Email: mhairston@truskok.com
Application details from Grantable's research on the foundation's public materials; confirm on its website before applying.
Who JA LaFortune Foundation funds
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 10 recipients in 2023
The largest 2023 recipient was Tulsa Area United Way ($2K). Together the top 10 received $14K.
Grant Size Distribution
15 grants across all recorded years
The most common grant size was under $50K: 15 grants of 15 (100%).
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
Of 2023 grant dollars, 93% went to recipients in Oklahoma and 7% to recipients in Colorado. The listed 2023 recipients were primarily in Oklahoma, including Tulsa-area organizations.
Grant Distribution by State
Share of 2023 grant dollars across all 14 itemized grants.
Cities
How JA LaFortune Foundation gives
- In 2023 it paid out 105% of its IRS minimum distribution (the 5% rule). Method
From the foundation's IRS Form 990-PF filings. Methodology.
Giving History
Giving Over Time
Total grant dollars and number of grants per year
From 2021 to 2023, annual grant giving ranged from $18K (2023) to $22K (2021). In 2023 it made 14 grants totaling $18K.
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | 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 |
| Monte Casino Tulsa, OK | General Fund | $1,200 |
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Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
| Filing year | Total Assets | Revenue | Expenses | Grants paid | Grants | Qualifying Distributions | Net Investment Income | Distributable Amount |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $208,527 | $7,110 | $21,775 | $18,000 | 14 | $18,000 | $4,061 | $17,145 |
| 2021 | $240,306 | $21,792 | $24,220 | $21,500 | 1 | $21,500 | $19,072 | $19,775 |
Under IRS private-foundation payout rules, JA LaFortune Foundation reported a distributable amount of $17K for 2023 — the minimum it must pay out in qualifying distributions.
Research compiled by Grantable AI from public sources. Last updated September 2026.
Mission & Focus Areas
No mission statement for the foundation is provided. Its 2023 grants went to organizations with varied purposes. Tulsa Area United Way describes its mission as uniting people and resources to improve lives and strengthen communities. Tulsa Boys’ Home describes its mission as providing residential care for young boys who need placement outside their homes, with the aim of developing well-adjusted, responsible adults and strengthening families. Tulsa Youth Symphony describes its mission as providing advanced orchestral training and performance experience for talented young musicians in northeastern Oklahoma.
Grantmaking
In 2023, the foundation made 14 grants totaling $18,000. Grants ranged from $500 to $2,000, with a median of $1,200. Among the recipients were Tulsa Area United Way ($2,000), Congregation of Benedictine Sisters ($1,700), Community Food Bank ($1,500), Parkside Psychiatric Hospital and C ($1,500), and Tulsa Youth Symphony ($500).
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
The 2023 filing lists Robert J LaFortune as president, Joseph A LaFortune III as appointed member, Patricia A Walker as secretary, and Janet H Nelson as treasurer.
JA LaFortune Foundation is led by Robert J LaFortune, President on every filing since 2021; none of the 4 officers listed in 2023 report compensation.
Officers on the 2023 filing
Robert J LaFortune
President
On filings since 2021
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Janet H Nelson
Treasurer
On filings since 2021
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Patricia A Walker
Secretary
On filings since 2021
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Joseph A LaFortune III
Appted Member
New on the 2023 filing
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Former officers (1)
- Former: William LaFortune (2021) — Vice President
Data from IRS Form 990 filings, 2021–2023. "On filings since" is the earliest filing we hold that lists the person; hours are average hours per week as reported.
Frequently asked questions about JA LaFortune Foundation
How much does JA LaFortune Foundation give each year?
JA LaFortune Foundation gave $18K across 14 grants in 2023, according to its 2023 IRS Form 990-PF.
What is JA LaFortune Foundation's typical grant size?
JA LaFortune Foundation's median grant in 2023 was $1,200, and its average grant was $1,286, across 14 grants on its 2023 IRS Form 990-PF.
Where does JA LaFortune Foundation give grants?
JA LaFortune Foundation gives mostly in Oklahoma: 93% of the grant dollars itemized on its 2023 IRS Form 990-PF went to recipients there. The next largest state was Colorado (7%). The most frequent recipient cities were Tulsa, OK (12 grants).
Does JA LaFortune Foundation give general operating support?
Yes: 93% of JA LaFortune Foundation's 2023 grants with a stated purpose (13 of 14) were for general or operating support, per its 2023 IRS Form 990-PF.
Who are JA LaFortune Foundation's largest grantees?
JA LaFortune Foundation's largest 2023 grantees include Tulsa Area United Way ($2,000), Congregation of Benedictine Sisters ($1,700) and Community Food Bank ($1,500), according to its 2023 IRS Form 990-PF. Together they received 29% of its itemized 2023 grant dollars.
How large is JA LaFortune Foundation?
JA LaFortune Foundation reported $209K in total assets on its 2023 IRS Form 990-PF. It paid out $18K in qualifying distributions that year, against a required minimum of $17K (roughly 5% of its investment assets).
What does JA LaFortune Foundation fund?
No mission statement for the foundation is provided. Its 2023 grants went to organizations with varied purposes. Tulsa Area United Way describes its mission as uniting people and resources to improve lives and strengthen communities. See mission & focus areas ↑
How do I apply for a grant from JA LaFortune Foundation?
The foundation states that it makes contributions only to preselected charitable organizations and does not accept unsolicited requests. Eligibility and process details are in the grantmaking section of this profile. See how to apply ↑
What is JA LaFortune Foundation's EIN?
JA LaFortune Foundation's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 73-6092073. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2021–2023.
Does JA LaFortune Foundation accept unsolicited proposals?
No, according to Grantable's research on the foundation's published guidelines. See how to apply ↑
Data last updated October 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990-PF filings. Research dossier generated September 2026.
Data update history
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When this profile's IRS filing data changed on Grantable
- IRS filings on file for fiscal years 2021–2023
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