Langston Family Foundation
The Langston Family Foundation is a private foundation based in Anchorage, Alaska. It makes charitable donations to charitable, educational, and religious organizations to further their programs.
Langston Family Foundation at a glance
In short: Langston Family Foundation gave $101K across 28 grants in 2024 (avg $4K), top state California. 36% of 2024 grantees were new. Source: 2024 IRS Form 990-PF.
- Annual giving (2024)
- $100,550
- +0.6% vs 2023
- Grants made (2024)
- 28
- -17.6% vs 2023
- Average grant
- $3,591
- +22.2% vs 2023
- Median grant
- $3,000
- Total assets
- $2,448,377
- -2.1% vs 2023
- New grantees (estimate)
- 36% first-time grantees (10 of 28, 2024)
- Primary geography
- California (31% of itemized 2024 grant dollars)
- Latest 990 filing
- Form 990-PF, 2024 View filing
Data from IRS Form 990-PF, 2024; updated October 2026. New grantees are estimated by matching recipient names across years (methodology).
How to apply to Langston Family Foundation
- How to Apply
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The foundation lists no required form or application materials and no restrictions on awards. It does not restrict giving to preselected organizations; the filing directs applicants to contact the foundation.
- Review Cycle
- None listed.
- Deadline
- None listed.
- Contact
Application contact: Langston Family Foundation
Mailing address: 1120 Huffman Rd Ste 24 651, Anchorage, AK 99515
Phone: (480) 209-9729
Website: https://langstonfamilyfoundation.org
Application details from Grantable's research on the foundation's public materials; confirm on its website before applying.
Who Langston Family Foundation funds
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 10 recipients in 2024
The largest 2024 recipient was Election Fairness Institute ($13K). Together the top 10 received $58K.
Grant Size Distribution
147 grants across all recorded years
The most common grant size was under $50K: 147 grants of 147 (100%).
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
In 2024, the largest shares of grant dollars went to organizations in California (31%), Alaska (26%), Arizona (18%), Wyoming (10%), and Idaho (5%).
Grant Distribution by State
Share of 2024 grant dollars across all 28 itemized grants.
States
Cities
Is Langston Family Foundation open to new grantees?
36%
first-time grantees, 2024
In 2024, 10 of 28 grantees (36%) were first-time recipients. First grants averaged $4K; repeat grants $3K. How we count
Medians: $3K first-time, $3K repeat.
- 54% of 2024 grantees were also funded in 2023. Method
- Giving held roughly steady from 2021 to 2024 (+10%). Method
- In 2024 it paid out 84% of its IRS minimum distribution (the 5% rule). Foundations have until the end of the next year to meet it. Method
Estimate from itemized grant lists in IRS Form 990-PF filings (2020–2024). Recipient names are matched across years, so a renamed or misspelled grantee can look new; grants to individuals are left out. Methodology.
Giving History
Giving Over Time
Total grant dollars and number of grants per year
From 2020 to 2024, annual grant giving ranged from $83K (2020) to $101K (2024). In 2024 it made 28 grants totaling $101K.
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Election Fairness Institute Phoenix, AZ | Ensure Election Fairness | $13,000 |
| Artreach San Diego San Diego, CA | Arts Mural Program | $6,000 |
| Taking the Reins Los Angeles, CA | Hay and Vet Expenses | $6,000 |
| Capt Sax Foundation Lincoln, CA | Grant for Operational Expenses | $5,000 |
| RONALD McDONALD HOUSE San Diego, CA | Sponsor 10 Meal Times | $5,000 |
| Intervarsity Christian Fellowship San Diego, CA | Payroll Support | $5,000 |
| Alaska Boxing Academy Anchorage, AK | Sponsorship Program | $5,000 |
| Community Pregnancy Center of Anchorage Anchorage, AK | Spera Vita Training | $4,500 |
| Cook Inlet Soccer Club Anchorage, AK | Girls Travel | $4,300 |
| Grace Christian School Anchorage, AK | Camera for Music Program | $4,000 |
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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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $2,448,377 | $261,310 | $314,520 | $100,550 | 28 | $172,907 | $156,217 | $206,260 |
| 2023 | $2,501,586 | $112,227 | $303,176 | $99,945 | 34 | $168,557 | $18,588 | $193,721 |
| 2022 | $2,692,535 | $89,374 | $305,772 | $83,400 | 28 | $166,381 | $10,345 | $171,818 |
| 2021 | $2,908,933 | $230,916 | $323,346 | $91,136 | 27 | $180,051 | $139,255 | $190,440 |
| 2020 | $3,001,332 | $105,135 | $308,958 | $82,704 | 30 | — | $11,801 | $181,507 |
Under IRS private-foundation payout rules, Langston Family Foundation reported a distributable amount of $206K for 2024 — the minimum it must pay out in qualifying distributions.
Research compiled by Grantable AI from public sources. Last updated September 2026.
Mission & Focus Areas
The foundation’s filing describes its charitable activity as donations to charitable, educational, and religious organizations. Its 2024 grants included support for organizations in areas such as arts, youth activities, family services, education, and community programs.
Grantees describe their own work in varied terms. Taking the Reins says it inspires at-risk girls through interactions with horses, farm animals, and nature. Cook Inlet Soccer Club says it promotes soccer in the greater Anchorage community and serves youth participants. Beacon Hill says it strengthens families and provides temporary and adoptive homes for children. Keep Sedona Beautiful says it works to protect the scenic beauty and natural environment of Sedona and the Verde Valley.
Grantmaking
In 2024, the foundation reported 28 grants totaling $100,550. Grants ranged from $750 to $13,000, with a median grant of $3,000. Among the largest were $13,000 to Election Fairness Institute for election fairness; $6,000 to ArtReach San Diego for an arts mural program; and $6,000 to Taking the Reins for hay and veterinary expenses. Other grants included $5,000 to Alaska Boxing Academy for its sponsorship program and $4,300 to Cook Inlet Soccer Club for girls’ travel.
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
The 2024 filing lists Steve Langston, Neal Langston, Steve Langston Jr, Susan Langston, Charles Scott, Christopher Scott, Nanette Langston, and Katie Hemphill as directors.
Langston Family Foundation's 2024 filing lists 8 officers; all 8 officers listed in 2024 are compensated.
Officers on the 2024 filing
Charles Scott
Director
On filings since 2020
0.9 hrs/week
$2K (2020) → $3K (2024)
Christopher Scott
Director
On filings since 2020
0.9 hrs/week
$6K (2020) → $3K (2024)
Nanette Langston
Director
On filings since 2020
3.5 hrs/week
$16K (2020) → $13K (2024)
Neal Langston
Director
On filings since 2020
1.1 hrs/week
$1K (2021) → $4K (2024)
Steve Langston
Director
On filings since 2020
3.1 hrs/week
$14K (2020) → $12K (2024)
Steve Langston Jr.
Director
On filings since 2020
2.4 hrs/week
$6K (2020) → $9K (2024)
Susan Langston
Director
On filings since 2020
3.2 hrs/week
$19K (2020) → $12K (2024)
Katie Hemphill
Director
On filings since 2022
0.3 hrs/week
$194 (2022) → $1K (2024)
Former officers (7)
- Former: Judy Anschuetz (2020–2022) — Director
- Former: Larry Langston (2020–2022) — Director
- Former: Michele Poeschel (2020–2022) — Director
- Former: Nicole Poeschel (2020–2022) — Director
- Former: Samantha Poeschel (2020–2022) — Director
- Former: Stephanie Poeschel (2020–2022) — Director
- Former: Katie Anschuetz (2020–2021) — Director
Data from IRS Form 990 filings, 2020–2024. "On filings since" is the earliest filing we hold that lists the person; hours are average hours per week as reported.
Compensation Overview
From 2024 IRS filing
The highest reported compensation on the 2024 filing was $13K, to Nanette Langston (Director). 8 officers or directors reported compensation on that filing.
Frequently asked questions about Langston Family Foundation
How much does Langston Family Foundation give each year?
Langston Family Foundation gave $101K across 28 grants in 2024, according to its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. In 2023 it gave $100K across 34 grants.
What is Langston Family Foundation's typical grant size?
Langston Family Foundation's median grant in 2024 was $3,000, and its average grant was $3,591, across 28 grants on its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. Organizations receiving their first grant from Langston Family Foundation that year got $4K on average.
Where does Langston Family Foundation give grants?
Langston Family Foundation's top state is California, with 31% of the grant dollars itemized on its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. The next largest states were Alaska (26%) and Arizona (18%). The most frequent recipient cities were Anchorage, AK (7 grants), San Diego, CA (5 grants), Buffalo, WY (2 grants) and Idaho Falls, ID (2 grants).
Does Langston Family Foundation give general operating support?
Yes: 11% of Langston Family Foundation's 2024 grants with a stated purpose (3 of 28) were for general or operating support, per its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF.
Who are Langston Family Foundation's largest grantees?
Langston Family Foundation's largest 2024 grantees include Election Fairness Institute ($13,000), Artreach San Diego ($6,000) and Taking the Reins ($6,000), according to its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. Together they received 25% of its itemized 2024 grant dollars.
How large is Langston Family Foundation?
Langston Family Foundation reported $2.4M in total assets on its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. It paid out $173K in qualifying distributions that year, against a required minimum of $206K (roughly 5% of its investment assets). Falling short in one year is not a violation: foundations have until the end of the next year to meet the minimum.
What does Langston Family Foundation fund?
The foundation’s filing describes its charitable activity as donations to charitable, educational, and religious organizations. Its 2024 grants included support for organizations in areas such as arts, youth activities, family services, education, and community programs. See mission & focus areas ↑
How do I apply for a grant from Langston Family Foundation?
The foundation lists no required form or application materials and no restrictions on awards. Eligibility and process details are in the grantmaking section of this profile. See how to apply ↑
What is Langston Family Foundation's EIN?
Langston Family Foundation's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 99-0330063. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2020–2024.
Data last updated October 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990-PF filings. Research dossier generated September 2026.
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Grantable. (2026). Langston Family Foundation funder profile. GrantGraph. Retrieved October 16, 2026, from https://grantable.co/funders/langston-family-foundation-morg_c9ec4d8c52ec4fd0b77beb0c783c4d2a
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