Lapan Memorial Sunshine Foundation Inc
Lapan Memorial Sunshine Foundation Inc is a private foundation based in Tucson, Arizona. It supports students from underserved communities through scholarships, mentorship, access to opportunities, and assistance with additional needs that may affect their education.
Lapan Memorial Sunshine Foundation Inc at a glance
In short: Lapan Memorial Sunshine Foundation Inc gave $1.8M across 36 grants in 2024 (avg $51K), mostly in Arizona. 40% of 2024 grantees were new. Source: 2024 IRS Form 990-PF.
- Annual giving (2024)
- $1,831,419
- +0.3% vs 2023
- Grants made (2024)
- 36
- -23.4% vs 2023
- Average grant
- $50,873
- +30.9% vs 2023
- Median grant
- $3,927
- Total assets
- $30,877,923
- +14.3% vs 2023
- New grantees (estimate)
- 40% first-time grantees (14 of 35, 2024)
- Primary geography
- Arizona (94% 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 Lapan Memorial Sunshine Foundation Inc
- Review Cycle
- May 1 each year.
- Deadline
- May 1 each year.
- Contact
Application contact: Lucy Kin Lapan College Club
Mailing address: 1121 N Camino De Juan, Tucson, AZ 85745
Phone: (520) 360-9881
Website: https://lapansunshinefoundation.org
Application details from Grantable's research on the foundation's public materials; confirm on its website before applying.
Who Lapan Memorial Sunshine Foundation Inc funds
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 10 recipients in 2024
The largest 2024 recipient was ASU Foundation ($707K). Together the top 10 received $1.5M.
Grant Size Distribution
189 grants across all recorded years
The most common grant size was under $50K: 169 grants of 189 (89%).
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
In 2024, 94% of grant dollars went to recipients in Arizona and 5% to recipients in Nevada. The foundation’s scholarship policy gives preference to Pima County residents.
Grant Distribution by State
Share of 2024 grant dollars across all 36 itemized grants.
States
Cities
Is Lapan Memorial Sunshine Foundation Inc open to new grantees?
40%
first-time grantees, 2024
In 2024, 14 of 35 grantees (40%) were first-time recipients. First grants averaged $30K; repeat grants $56K. How we count
Medians: $1K first-time, $6K repeat.
- 46% of 2024 grantees were also funded in 2023. Method
- Giving grew 268% from 2021 to 2024. Method
- In 2024 it paid out 239% of its IRS minimum distribution (the 5% rule). 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 $438K (2020) to $1.8M (2024). In 2024 it made 36 grants totaling $1.8M.
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| ASU Foundation Tempe, AZ | Support | $707,412 |
| Lapan College and Career Club Tucson, AZ | Scholarships and Educational Expenses | $394,200 |
| Various Tucson, AZ | Scholarships and Educational Expenses | $239,876 |
| Discovery Childrens Museum Las Vegas, NV | Support | $100,000 |
| University of Arizona Tucson, AZ | Scholarships and Educational Expenses | $83,025 |
| Pusch Ridge Christian Academy Tucson, AZ | Support | $62,500 |
| Tucson Jewish Community Center Tucson, AZ | Support | $52,200 |
| Angel Charity for Children Inc Tucson, AZ | Support | $48,330 |
| Pima Community College Tucson, AZ | Scholarships and Educational Expenses | $35,695 |
| Arizona State University Phoenix, AZ | Scholarships and Educational Expenses | $27,702 |
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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 | $30,877,923 | $8,736,844 | $2,888,673 | $1,831,419 | 36 | $2,373,725 | $6,093,921 | $995,082 |
| 2023 | $27,021,749 | $3,370,840 | $2,880,369 | $1,826,536 | 47 | $2,586,291 | $1,310,200 | $916,108 |
| 2022 | $23,346,102 | $970,354 | $1,657,614 | $792,911 | 20 | $1,495,110 | $859,932 | $1,170,452 |
| 2021 | $26,150,263 | $3,788,099 | $1,055,866 | $498,059 | 44 | $956,060 | $1,066,016 | $1,004,657 |
| 2020 | $20,295,372 | $2,284,527 | $738,223 | $437,737 | 42 | — | $222,722 | $750,762 |
Under IRS private-foundation payout rules, Lapan Memorial Sunshine Foundation Inc reported a distributable amount of $995K 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 stated mission is to help students from underserved communities pursue their dreams by providing scholarships, mentorship, access to opportunities, and support for needs beyond school costs. It also invests in services, programs, and organizations that serve students and create opportunities for them.
Its 2024 grants included support for educational institutions and community organizations. For example, the Discovery Children’s Museum describes its mission as fostering a welcoming, inclusive environment for playful and educational experiences. Angel Charity for Children says it raises funds to improve the quality of life for children in its community. The Tucson Jewish Community Center describes its mission as cultivating Jewish identity, fostering wellness, and broadening communal harmony.
Grantmaking
In 2024, the foundation reported 36 grants totaling $1,831,419. Grant amounts ranged from $200 to $707,412, with a median of $3,926. Among the largest grants were $707,412 to ASU Foundation for support; $394,200 to Lapan College and Career Club for scholarships and educational expenses; $239,876 to various recipients in Tucson for scholarships and educational expenses; and $100,000 to Discovery Children’s Museum for support. Other substantial grants included $83,025 to the University of Arizona for scholarships and educational expenses and $62,500 to Pusch Ridge Christian Academy for support.
The foundation states that it does not restrict giving to preselected organizations. For scholarship applications, the filing lists a resume, proof of academic standing, and proof of financial need as required materials. Awards are paid directly to the educational institution for tuition or other education-related costs, with preference given to Pima County, Arizona residents. The listed application contact is LUCY KIN LAPAN COLLEGE CLUB.
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
The 2024 filing lists Lisa Lapan as president, David Lapan as vice president, Dana Lapan as secretary, and Jackie Lapan as CEO.
Lapan Memorial Sunshine Foundation Inc is led by Jackie Lapan, CEO on every filing since 2021; 1 of 4 officers listed in 2024 is compensated.
Officers on the 2024 filing
Jackie Lapan
CEO
On filings since 2021
40 hrs/week
$86K (2023) → $93K (2024)
Lisa Lapan
President
On filings since 2020
3 hrs/week
No compensation reported
David Lapan
Vice President
On filings since 2020
3 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Dana Lapan
Secretary
New on the 2024 filing
3 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Former officers (1)
- Former: Lucy Kin (2020–2023) — Executive 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 $93K, to Jackie Lapan (CEO).
Frequently asked questions about Lapan Memorial Sunshine Foundation Inc
How much does Lapan Memorial Sunshine Foundation Inc give each year?
Lapan Memorial Sunshine Foundation Inc gave $1.8M across 36 grants in 2024, according to its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. In 2023 it gave $1.8M across 47 grants.
What is Lapan Memorial Sunshine Foundation Inc's typical grant size?
Lapan Memorial Sunshine Foundation Inc's median grant in 2024 was $3,927, and its average grant was $50,873, across 36 grants on its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. Organizations receiving their first grant from Lapan Memorial Sunshine Foundation Inc that year got $30K on average.
Where does Lapan Memorial Sunshine Foundation Inc give grants?
Lapan Memorial Sunshine Foundation Inc gives mostly in Arizona: 94% of the grant dollars itemized on its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF went to recipients there. The next largest state was Nevada (5%). The most frequent recipient cities were Tucson, AZ (17 grants), Phoenix, AZ (5 grants) and Tempe, AZ (3 grants).
Does Lapan Memorial Sunshine Foundation Inc give general operating support?
Not in 2024: none of the 36 grants with a stated purpose on Lapan Memorial Sunshine Foundation Inc's 2024 IRS Form 990-PF were described as general or operating support. Recurring purposes include "Support" (19 grants) and "Scholarships and Educational Expenses" (14 grants).
Who are Lapan Memorial Sunshine Foundation Inc's largest grantees?
Lapan Memorial Sunshine Foundation Inc's largest 2024 grantees include ASU Foundation ($707,412), Lapan College and Career Club ($394,200) and Discovery Childrens Museum ($100,000), according to its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. Together they received 66% of its itemized 2024 grant dollars.
How large is Lapan Memorial Sunshine Foundation Inc?
Lapan Memorial Sunshine Foundation Inc reported $30.9M in total assets on its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. It paid out $2.4M in qualifying distributions that year, against a required minimum of $995K (roughly 5% of its investment assets).
What does Lapan Memorial Sunshine Foundation Inc fund?
The foundation’s stated mission is to help students from underserved communities pursue their dreams by providing scholarships, mentorship, access to opportunities, and support for needs beyond school costs. See mission & focus areas ↑
How do I apply for a grant from Lapan Memorial Sunshine Foundation Inc?
Lapan Memorial Sunshine Foundation Inc has no public application process in the sources Grantable reviewed. Check lapansunshinefoundation.org for current guidelines, or contact the foundation directly before submitting a request.
What is Lapan Memorial Sunshine Foundation Inc's EIN?
Lapan Memorial Sunshine Foundation Inc's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 88-0192311. 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.
Data update history
(1)
When this profile's IRS filing data changed on Grantable
- IRS filings on file for fiscal years 2020–2024
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