The Life Time Foundation is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization created by Life Time, Inc., headquartered in Chanhassen, Minnesota. Established in 2003 and granted tax-exempt status in 2021, the Foundation operates with a lean staff of 6 employees. The organization functions as both a grantmaker and direct action implementer, supporting initiatives that promote healthy living for people and the planet.
Financial Overview
From 2024 IRS Form 990-PF · View filing
Total Assets
$2.6M
+10.7% YoY
Annual Giving
$1.3M
-28.4% YoY
Grant Count
23
+21.1% YoY
Avg Grant Size
$57K
-40.9% YoY
Mission & Focus Areas
Mission Statement: Healthy People, a Healthy Planet and a Healthy Way of Life.
The Foundation pursues its mission through three interconnected pillars:
Youth Nutrition The Foundation supports public K-12 schools in serving wholesome, nourishing, minimally processed food to students. Programming includes providing expert guidance on ingredients and label analysis through the Green Onion Tool, a free online resource for school nutrition professionals, and funding staff trainings related to food production and distribution. The Foundation also provides grants for kitchen facility improvements and school food system enhancements.
Youth Movement The Foundation champions physical movement programs that encourage children to become active and excited about movement for life. Since 2022, the Foundation has contributed more than $600,000 in grants to community organizations and schools offering safe, fun, and enriching physical activity programs.
Healthy Planet Introduced as a mission pillar in 2023, this program partners with schools and nonprofit organizations to promote reforestation and conservation initiatives to address climate change and greenhouse gas emissions.
Grantmaking
Life Time, Inc. covers all operational costs of the Foundation, meaning every dollar contributed directly supports programs and grantmaking.
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Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
The Foundation funds nationwide, with documented activity in multiple states including Minnesota and Florida.
Grant Distribution by State
States
Cities
Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
2023 Financial Data
- Total Revenue: $2,863,171
- Total Expenses: $2,627,241
- Total Assets: $2,339,847
- Total Liabilities: $274,000
Rating The Foundation holds a Four-Star rating with a 90% score based on Accountability & Finance metrics.
| Metric | 2024 | 2023 | 2022 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Assets | $2,589,444 | $2,339,847 | $2,205,014 |
| Revenue | $2,630,212 | $2,863,171 | $2,241,928 |
| Expenses | $2,124,149 | $2,627,241 | $2,579,074 |
| Qualifying Distributions | — | — | — |
| Net Investment Income | — | — | — |
| Distributable Amount | — | — | — |
Giving Over Time
Total grant dollars and number of grants per year
Grant Insights
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 10 recipients in 2024
Grant Size Distribution
120 grants across all recorded years
Open Grants
3 open opportunities from Life Time Foundation
Get Kids Moving! Grant Program
LIFE TIME FOUNDATION
Amount
Varies
Deadline
Rolling / Open
Life Time Foundation Athlete Program
LIFE TIME FOUNDATION
Amount
Variable (funds raised by athletes)
Deadline
Rolling / Open
Youth Nutrition Grant Program
LIFE TIME FOUNDATION
Amount
$80,000
Deadline
Rolling / Open
Giving History
Grant recipients and amounts by year
Among its reported 2024 grants, the largest include American Forests ($300,000), The Fund for Public Schools - Nyc Doe ($150,000), Wellness in the Schools ($100,000).
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| MINNEAPOLIS PUBLIC SCHOOLS MINNEAPLOIS, MN | CHILDREN'S NUTRITION | $29,500 |
| THE EDUCATION FUND MIAMI LAKES, FL | CHILDREN'S NUTRITION | $50,000 |
| SUGI FOUNDATION SAN FRANCISCO, CA | YOUTH MOVEMENT | $38,000 |
| MIAMI-DADE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS MIAMI, FL | YOUTH MOVEMENT | $6,384 |
| CHEFFYK AND CA LLC CHELAN, WA | CHILDREN'S NUTRITION | $11,991 |
| SWAN SOLUTIONS LLC PACE, FL | CHILDREN'S NUTRITION - CLEAN LABEL DATABASE | $35,063 |
| AMERICAN FORESTS WASHINGTON, DC | ENVIRONMENT | $300,000 |
| CITY PARKS FOUNDATIOATION NEW YORK, NY | ENVIRONMENT | $40,000 |
| CITY PARKS FOUNDATIOATION NEW YORK, NY | YOUTH MOVEMENT | $45,000 |
| CITY PARKS FOUNDATIOATION NEW YORK, NY | CHILDREN'S NUTRITION | $15,000 |
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
Key Staff
- Valeria La Rosa: Foundation Program Director
Compensation Overview
From 2024 IRS filing
From 2024 filing
| Name | Title | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| BAHRAM AKRADI | CHAIR AND PRESIDENT | 1 | — |
| AARON SWITZ | DIRECTOR - BOARD MEMBER | 1 | — |
| BRITTANY REGER | DIRECTOR - BOARD MEMBER | 1 | — |
| CORY SVIHLA | DIRECTOR - BOARD MEMBER | 1 | — |
| EMILY AKRADI | DIRECTOR - BOARD MEMBER | 1 | — |
| JOHN GRIFFITH | DIRECTOR- BOARD MEMBER | 1 | — |
| KATIE HEPLER | DIRECTOR- BOARD MEMBER | 1 | — |
| MATT TESKE | DIRECTOR - BOARD MEMBER (START 10/24) | 1 | — |
| MECHELLE FREEMAN | DIRECTOR - BOARD MEMBER | 1 | — |
| TAMI KOZIKOWSKI | DIRECTOR - BOARD MEMBER | 1 | — |
| KIMO SEYMOUR | VICE CHAIR, EXECUTIVE DIR. & TREASURER | 1 | — |
Recent News & Activity
Recent developments and announcements
**January 2026:** Life Time Foundation invested in Miami's future during Marathon Weekend
**February 2026:** Foundation announced Move for a Life Time, the next chapter of its annual children's health fundraiser
Life Time Foundation Announces Move for a Life Time, the Next Chapter of**2024:** Awarded over $1.5 million in grants to support environmental and youth-focused initiatives nationwide
Life Time Foundation Awards Over $1.5 Million in Grants in 2024 to ...Subject Areas
Focus areas based on grantmaking activity
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Life Time Foundation fund?
**Mission Statement:** Healthy People, a Healthy Planet and a Healthy Way of Life. The Foundation pursues its mission through three interconnected pillars: **Youth Nutrition** The Foundation supports public K-12 schools in serving wholesome, nourishing, minimally processed food to students. Programming includes providing expert guidance on ingredients and label analysis through the Green Onion Tool, a free online resource for school nutrition professionals, and funding staff trainings related t…
How do I apply for a grant from Life Time Foundation?
**Grant Activity** • Annual grants made: $1,122,540 • Total grants awarded in 2024: Over $1.5 million to support environmental and youth-focused initiatives nationwide • Since 2011, the Foundation has provided $7.5 million in grants and direct action supporting youth nutrition and movement **Impact Reach** • Youth Nutrition: Impacted more than 500 school districts, nearly 11,000 schools, and approximately 6.3 million students • Youth Movement: Supported programs reaching more than 25,000 childr…
Where does Life Time Foundation make grants?
The Foundation funds nationwide, with documented activity in multiple states including Minnesota and Florida.
What size grants does Life Time Foundation award?
In 2024, Life Time Foundation awarded 23 grants totaling $1.3M — an average of about $57K per grant, based on its IRS Form 990 filings.
What is Life Time Foundation's EIN?
Life Time Foundation's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 03-0533192. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2020–2024.
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Data last updated June 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990-PF filings. Research dossier generated April 2026.
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