Lone Star Justice Alliance
Lone Star Justice Alliance (LSJA) is an Austin, Texas-based public charity established in 2017. It works to address systemic failures in the justice system through advocacy, legal services, and evidence-based programs intended to improve outcomes for youth and emerging adults.
Lone Star Justice Alliance at a glance
In short: Lone Star Justice Alliance gave $91K across 12 grants in 2024 (avg $8K), mostly in Texas. Source: 2024 IRS Form 990.
- Annual giving (2024)
- $91,370
- Grants made (2024)
- 12
- Average grant
- $7,614
- Median grant
- $6,000
- Total assets
- $1,585,358
- +17.2% vs 2023
- Primary geography
- Texas (100% of itemized 2024 grant dollars)
- Latest 990 filing
- Form 990, 2024 View filing
Data from IRS Form 990, 2024; updated September 2026.
How to apply to Lone Star Justice Alliance
- Contact
Mailing address: 3809 S 1St St, Austin, TX 78704
Phone: (512) 394-5791
Website: https://lonestarjusticealliance.org
Application details from Grantable's research on the foundation's public materials; confirm on its website before applying.
Who Lone Star Justice Alliance funds
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 10 recipients in 2024
The largest 2024 recipient was Utmb Galveston ($25K). Together the top 10 received $79K.
Grant Size Distribution
12 grants across all recorded years
The most common grant size was under $50K: 12 grants of 12 (100%).
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
All 2024 grant dollars went to recipients in Texas. The listed recipients were in Galveston, Dallas, Lancaster, or Mesquite. LSJA’s website describes its policy work as statewide in Texas.
Grant Distribution by State
Share of 2024 grant dollars across all 12 itemized grants.
States
Cities
Giving History
Giving Over Time
Total grant dollars and number of grants per year
In 2024 it made 12 grants totaling $91K.
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Utmb Galveston Galveston, TX | To Further the Organization's Mission | $25,370 |
| AES Literacy Institute Incorporated Dallas, TX | To Further the Organization's Mission | $6,000 |
| Teens Moving Forward Lancaster, TX | To Further the Organization's Mission | $6,000 |
| Abundant Life Ame Church Dallas, TX | To Further the Organization's Mission | $6,000 |
| Cedar Crest Comets Foundation Dallas, TX | To Further the Organization's Mission | $6,000 |
| Bold Believers United Dallas, TX | To Further the Organization's Mission | $6,000 |
| South Dallas Parent Coalition Dallas, TX | To Further the Organization's Mission | $6,000 |
| We Are Urban Dreams Inc Dallas, TX | To Further the Organization's Mission | $6,000 |
| From the Heart Church Ministries of Dallas Dallas, TX | To Further the Organization's Mission | $6,000 |
| Love Deposit Bank BC Dallas, TX | To Further the Organization's Mission | $6,000 |
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Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
| Filing year | Total Assets | Revenue | Expenses | Grants paid | Grants | Net Investment Income |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $1,585,358 | $2,483,152 | $2,380,440 | $91,370 | 12 | $1,296 |
| 2023 | $1,352,152 | $2,065,340 | $1,572,938 | — | — | — |
| 2022 | $678,098 | $1,528,771 | $1,368,124 | — | — | — |
| 2021 | $233,201 | $881,090 | $1,059,590 | — | — | — |
| 2020 | $295,907 | $1,220,795 | $1,345,735 | — | — | — |
Research compiled by Grantable AI from public sources. Last updated September 2026.
Mission & Focus Areas
LSJA’s stated mission is to address systemic failures in the justice system through advocacy and innovative evidence-based programs that improve life outcomes for youth and emerging adults.
Its filing describes three program areas. Through Reimagine Justice, LSJA works with community organizations, defense counsel, directly impacted people, and other stakeholders on place-based coalitions, policy advocacy, and training. Its Transformative Justice Model is described as an alternative to incarceration for emerging adults ages 17–24. Its strategic litigation includes legal services for children and emerging adults in the Texas justice system and for survivors of trafficking and domestic violence whose crimes are directly tied to their victimization.
Grantmaking
In 2024, LSJA reported giving $91,370 across 12 grants. Grant amounts ranged from $6,000 to $25,370, with a median of $6,000. The stated purpose for each listed grant was to further LSJA’s mission.
The largest grant was $25,370 to UTMB Galveston. Eleven other grants were $6,000 each, including grants to AES Literacy Institute Incorporated, Teens Moving Forward, Abundant Life AME Church, Cedar Crest Comets Foundation, Bold Believers United, South Dallas Parent Coalition, We Are Urban Dreams, From the Heart Church Ministries of Dallas, Love Deposit Bank BC, Power of the People, and Action Network. AES Literacy Institute describes its mission as helping under-educated and underprivileged adult learners pursue education and career training for self-sufficiency.
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
The 2024 filing lists Haley Jensen as board chairwoman. Board members listed are Caroline Kim, Ashley Pettus, Maureen Milligan, Doug Deason, Larry Robinson, Phillip J Yates, Reed Macy CFA, Marcy Mistrett, and Olivia Cole.
Lone Star Justice Alliance is led by Elizabeth Henneke, CEO since 2023 (on filings since 2020); 4 of 17 officers listed in 2024 are compensated.
Officers on the 2024 filing
Elizabeth Henneke
CEO
Executive Director → CEO, 2023
On filings since 2020
40 hrs/week
$122K (2020) → $156K (2024)
Haley Jensen
Board Chairwoman
Board Member → Board Chairwoman, 2022
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Nydia Thomas
Director of Training
New on the 2024 filing
40 hrs/week
$103K (2024)
Rachel Hampton
Secretary & Chief Mission Officer
On filings since 2023
40 hrs/week
$106K (2023) → $111K (2024)
Yulise Waters
CIO
On filings since 2023
40 hrs/week
$102K (2023) → $102K (2024)
Ashley Pettus
Board Member
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Caroline Kim
Board Member
Board Chairwoman → Board Member, 2022
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Courtney B. Perez
Board Member
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Doug Deason
Board Member
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Larry Robinson
Board Member
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Maureen Milligan
Board Member
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Phillip J. Yates
Board Member
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Reed Macy CFA
Board Member
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Marcy Mistrett
Board Member
On filings since 2021
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Debra Gore
Board Member
On filings since 2023
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Olivia Cole
Board Member
On filings since 2023
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Holly Kuzmich
Board Member
New on the 2024 filing
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Former officers (5)
- Former: Kerri McDonald (2020–2022) — Board Member
- Former: Stephanie Trevino (2020–2021) — Board Secretary & General Counsel
- Former: Haley Jensen Barb (2021) — Board Member
- Former: Allen Rothman (2020) — Board Member
- Former: Amy Beckstead (2020) — Board Member
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 $156K, to Elizabeth Henneke (CEO). 4 officers or directors reported compensation on that filing.
Frequently asked questions about Lone Star Justice Alliance
How much does Lone Star Justice Alliance give each year?
Lone Star Justice Alliance gave $91K across 12 grants in 2024, according to its 2024 IRS Form 990.
What is Lone Star Justice Alliance's typical grant size?
Lone Star Justice Alliance's median grant in 2024 was $6,000, and its average grant was $7,614, across 12 grants on its 2024 IRS Form 990.
Where does Lone Star Justice Alliance give grants?
Lone Star Justice Alliance gives mostly in Texas: 100% of the grant dollars itemized on its 2024 IRS Form 990 went to recipients there. The most frequent recipient cities were Dallas, TX (9 grants).
Does Lone Star Justice Alliance give general operating support?
Not in 2024: none of the 12 grants with a stated purpose on Lone Star Justice Alliance's 2024 IRS Form 990 were described as general or operating support. Recurring purposes include "To Further the Organization's Mission" (12 grants).
Who are Lone Star Justice Alliance's largest grantees?
Lone Star Justice Alliance's largest 2024 grantees include Utmb Galveston ($25,370), AES Literacy Institute Incorporated ($6,000) and Teens Moving Forward ($6,000), according to its 2024 IRS Form 990. Together they received 41% of its itemized 2024 grant dollars.
How large is Lone Star Justice Alliance?
Lone Star Justice Alliance reported $1.6M in total assets on its 2024 IRS Form 990. Its revenue that year was $2.5M.
What does Lone Star Justice Alliance fund?
LSJA’s stated mission is to address systemic failures in the justice system through advocacy and innovative evidence-based programs that improve life outcomes for youth and emerging adults. See mission & focus areas ↑
How do I apply for a grant from Lone Star Justice Alliance?
Lone Star Justice Alliance has no public application process in the sources Grantable reviewed. Check lonestarjusticealliance.org for current guidelines, or contact the foundation directly before submitting a request.
What is Lone Star Justice Alliance's EIN?
Lone Star Justice Alliance's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 82-2345921. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2020–2024.
Data last updated September 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990 filings. Research dossier generated September 2026.
Data update history
(2)
When this profile's IRS filing data changed on Grantable
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2024 (received by the IRS November 17, 2025)
- IRS filings on file for fiscal years 2020–2024
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Cite this profile
Grantable. (2026). Lone Star Justice Alliance funder profile. GrantGraph. Retrieved October 17, 2026, from https://grantable.co/funders/lone-star-justice-alliance-morg_62272ea4c64749d68dae38dd5375a3ca
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