The J K Lowder Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The J K Lowder Family Foundation is a private foundation in Montgomery, Alabama. In tax year 2025 it gave $1.4 million in 47 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 and the largest $650,000. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$1.4 million
- Number of grants47
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$650,000
- Assets$18.9 million
- New grantees2%
Giving in 2025 was up from $955,716 the year before.
2% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, so most of its money goes to organizations it already funds.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $618,752 | 54 | $17.1 million |
| 2024 | $955,716 | 52 | $17.5 million |
| 2025 | $1.4 million | 47 | $18.9 million |
How to apply
The J K Lowder Family Foundation says in its IRS filing that it only makes contributions to preselected organizations, so unsolicited applications are unlikely to be considered. Organizations it funds are usually invited.
Foundation website IRS filings on ProPublica
What The J K Lowder Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 5 states, the most to Alabama.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Alabama | 42 | $1.3 million |
| Georgia | 2 | $55,000 |
| Missouri | 1 | $10,000 |
| Texas | 1 | $2,500 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $2,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Alabama Shakespeare Festival (Endowmentcapital) | Support for performing arts | $650,000 |
| Alabama Shakespeare Festival (Board Compaign) | Support for performing arts | $125,000 |
| Auburn College of Business | Funding for general program expenditures | $75,000 |
| Auburn University Tigers Unlimited | Funding for general program expenditures | $75,000 |
| Montessori School at Hampstead | Funding for general program expenditures | $50,000 |
| River Region United Way | Community support | $50,000 |
| Alabama Shakespeare Festival - Gala | Support for performing arts | $35,000 |
| Mission to North America | Community support | $35,000 |
| Frazier Memorial UMC | Funding for general program expenditures | $25,000 |
| Valiant Cross Academy | Funding for general program expenditures | $25,000 |
| Family Sunshine Center | Funding for general program expenditures | $20,000 |
| Montgomery Academy | Funding for general program expenditures | $20,000 |
| Reformed Theological Seminary | Community support | $20,000 |
| Cloverdale Playhouse | Capital campaign contribution | $15,000 |
| Montgomery Museum of Fine Arts | Funding for general program expenditures | $12,500 |
| Capri Community Film Society Inc | Funding for general program expenditures | $12,000 |
| A Education Partnership | Community support | $10,000 |
| Fellowship of Christian Athletes | Funding for general program expenditures | $10,000 |
| Montgomery Symphony Association | Gift to mso and the youth orchestra | $10,000 |
| Liberty Learning Foundation | Funding for general program expenditures | $7,000 |
| Alabama Dance Theatre | Dance education outreach program | $5,000 |
| Alabama Institute for Education in the Arts (Aiea) | Funding for general program expenditures | $5,000 |
| Clefworks Inc | Community support | $5,000 |
| Humane Society | Funding for general program expenditures | $5,000 |
| Joy to Life Foundation | Funding for general program expenditures | $5,000 |
| Montgomery Area Zoological Society | Community support | $5,000 |
| Montgomery Christian School | Funding for general program expenditures | $5,000 |
| Selmamontgomerytuskegee Tennis Inc | Funding for general program expenditures | $5,000 |
| Service Dogs of Alabama | Funding for general program expenditures | $5,000 |
| YMCA Metro Partners With Youth | Community support | $5,000 |
| Leadership Montgomery (Group #4 Project) | Community support | $5,000 |
| Jackson Hospital Foundation | Funding for general program expenditures | $3,000 |
| Boy Scouts of America-Tukabatchee Area Councils Clay Shoot | Funding for general program expenditures | $2,500 |
| Girls on the Run | Funding for general program expenditures | $2,500 |
| Samaritan Counseling Center Inc | Funding for general program expenditures | $2,500 |
| American Red Cross | Funding for general program expenditures | $2,000 |
| Child Protect | Funding for general program expenditures | $1,500 |
| Family Guidance Center of Alabama Inc | Funding for general program expenditures | $1,500 |
| YMCA Hitchcock Award | Community support | $1,500 |
| Alabama Coastal Foundation | Community support | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- James K Lowder
- Margaret B Lowder
- Emily L Wootten
- Joshua K Lowder
- Anna C Lowder
Questions people ask
Does The J K Lowder Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The J K Lowder Family Foundation give?
$1.4 million in tax year 2025, across 47 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs The J K Lowder Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists James K Lowder (President), Margaret B Lowder (Vice President), Emily L Wootten (Executive Director) and Joshua K Lowder (Director) among 5 officers and trustees.
What does The J K Lowder Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly arts and culture, education and human services.