Lacey Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Lacey Family Foundation is a private foundation in Palo Alto, California. In tax year 2025 it gave $76,275 in 11 grants; the typical grant was $3,000 and the largest $32,500. 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$76,275
- Number of grants11
- Typical grant$3,000
- Largest grant$32,500
- Assets$679,812
- New grantees55%
Giving in 2025 was up from $54,850 the year before.
55% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a sign it is open to new organizations.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $37,050 | 16 | $657,673 |
| 2024 | $54,850 | 13 | $688,959 |
| 2025 | $76,275 | 11 | $679,812 |
How to apply
Lacey 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.
What Lacey Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 6 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 5 | $38,500 |
| Michigan | 1 | $19,000 |
| Oregon | 2 | $10,775 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $5,000 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $2,000 |
| Maine | 1 | $1,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Murphy's Paw | Animal health and welfare | $32,500 |
| Community Spay Neuter Initiative Pa | Animal health and welfare | $19,000 |
| Pawsitively Saved Rescue | Animal health and welfare | $7,775 |
| Planned Parenthood Federation of America | Provide reproductive health care | $5,000 |
| Westside Outreach and Rescue | Animal health and welfare | $3,500 |
| My Way Home Dog Rescue | Animal health and welfare | $3,000 |
| No Paws Left Behind | Animal health and welfare | $2,000 |
| Catheys K9 Rescue | Animal health and welfare | $1,000 |
| Little Trooper Ranch | Animal health and welfare | $1,000 |
| Paws Animal Adoption Center | Animal health and welfare | $1,000 |
| Red's Bully Rescue | Animal health and welfare | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- Carol Lacey
- James W Berger
Questions people ask
Does Lacey Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Lacey Family Foundation give?
$76,275 in tax year 2025, across 11 grants, with a typical grant of $3,000.
Who runs Lacey Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Carol Lacey (Trustee) and James W Berger (Trustee).
What does Lacey Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly health and animals.