Mark C Lemons Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Mark C Lemons Foundation is a private foundation in Santa Monica, California. In tax year 2024 it gave $512,537 in 34 grants; the typical grant was $10,000 and the largest $143,500. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$512,537
- Number of grants34
- Typical grant$10,000
- Largest grant$143,500
- Assets$10.6 million
- New grantees38%
Giving in 2024 was up from $446,809 the year before.
38% of its 2024 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a mix of repeat and new grantees.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $446,809 | 32 | $9.7 million |
| 2024 | $512,537 | 34 | $10.6 million |
How to apply
Mark C Lemons 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 Mark C Lemons Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 5 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 28 | $406,007 |
| Utah | 3 | $45,665 |
| Indiana | 1 | $30,865 |
| Connecticut | 1 | $25,000 |
| Virginia | 1 | $5,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| University of Southern California | General support | $143,500 |
| Kappa Alpha Theta | General support | $30,865 |
| National Charity League | General support | $25,000 |
| Park City Community Fdn | General support | $25,000 |
| The Forman School | General support | $25,000 |
| Naturebridge | General support | $20,000 |
| All for Kids | General support | $20,000 |
| Aaple Academy Foundation | General support | $15,500 |
| Las Madrinas | General support | $15,000 |
| Rod Dedeaux Foundation | General support | $15,000 |
| Usssa Fdn (Ski and Snowboard) | General support | $15,000 |
| Mental Wellness Center | General support | $15,000 |
| Dream Foundation | General support | $13,025 |
| The Colleagues | General support | $11,500 |
| SBNL | General support | $10,100 |
| Foundation for SBHS | General support | $10,000 |
| Royal Pride Foundation | General support | $10,000 |
| Santa Barbara Community College | General support | $10,000 |
| Santa Barbara Girls Golf | General support | $10,000 |
| John Tracy Center | General support | $10,000 |
| Montecito Trails Foundation | General support | $10,000 |
| Huntsman Cancer Center | General support | $5,665 |
| Foodbank of Santa Barbara County | General support | $5,000 |
| Storyteller Children's Center | General support | $5,000 |
| Transition House of Santa Barbara | General support | $5,000 |
| Cada | General support | $5,000 |
| Kelly Brush Foundation | General support | $5,000 |
| Santa Barbara Track & Field | General support | $5,000 |
| United Boys and Girls Club of SB County | General support | $5,000 |
| ONE805LIVE | General support | $4,161 |
| Unity Shoppe | General support | $2,551 |
| Santa Barbara Rescue Mission | General support | $2,500 |
| Spark Rescue | General support | $2,160 |
| Teddy Bear Cancer Foundation | General support | $1,010 |
Officers and trustees
- Mark C Lemons
Questions people ask
Does Mark C Lemons Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Mark C Lemons Foundation give?
$512,537 in tax year 2024, across 34 grants, with a typical grant of $10,000.
Who runs Mark C Lemons Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Mark C Lemons (Trustee).
What does Mark C Lemons Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, youth programs and environment and conservation.