The Henry and Winifred Lyons Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Henry and Winifred Lyons Foundation is a private foundation in Beverly Hills, California. In tax year 2025 it gave $69,500 in 14 grants; the typical grant was $3,000 and the largest $20,000. 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$69,500
- Number of grants14
- Typical grant$3,000
- Largest grant$20,000
- Assets$1.8 million
- New grantees0%
Giving in 2025 was up from $63,500 the year before.
0% 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 | $52,200 | 14 | $1.1 million |
| 2024 | $63,500 | 15 | $1.2 million |
| 2025 | $69,500 | 14 | $1.8 million |
How to apply
The Henry and Winifred Lyons 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 The Henry and Winifred Lyons Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 6 states, the most to Massachusetts.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Massachusetts | 8 | $49,500 |
| California | 2 | $10,000 |
| Montana | 1 | $3,000 |
| New Hampshire | 1 | $2,500 |
| Pennsylvania | 1 | $2,500 |
| Rhode Island | 1 | $2,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Concord Art Association | As needed | $20,000 |
| Fenn School | As needed | $10,000 |
| Eaglebrook Annual Fund | As needed | $6,000 |
| Children's Hospital of Los Angeles | As needed | $5,000 |
| Good Shepherd Catholic Church | As needed | $5,000 |
| Boys and Girls Club of Greater Lowell | As needed | $3,000 |
| Harvard College Fund | As needed | $3,000 |
| International Deaf Education Association | As needed | $3,000 |
| Byrn Mawr College | As needed | $2,500 |
| Greater Lowell Community Foundation | As needed | $2,500 |
| Smith College Fund | As needed | $2,500 |
| St Charles Borromeo Church | As needed | $2,500 |
| St Mary's Church | As needed | $2,500 |
| Portsmouth Abbey School | As needed | $2,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Robert W Lyons
Questions people ask
Does The Henry and Winifred Lyons Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Henry and Winifred Lyons Foundation give?
$69,500 in tax year 2025, across 14 grants, with a typical grant of $3,000.
Who runs The Henry and Winifred Lyons Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Robert W Lyons (Trustee).
What does The Henry and Winifred Lyons Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, faith communities and youth programs.