Lewan Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Lewan Family Foundation is a private foundation in Denver, Colorado. In tax year 2024 it gave $317,534 in 37 grants; the typical grant was $2,000 and the largest $105,000. 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$317,534
- Number of grants37
- Typical grant$2,000
- Largest grant$105,000
- Assets$506,037
- New grantees14%
Giving in 2024 was down from $433,800 the year before.
14% of its 2024 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 | $433,800 | 41 | $760,757 |
| 2024 | $317,534 | 37 | $506,037 |
How to apply
Lewan 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 Lewan Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 14 states, the most to Colorado.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Colorado | 21 | $293,589 |
| Michigan | 2 | $4,000 |
| Arizona | 1 | $3,000 |
| Illinois | 1 | $3,000 |
| Wisconsin | 2 | $2,500 |
| New Jersey | 1 | $2,000 |
| Texas | 1 | $2,000 |
| Missouri | 1 | $1,695 |
| Florida | 1 | $1,000 |
| Minnesota | 1 | $1,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Denver Seminary | General use | $105,000 |
| Fellowship of Christian Atheletes | General use | $40,000 |
| The Mom Co | General use | $25,000 |
| DARE2SHARE | General use | $20,000 |
| Project Cure | General use | $20,000 |
| Providence Network | General use | $20,000 |
| Global Trust Partners | General use | $10,000 |
| Deer Creek Church | General use | $10,000 |
| Valor High School | General use | $7,089 |
| Angel Tree | General use | $5,000 |
| Id Ra Ha Je | General use | $5,000 |
| Manna Resource Center | General use | $5,000 |
| Youth for Christ - Denver | General use | $5,000 |
| Teach Beyond | General use | $3,000 |
| Foundations Grace Christian Church | General use | $3,000 |
| Open Door Ministries | General use | $2,500 |
| Agape Christian Church | General use | $2,000 |
| Alternatives Pregnancy Center | General use | $2,000 |
| Anchor of Hope | General use | $2,000 |
| Beyond | General use | $2,000 |
| Church of the Risen Lord | General use | $2,000 |
| Crystal Clear Ministries | General use | $2,000 |
| Gem USA | General use | $2,000 |
| His Love Fellowship | General use | $2,000 |
| Ifca International | General use | $2,000 |
| The Masters Apprentice | General use | $2,000 |
| Villa Jubilee Foundation | General use | $2,000 |
| Wisconsin Inmate Education | General use | $2,000 |
| The Crossing | General use | $1,695 |
| Navigators | General use | $1,000 |
| Olive Branch Outreach | General use | $1,000 |
| Prison Fellowship | General use | $1,000 |
| World Team | General use | $1,000 |
| Mission Together | General use | $1,000 |
| Jaars | General use | $500 |
| Stacey E Mayer Foundation | General use | $500 |
| Billy Graham Evangelistic Association | General use | $250 |
Officers and trustees
- Marjorie A Lewan
- Lloyd S Lewan
- Kimberly Lewan Laydon
- Matthew R Lewan
- Jennifer E Lewan
Questions people ask
Does Lewan Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Lewan Family Foundation give?
$317,534 in tax year 2024, across 37 grants, with a typical grant of $2,000.
Who runs Lewan Family Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Marjorie A Lewan (President), Lloyd S Lewan (Vice President), Kimberly Lewan Laydon (Treasurer) and Matthew R Lewan (Director) among 5 officers and trustees.
What does Lewan Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, faith communities and international.