Steve Lockton Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Steve Lockton Family Foundation is a private foundation in Denver, Colorado. In tax year 2025 it gave $565,000 in 6 grants; the typical grant was $22,500 and the largest $400,000. 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$565,000
- Number of grants6
- Typical grant$22,500
- Largest grant$400,000
- Assets$4.7 million
- New grantees20%
Giving in 2025 was up from $355,000 the year before.
20% of its 2025 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 | $245,000 | 3 | $1.8 million |
| 2024 | $355,000 | 5 | $1.7 million |
| 2025 | $565,000 | 6 | $4.7 million |
How to apply
Steve Lockton 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 Steve Lockton Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 6 states, the most to Texas.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Texas | 1 | $400,000 |
| Colorado | 1 | $100,000 |
| California | 1 | $25,000 |
| Ohio | 1 | $20,000 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $10,000 |
| Missouri | 1 | $10,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| SMU Foundation | Garry weber complex | $400,000 |
| Individual | Scholarships | $100,000 |
| Pancreatic Cancer Action Network (Pancan) | Cancer research and support | $25,000 |
| Phi Delta Theta Foundation | Scholarships | $20,000 |
| Big Brothers Big Sisters Kansas City | Mentorship | $10,000 |
| Greenlight Fund | Community benefit | $10,000 |
Officers and trustees
- John Stephen Lockton
- Joseph A Jezak
Questions people ask
Does Steve Lockton Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Steve Lockton Family Foundation give?
$565,000 in tax year 2025, across 6 grants, with a typical grant of $22,500.
Who runs Steve Lockton Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists John Stephen Lockton (Trustee) and Joseph A Jezak (Trustee).
What does Steve Lockton Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education.