The Lyons Aviation Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Lyons Aviation Foundation is a private foundation in East Lake, Colorado. In tax year 2025 it gave $10,000 in 5 grants; the typical grant was $1,500 and the largest $3,000. 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$10,000
- Number of grants5
- Typical grant$1,500
- Largest grant$3,000
- Assets$288
Giving in 2025 was down from $10,500 the year before.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $6,000 | 4 | $5,286 |
| 2024 | $10,500 | 5 | $3,265 |
| 2025 | $10,000 | 5 | $288 |
How to apply
The Lyons Aviation 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.
Foundation website IRS filings on ProPublica
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to Indiana.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Indiana | 2 | $4,500 |
| Texas | 1 | $2,500 |
| Georgia | 1 | $1,500 |
| Nebraska | 1 | $1,500 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Individual | Flight Training | $3,000 |
| Individual | Flight Training | $2,500 |
| Individual | Flight Training | $1,500 |
| Individual | Flight Training | $1,500 |
| Individual | Flight training | $1,500 |
Officers and trustees
- Joseph Lyons
- John Lyons
- Jeffery Peterson
Questions people ask
Does The Lyons Aviation Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Lyons Aviation Foundation give?
$10,000 in tax year 2025, across 5 grants, with a typical grant of $1,500.
Who runs The Lyons Aviation Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Joseph Lyons (President), John Lyons (VP) and Jeffery Peterson (Treasurer).