Lyons Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Lyons Family Foundation is a private foundation in Wilmington, Delaware. In tax year 2024 it gave $38,314 in 6 grants; the typical grant was $4,250 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 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$38,314
- Number of grants6
- Typical grant$4,250
- Largest grant$20,000
- Assets$1.1 million
- New grantees40%
Giving in 2024 was up from $10,500 the year before.
40% of its 2024 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a sign it is open to new organizations.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $10,500 | 3 | $963,748 |
| 2024 | $38,314 | 6 | $1.1 million |
How to apply
Lyons 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 Lyons Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to Alabama.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Alabama | 5 | $34,814 |
| Pennsylvania | 1 | $3,500 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Altamont School | Tennis Court Capital Campaign | $20,000 |
| Independent Presbyterian Church | General & Unrestricted | $8,000 |
| Birmingham Ultra Trail Society | General & Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| Trustees of the University of Pennsylvania | The Penn Fund, The Engineering Annual Giving Fund, The Iraj Zandi Fellowship Fund, The Penn Libraries Fund, The Lightweight Rowing Fund | $3,500 |
| Desert Island Supply Co | General & Unrestricted | $1,000 |
| Independent Presbyterian Church | TO SUPPORT Dominican Republic Mission Trip | $814 |
Officers and trustees
- Lori Lyons
- Matthew Lyons
Questions people ask
Does Lyons Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Lyons Family Foundation give?
$38,314 in tax year 2024, across 6 grants, with a typical grant of $4,250.
Who runs Lyons Family Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Lori Lyons (Dir, Pres) and Matthew Lyons (Dir, Sec, Treas).
What does Lyons Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education and faith communities.