The Louderback Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Louderback Family Foundation is a private foundation in Wilmington, Delaware. In tax year 2024 it gave $501,500 in 27 grants; the typical grant was $10,000 and the largest $72,500. 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$501,500
- Number of grants27
- Typical grant$10,000
- Largest grant$72,500
- Assets$12.0 million
- New grantees27%
Giving in 2024 was up from $474,100 the year before.
27% of its 2024 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 | $474,100 | 27 | $11.0 million |
| 2024 | $501,500 | 27 | $12.0 million |
How to apply
The Louderback 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 The Louderback Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 7 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 17 | $303,000 |
| New Hampshire | 1 | $72,500 |
| Montana | 4 | $65,000 |
| Illinois | 2 | $25,000 |
| Colorado | 1 | $25,000 |
| New York | 1 | $10,000 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $1,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| For Inspiration and Recognition of Science and Tec | General & Unrestricted | $72,500 |
| American Friends of the Ocean Cleanup Foundation | General & Unrestricted | $50,000 |
| Catalyst Youth Network | General & Unrestricted | $50,000 |
| Warriors & Quiet Waters Foundation | General & Unrestricted | $37,500 |
| Marin Foster Care Association | General & Unrestricted | $33,000 |
| Tahoe Fund | Smartest Forest Fund | $28,000 |
| Boys & Girls Clubs of Oakland Inc | General & Unrestricted | $25,000 |
| California Waterfowl Association | General & Unrestricted | $25,000 |
| Lend A Hand Foundation Inc of Northern California | General & Unrestricted | $25,000 |
| St Jude Children's Research Hospital | General & Unrestricted | $25,000 |
| Montessori de Terra Linda | General & Unrestricted | $23,000 |
| Greater Chicago Food Depository | General & Unrestricted | $15,000 |
| Montana Independent Living Project Inc | to support Camp Bullwheel and to support completion of the boathouse and towards new cabins | $15,000 |
| American Foundation for Suicide Prevention | General & Unrestricted | $10,000 |
| Big Sky Youth Empowerment Project Inc | General & Unrestricted | $10,000 |
| Little League Baseball Inc | General & Unrestricted | $10,000 |
| Mountain Area Preservation Foundation | General & Unrestricted | $10,000 |
| Paws Chicago | General & Unrestricted | $10,000 |
| California Pilots Association | For the AWOS-2 ceilometer | $5,000 |
| Marine Applied Research and Exploration | General & Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| Ocean Awareness Project Inc | Sequoias of the Sea - project run by Natasha & Ana | $5,000 |
| Cancer Support Sonoma | General & Unrestricted | $3,000 |
| Ocean Awareness Project Inc | General & Unrestricted | $2,500 |
| Pass Creek School | General & Unrestricted | $2,500 |
| The Noyo Food Forest | General & Unrestricted | $2,500 |
| Pan-Massachusetts Challenge Inc | General & Unrestricted | $1,000 |
| San Domenico School | General & Unrestricted | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Kathryn Louderback
- Molly Louderback
- Thomas J Louderback
Questions people ask
Does The Louderback Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Louderback Family Foundation give?
$501,500 in tax year 2024, across 27 grants, with a typical grant of $10,000.
Who runs The Louderback Family Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Kathryn Louderback (Sec), Molly Louderback (Treas) and Thomas J Louderback (Pres, Dir).
What does The Louderback Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly youth programs, science and research and environment and conservation.