Lakehurst Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Lakehurst Foundation is a private foundation in Fort Lauderdale, Florida. In tax year 2025 it gave $177,500 in 11 grants; the typical grant was $15,000 and the largest $50,000. 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$177,500
- Number of grants11
- Typical grant$15,000
- Largest grant$50,000
- Assets$8.8 million
- New grantees18%
Giving in 2025 was down from $275,000 the year before.
18% 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 | $240,000 | 11 | $6.8 million |
| 2024 | $275,000 | 13 | $7.6 million |
| 2025 | $177,500 | 11 | $8.8 million |
How to apply
Lakehurst 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 Lakehurst Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to Ohio.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Ohio | 10 | $157,500 |
| New Jersey | 1 | $20,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| John Carroll University | General contribution; partial payment of 2010 pledge | $50,000 |
| Kiddie City Child Care Community | General contribution | $30,000 |
| Centenary University | Kathleen coakley koch '67 scholarship | $20,000 |
| Western Reserve Land Conservancy | General contribution | $20,000 |
| Case Western Reserve University | General contribution | $15,000 |
| Smiles With Style | General contribution | $15,000 |
| Cleveland Clinic | General contribution - philanthropy institute | $7,500 |
| Gilmour Academy | General contribution | $5,000 |
| Ideastream Public Media | General contribution | $5,000 |
| Regina Health Center | Let there be light campaign | $5,000 |
| Western Reserve Academy | General contribution | $5,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Charles J Koch
- Kathleen C Koch
- Charles B Koch
- John P Koch
- Ronald E Bates
Questions people ask
Does Lakehurst Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Lakehurst Foundation give?
$177,500 in tax year 2025, across 11 grants, with a typical grant of $15,000.
Who runs Lakehurst Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Charles J Koch (President), Kathleen C Koch (Secretary), Charles B Koch (Trustee) and John P Koch (Trustee) among 5 officers and trustees.
What does Lakehurst Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education and health.