Lawrie Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Lawrie Family Foundation is a private foundation in Palm Beach, Florida. In tax year 2025 it gave $323,000 in 4 grants; the typical grant was $9,000 and the largest $300,000. 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$323,000
- Number of grants4
- Typical grant$9,000
- Largest grant$300,000
- Assets$8.1 million
- New grantees0%
Giving in 2025 was up from $303,000 the year before.
0% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, so most of its money goes to organizations it already funds.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $352,500 | 4 | $6.8 million |
| 2024 | $303,000 | 7 | $7.3 million |
| 2025 | $323,000 | 4 | $8.1 million |
How to apply
Lawrie 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 Lawrie Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to Pennsylvania.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Pennsylvania | 2 | $308,000 |
| Maine | 2 | $15,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Drexel University | JMLawrie global scholar program and General support | $300,000 |
| Mount Desert Island Hospital | General & Unrestricted | $10,000 |
| Drexel University | J.Michael Lawrie global leadership progam | $8,000 |
| Neighborhood House Club | General & Unrestricted | $5,000 |
Officers and trustees
- J Michael Lawrie
- Kimberley R Lawrie
Questions people ask
Does Lawrie Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Lawrie Family Foundation give?
$323,000 in tax year 2025, across 4 grants, with a typical grant of $9,000.
Who runs Lawrie Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists J Michael Lawrie (Trustee) and Kimberley R Lawrie (Trustee).
What does Lawrie Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education and international.