Lou Church Educational Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
Lou Church Educational Foundation Inc is a private foundation in Fort Lauderdale, Florida. In tax year 2025 it gave $150,000 in 4 grants; the typical grant was $37,500 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$150,000
- Number of grants4
- Typical grant$37,500
- Largest grant$50,000
- Assets$2.9 million
- New grantees25%
Giving in 2025 was the same as $150,000 the year before.
25% 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 | $132,000 | 6 | $2.8 million |
| 2024 | $150,000 | 5 | $2.8 million |
| 2025 | $150,000 | 4 | $2.9 million |
How to apply
Lou Church Educational Foundation Inc 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 Lou Church Educational Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to Florida.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Florida | 3 | $100,000 |
| Georgia | 1 | $50,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Teix Teach Every Nation | General | $50,000 |
| Palm Beach Atlantic University | General | $50,000 |
| Westminister Academy | General | $25,000 |
| Relate Live Well | General | $25,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Margaret Helmholdt
- Rick Jaye
- Christian Duhaime
- Trish Torian
Questions people ask
Does Lou Church Educational Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Lou Church Educational Foundation Inc give?
$150,000 in tax year 2025, across 4 grants, with a typical grant of $37,500.
Who runs Lou Church Educational Foundation Inc?
Its 2025 filing lists Margaret Helmholdt (Pres/Dir), Rick Jaye (Dir), Christian Duhaime (Dir) and Trish Torian (Dir).
What does Lou Church Educational Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education.