The Lois M Collier Charitable Trust
Preselected recipients only
The Lois M Collier Charitable Trust is a private foundation in Palm Beach, Florida. In tax year 2024 it gave $33.3 million in 13 grants; the typical grant was $175,000 and the largest $15.4 million. 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$33.3 million
- Number of grants13
- Typical grant$175,000
- Largest grant$15.4 million
- Assets$0
- New grantees31%
Giving in 2024 was up from $3.8 million the year before.
31% 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 | $3.8 million | 10 | $32.2 million |
| 2024 | $33.3 million | 13 | $0 |
How to apply
The Lois M Collier Charitable Trust 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 Lois M Collier Charitable Trust funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 7 states, the most to Florida.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Florida | 2 | $15.4 million |
| New York | 5 | $12.2 million |
| Indiana | 2 | $3.6 million |
| Pennsylvania | 1 | $2.0 million |
| Illinois | 1 | $50,000 |
| North Carolina | 1 | $25,000 |
| Texas | 1 | $25,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Comm Foundation of PB & Martin CNT Community Foundation of Palm Beach & Martin Counti | Community revitalization& education | $15.4 million |
| City Harvest City Harvest | Provide food for the hungry | $11.3 million |
| University of Southern Indiana University of Southern Indiana | Educational scholarships | $2.5 million |
| Bryn Mawr College Bryn Mawr College | Provide opportunities to students | $2.0 million |
| University of Evansville University of Evansville | Educational scholarships | $1.0 million |
| Doe Fund Doe Fund | Fighting poverty and homelessness | $500,000 |
| City Meals on Wheels City Meals on Wheels | Prep & delivery of meals to elderly | $175,000 |
| Equine Rescue Resources Inc Equine Rescue Resources Inc | Rescue & protect animals | $125,000 |
| Amer Soc for Prev of Cruelty to Ani Prev of Cruelty to Animals | Rescue and protect animals | $100,000 |
| Family Promise of Jacksonville Family Promise of Jacksonville | Fighting poverty & homelessness | $50,000 |
| Ronald McDonald House Charities Inc Ronald McDonald House Charities Inc | Caring for families w/ ill children | $50,000 |
| Irreverent Warriors Irreverent Warriors | Fighting veteran suicide | $25,000 |
| Heart of the Foothills Animal Rescu Heart of the Foothills Animal Rescue | Rescue and protect animals | $25,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Daniel A Hanley
- Robert Swan
Questions people ask
Does The Lois M Collier Charitable Trust accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Lois M Collier Charitable Trust give?
$33.3 million in tax year 2024, across 13 grants, with a typical grant of $175,000.
Who runs The Lois M Collier Charitable Trust?
Its 2024 filing lists Daniel A Hanley (Trustee) and Robert Swan (Trustee).
What does The Lois M Collier Charitable Trust fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, food and hunger and human services.