The Luther Family Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
The Luther Family Foundation Inc is a private foundation in Vero Beach, Florida. In tax year 2025 it gave $115,815 in 31 grants; the typical grant was $2,000 and the largest $19,015. 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$115,815
- Number of grants31
- Typical grant$2,000
- Largest grant$19,015
- Assets$2.8 million
- New grantees16%
Giving in 2025 was up from $104,015 the year before.
16% 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 | $102,015 | 24 | $2.3 million |
| 2024 | $104,015 | 31 | $2.4 million |
| 2025 | $115,815 | 31 | $2.8 million |
How to apply
The Luther Family 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 The Luther Family Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 10 states, the most to Florida.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Florida | 19 | $69,800 |
| Georgia | 1 | $19,015 |
| Wyoming | 4 | $6,000 |
| Arizona | 1 | $5,000 |
| Kentucky | 1 | $5,000 |
| Maryland | 1 | $3,500 |
| Utah | 1 | $3,000 |
| South Carolina | 1 | $2,000 |
| New York | 1 | $1,250 |
| Tennessee | 1 | $1,250 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Mercer University | Further charitable purpose | $19,015 |
| Alzheimer & Parkinson Assoc of Irc | Further charitable purpose | $15,000 |
| Indian River Education Fund | Further charitable purpose | $10,000 |
| Vero Beach Fighting Indians Lacrosse Club | Further charitable purpose | $8,500 |
| Gifford Youth Achievement Center | Further charitable purpose | $5,500 |
| Scholarship Foundation of Irc | Further charitable purpose | $5,500 |
| Turning Point USA | Further charitable purpose | $5,000 |
| Wku College Heights Foundation | Further charitable purpose | $5,000 |
| The Michael J Fox Foundation for Parkinson's Research | Further charitable purpose | $3,500 |
| Community Foundation of Jackson Hole | Further charitable purpose | $3,000 |
| Little P Project | Further charitable purpose | $3,000 |
| Mental Health Association in Irc | Further charitable purpose | $3,000 |
| The Learning Alliance | Further charitable purpose | $3,000 |
| United Way of Indian River County | Further charitable purpose | $3,000 |
| Vna & Hospice Foundation | Further charitable purpose | $2,300 |
| Habitat for Humanity | Further charitable purpose | $2,000 |
| Lowcountry Land Trust | Further charitable purpose | $2,000 |
| McKee Botanical Garden | Further charitable purpose | $2,000 |
| Quail Valley Charities | Further charitable purpose | $2,000 |
| St Edward's School | Further charitable purpose | $2,000 |
| The Arc of Indian River County | Further charitable purpose | $2,000 |
| Teton Literacy Center | Further charitable purpose | $1,500 |
| St Jude Children's Research Hospital | Further charitable purpose | $1,250 |
| Tunnels to Towers | Further charitable purpose | $1,250 |
| Indian River Land Trust | Further charitable purpose | $1,000 |
| Jackson Hole Land Trust | Further charitable purpose | $1,000 |
| Riverside Theatre | Further charitable purpose | $1,000 |
| The Source | Further charitable purpose | $1,000 |
| Children's Pavilion Orlando Health Foundation | Further charitable purpose | $500 |
| The Hope for Families Center | Further charitable purpose | $500 |
| Wyoming Public Media | Further charitable purpose | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- John M Luther
- Nancy R Luther
- Kristin L Lockwood
- Lindsay L Brandenburg
- Jennifer L Langston
Questions people ask
Does The Luther Family Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Luther Family Foundation Inc give?
$115,815 in tax year 2025, across 31 grants, with a typical grant of $2,000.
Who runs The Luther Family Foundation Inc?
Its 2025 filing lists John M Luther (President), Nancy R Luther (Vice President), Kristin L Lockwood (Secretary) and Lindsay L Brandenburg (Treasurer) among 5 officers and trustees.
What does The Luther Family Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, health and environment and conservation.