The William W & Pamela C Lane Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The William W & Pamela C Lane Foundation is a private foundation in Vero Beach, Florida. In tax year 2025 it gave $165,400 in 60 grants; the typical grant was $1,500 and the largest $16,000. 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$165,400
- Number of grants60
- Typical grant$1,500
- Largest grant$16,000
- Assets$3.5 million
- New grantees17%
Giving in 2025 was up from $145,150 the year before.
17% 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 | $113,800 | 52 | $2.8 million |
| 2024 | $145,150 | 56 | $3.1 million |
| 2025 | $165,400 | 60 | $3.5 million |
How to apply
The William W & Pamela C Lane 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 The William W & Pamela C Lane Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 14 states, the most to Florida.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Florida | 16 | $65,750 |
| Illinois | 27 | $57,050 |
| Rhode Island | 1 | $10,000 |
| New Hampshire | 3 | $5,100 |
| Colorado | 1 | $5,000 |
| North Carolina | 1 | $5,000 |
| New York | 3 | $3,500 |
| Massachusetts | 2 | $3,000 |
| Ohio | 1 | $3,000 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $2,500 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Church of the Holy Comforter | To further the exempt purpose of the organization | $16,000 |
| Rhode Island School of Design | To further the exempt purpose of the organization | $10,000 |
| Riverside Theatre Inc | To further the exempt purpose of the organization | $10,000 |
| Vero Beach Museum of Art | To further the exempt purpose of the organization | $7,500 |
| Vero Beach Rowing | To further the exempt purpose of the organization | $7,500 |
| McKee Botanical Garden | To further the exempt purpose of the organization | $7,000 |
| Indian River Land Trust | To further the exempt purpose of the organization | $6,000 |
| Youth Sailing Foundation | To further the exempt purpose of the organization | $6,000 |
| Belmont Community Organization | To further the exempt purpose of the organization | $5,000 |
| Erika's Lighthouse | To further the exempt purpose of the organization | $5,000 |
| Indian River Habitat for Humanity | To further the exempt purpose of the organization | $5,000 |
| Vilar Performing Arts Center | To further the exempt purpose of the organization | $5,000 |
| YWCA Evanstonnorth Shore | To further the exempt purpose of the organization | $5,000 |
| Gifford Youth Achievement Center | To further the exempt purpose of the organization | $3,500 |
| Misericordia Foundation | To further the exempt purpose of the organization | $3,500 |
| Northwestern University | To further the exempt purpose of the organization | $3,500 |
| United Way of Indian River County | To further the exempt purpose of the organization | $3,500 |
| Cleveland Clinic Foundation | To further the exempt purpose of the organization | $3,000 |
| American Red Cross | To further the exempt purpose of the organization | $2,500 |
| Holy Family Ministries | To further the exempt purpose of the organization | $2,500 |
| Northfield Township Food Pantry | To further the exempt purpose of the organization | $2,500 |
| The Josselyn Center NFP | To further the exempt purpose of the organization | $2,500 |
| United Against Poverty | To further the exempt purpose of the organization | $2,500 |
| American Diabetes Association | To further the exempt purpose of the organization | $2,000 |
| Diatribe Foundation | To further the exempt purpose of the organization | $2,000 |
| New Hampshire Preservation Alliance | To further the exempt purpose of the organization | $2,000 |
| Radcliffe Institute for Advanced Study at Harvard University | To further the exempt purpose of the organization | $2,000 |
| New Hampshire Historical Society | To further the exempt purpose of the organization | $1,600 |
| Alzheimer's Association | To further the exempt purpose of the organization | $1,500 |
| Chicago Botanic Garden | To further the exempt purpose of the organization | $1,500 |
| Doctors Without Borders USA | To further the exempt purpose of the organization | $1,500 |
| Midwest Labrador Retriever Rescue | To further the exempt purpose of the organization | $1,500 |
| Ocean Research & Conservation Association Inc (Orca) | To further the exempt purpose of the organization | $1,500 |
| Stratham Historical Society | To further the exempt purpose of the organization | $1,500 |
| Treasure Coast Food Bank | To further the exempt purpose of the organization | $1,500 |
| Vna Hospice of Indian River County Inc | To further the exempt purpose of the organization | $1,500 |
| Wright-Way Rescue | To further the exempt purpose of the organization | $1,500 |
| Buckingham Browne & Nichols | To further the exempt purpose of the organization | $1,000 |
| Carpenter's Place Outreach Center | To further the exempt purpose of the organization | $1,000 |
| Hooved Animal Humane Society | To further the exempt purpose of the organization | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- William Lane
- Russel Lane
- Charles Lane
- Gwyneth Johnson
Questions people ask
Does The William W & Pamela C Lane Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The William W & Pamela C Lane Foundation give?
$165,400 in tax year 2025, across 60 grants, with a typical grant of $1,500.
Who runs The William W & Pamela C Lane Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists William Lane (President/Treasurer), Russel Lane (Trustee), Charles Lane (Trustee) and Gwyneth Johnson (Trustee).
What does The William W & Pamela C Lane Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly arts and culture, environment and conservation and education.