Lockwood Partners Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
Lockwood Partners Foundation Inc is a private foundation in Columbus, Georgia. In tax year 2025 it gave $2.0 million in 144 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 and the largest $100,000. 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$2.0 million
- Number of grants144
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$100,000
- Assets$47.9 million
- New grantees30%
Giving in 2025 was down from $2.3 million the year before.
30% 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 | $2.4 million | 95 | $35.7 million |
| 2024 | $2.3 million | 143 | $44.4 million |
| 2025 | $2.0 million | 144 | $47.9 million |
How to apply
Lockwood Partners 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 Lockwood Partners Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 14 states, the most to Georgia.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Georgia | 116 | $1.8 million |
| Florida | 3 | $40,000 |
| Alabama | 7 | $37,737 |
| District of Columbia | 3 | $35,000 |
| Washington | 2 | $11,550 |
| Texas | 4 | $10,860 |
| Massachusetts | 2 | $10,000 |
| Connecticut | 1 | $10,000 |
| Minnesota | 1 | $10,000 |
| North Carolina | 1 | $10,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Columbus Museum | Preserving local history | $100,000 |
| Boys and Girls Clubs | Wholesome youth activities | $100,000 |
| Columbus Hospice | To support end of life care | $100,000 |
| Easter Seals West Ga Inc | Research and patient care | $100,000 |
| National Infantry Museum | Support of military museum | $100,000 |
| Brookstone School | College scholarships | $100,000 |
| Brookstone School | To support scholarship program | $80,000 |
| YMCA of Metropolitan Columbus | Christian youth ministry | $75,000 |
| Columbus State University Foundation | School annual fund | $50,000 |
| Girl Scouts of Historic Georgia | Childrens safe activities | $50,000 |
| Springer Opera House | Support local theater | $50,000 |
| Church of the Highlands | Christian church | $48,000 |
| Seneca Choices for Life | Pregnancy clinic | $32,000 |
| Campus Crusade for Christ | Christian missionaries support | $32,000 |
| Young Life | Christian youth ministry | $30,000 |
| United Way of the Chattahooche Valley | Local combined charities | $27,500 |
| Open Door Community House | Support of homeless shelter | $25,000 |
| Young Life | Christian youth ministry | $25,000 |
| Columbus State University | College scholarships | $25,000 |
| Columbus State University | Dance school support | $25,000 |
| National Infantry Museum | Support of military museum | $25,000 |
| Pastoral Institute | Strengthening families | $25,000 |
| National Infantry Museum | Support military museum | $25,000 |
| National Infantry Museum | Support of military museum | $25,000 |
| Mercymed of Columbus | Medical care for underserved | $25,000 |
| Brookstone School | Schools annual fund | $24,469 |
| Piedmont Columbus Regional Foundation | Supporting childrens hospital | $22,000 |
| Brookstone School | School athletic program | $20,000 |
| YMCA of Metro Columbus | Improvements to health facility | $18,750 |
| Brookstone School | School annual fund | $16,000 |
| Ancient Way Farm | Christian leadership training | $15,000 |
| Kings Church | Christian church | $15,000 |
| Young Life | Christian youth activities | $15,000 |
| Younglife | Christian youth activities | $13,750 |
| Younglife | Christian youth activities | $12,000 |
| Shepherd Center Foundation | Research and patient care | $10,000 |
| Kings Church | Support local church | $10,000 |
| Columbus Symphony Orchestra | Support of local orchestra | $10,000 |
| Columbus State University | College scholarships | $10,000 |
| Harvesters International | To support christian missionaries | $10,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Cecil M Cheves
- Bettye A Cheves
- Avery C Wolff
- Luther H Wolff III
- Olivia C Blanchard
- William R Blanchard
- Elizabeth C Meeks
- Ryan L Meeks
Questions people ask
Does Lockwood Partners Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Lockwood Partners Foundation Inc give?
$2.0 million in tax year 2025, across 144 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs Lockwood Partners Foundation Inc?
Its 2025 filing lists Cecil M Cheves (Chairman of the Board), Bettye A Cheves (President,secretary,treasurer), Avery C Wolff (Board Member) and Luther H Wolff III (Board Member) among 8 officers and trustees.
What does Lockwood Partners Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, youth programs and faith communities.