The Lassiter Family Charitable Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Lassiter Family Charitable Foundation is a private foundation in Atlanta, Georgia. In tax year 2024 it gave $823,000 in 48 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 and the largest $180,000. 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$823,000
- Number of grants48
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$180,000
- Assets$17.8 million
- New grantees4%
Giving in 2024 was up from $643,138 the year before.
4% of its 2024 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, so most of its money goes to organizations it already funds.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $643,138 | 51 | $16.4 million |
| 2024 | $823,000 | 48 | $17.8 million |
How to apply
The Lassiter Family Charitable 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 Lassiter Family Charitable Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 12 states, the most to Georgia.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Georgia | 27 | $493,500 |
| South Carolina | 2 | $185,000 |
| North Carolina | 7 | $58,000 |
| Florida | 3 | $28,500 |
| California | 1 | $20,000 |
| Kentucky | 1 | $10,000 |
| Arizona | 2 | $7,000 |
| Colorado | 1 | $5,000 |
| Indiana | 1 | $5,000 |
| Tennessee | 1 | $5,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Presbyterian College | Educational institution support | $180,000 |
| Peachtree Presbyterian | Church operating budget | $108,500 |
| Atlanta Ronald McDonald House | Family support | $85,000 |
| Fernbank Museum | Museum | $56,000 |
| CFWNC | Community development | $35,000 |
| The Salvation Army | Community mission work | $35,000 |
| Children's Healthcare of Atlanta FDTN | Community hospital support | $25,000 |
| Schwab Charitable | Charitable giving resource | $25,000 |
| Shepherd Center | Community hospital support | $25,000 |
| United Way | Various community charities | $25,000 |
| American Red Cross | Global catastrophe relief | $20,000 |
| Hoffman Institute Foundation | Adult education | $20,000 |
| High Museum of Art | Museum | $12,500 |
| Atlanta Area Council Bsa | Youth development | $10,000 |
| Bill Maness Good Samaritan | Youth development | $10,000 |
| Mission Hope | Religious education | $10,000 |
| Sustainable Liberia | International missions | $10,000 |
| Presbyterian Church Disaster Assistance | Disaster assistance | $10,000 |
| Orchard | Community development | $8,000 |
| First Presbyterian Church of Highlands | Church operating budget | $7,500 |
| Wylde Center | Community education | $6,000 |
| Alpha Sigma Phi Foundation | Youth development | $5,000 |
| Camp Twin Lakes | Youth development | $5,000 |
| Covenant House of Georgia | Youth development | $5,000 |
| Frontiers | International missions | $5,000 |
| George W Bush Foundation | Presidential library support | $5,000 |
| Kidz 2 Leaders | Youth development | $5,000 |
| Laamistad | Youth development | $5,000 |
| Make A Wish Georgia | Youth healthcare | $5,000 |
| Moving in the Spirit | Community development | $5,000 |
| St Jude's Research Hospital | Community hospital support | $5,000 |
| The Give Back Yoga Foundation | Industry association | $5,000 |
| The Literacy Council of Highlands | Community literacy support | $5,000 |
| Thornwell Home for Children | Youth development | $5,000 |
| University of Georgia Foundation | Capital campaign and annual fund | $5,000 |
| The Bascom | Museum | $3,500 |
| Atlanta Botanical Garden | Community education | $3,000 |
| Highlands Community Child Development Center | Early childhood education | $3,000 |
| Atlanta History Center | Community education | $2,500 |
| Cru | Youth development | $2,500 |
Officers and trustees
- Eg Lassiter III
- Marianne B Lassiter
- Dr Richard G Lassiter
- Ann Marie Grace
Questions people ask
Does The Lassiter Family Charitable Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Lassiter Family Charitable Foundation give?
$823,000 in tax year 2024, across 48 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs The Lassiter Family Charitable Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Eg Lassiter III (President), Marianne B Lassiter (Secretary), Dr Richard G Lassiter (Treasurer) and Ann Marie Grace (Trustee).
What does The Lassiter Family Charitable Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, education and human services.