Walter M Lewis Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Walter M Lewis Family Foundation is a private foundation in Meridian, Idaho. In tax year 2025 it gave $23,200 in 3 grants; the typical grant was $6,000 and the largest $12,200. 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$23,200
- Number of grants3
- Typical grant$6,000
- Largest grant$12,200
- Assets$0
- New grantees0%
Giving in 2025 was up from $17,200 the year before.
0% of its 2025 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | $39,000 | 3 | $0 |
| 2023 | $48,550 | 6 | $0 |
| 2024 | $17,200 | 3 | $0 |
| 2025 | $23,200 | 3 | $0 |
How to apply
Walter M Lewis Family 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 Walter M Lewis Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to Utah.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Utah | 2 | $17,200 |
| Oregon | 1 | $6,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| LDS Church Missionary Fund | Donation | $12,200 |
| Individual | Humanitarian | $6,000 |
| Timpanogos Legal Center | Donation | $5,000 |
Officers and trustees
- George W Lewis
- Dr Tamara Sheffield
- Dr Karen Lewis Co Arizona
- Dr John M Lewis
- Joseph L Morton III
Questions people ask
Does Walter M Lewis Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Walter M Lewis Family Foundation give?
$23,200 in tax year 2025, across 3 grants, with a typical grant of $6,000.
Who runs Walter M Lewis Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists George W Lewis (Trustee), Dr Tamara Sheffield (Trustee), Dr Karen Lewis Co Arizona (Trustee) and Dr John M Lewis (Trustee) among 5 officers and trustees.
What does Walter M Lewis Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities.