Lacy Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Lacy Foundation is a private foundation in Indianapolis, Indiana. In tax year 2024 it gave $473,715 in 44 grants; the typical grant was $6,250 and the largest $105,200. 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$473,715
- Number of grants44
- Typical grant$6,250
- Largest grant$105,200
- Assets$17.7 million
- New grantees46%
Giving in 2024 was down from $655,000 the year before.
46% of its 2024 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a sign it is open to new organizations.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $655,000 | 50 | $16.5 million |
| 2024 | $473,715 | 44 | $17.7 million |
How to apply
Lacy 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 Lacy Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 7 states, the most to Indiana.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Indiana | 38 | $468,215 |
| Ohio | 1 | $2,250 |
| Oklahoma | 1 | $1,250 |
| Illinois | 1 | $500 |
| Texas | 1 | $500 |
| Virginia | 1 | $500 |
| Washington | 1 | $500 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Leadership Indianapolis | General operations | $105,200 |
| Ball State University Foundation | General operations | $27,500 |
| Iu Health Foundation | General operations | $25,000 |
| Benjamin Harrison Presidential Site | General operations | $20,000 |
| Coburn Place | General operations | $20,000 |
| Indiana Historical Society | General operations | $20,000 |
| NINE13 Sports | General operations | $20,000 |
| Shepherd's Center of Hamilton County | General operations | $20,000 |
| Discovering Broadway | General operations | $20,000 |
| Julian Center | General operations | $20,000 |
| Cicp Foundation Inc | General operations | $16,500 |
| Dress for Success | General operations | $15,000 |
| Conner Prairie | General operations | $15,000 |
| College Mentors for Kids | General operations | $15,000 |
| WOMEN4CHANGE Indiana | General operations | $15,000 |
| La Plaza Inc | General operations | $10,000 |
| Newfields | General operations | $10,000 |
| The Cabaret | General operations | $10,000 |
| Indy Chamber Foundation Inc | General operations | $10,000 |
| The International Center | General operations | $7,500 |
| Playworks | General operations | $7,500 |
| Kurt Vonnegut Memorial Library | General operations | $7,500 |
| Girl Scouts of Central Indiana | General operations | $5,000 |
| KIPP Public Schools | General operations | $5,000 |
| Outrun the Sun | General operations | $5,000 |
| Heartland Film Inc | General operations | $3,500 |
| Indiana Repertory Theatre | General operations | $3,000 |
| Arts Council of Indianapolis | General operations | $2,500 |
| Hathaway Brown | General operations | $2,250 |
| Oklahoma City University | General operations | $1,250 |
| Bishop Chatard High School | General operations | $1,000 |
| Indiana State University Foundation | General operations | $1,000 |
| Indianapolis Neighborhood Housing Partnership | General operations | $1,000 |
| Diversion Indy | General operations | $1,000 |
| Sinapis | General operations | $1,000 |
| The Milk Bank | General operations | $515 |
| Guerin Catholic High School | General operations | $500 |
| Indianapolis Cultural Trail | General operations | $500 |
| Lakelight Institute | General operations | $500 |
| National Snaffle Bit Association | General operations | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- Jill S Lacy
- Jeffrey Dible
- Robert S Kaspar
- M E Eccles
- Howard J Lacy IV
Questions people ask
Does Lacy Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Lacy Foundation give?
$473,715 in tax year 2024, across 44 grants, with a typical grant of $6,250.
Who runs Lacy Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Jill S Lacy (President), Jeffrey Dible (Trustee), Robert S Kaspar (Trustee) and M E Eccles (Trustee) among 5 officers and trustees.
What does Lacy Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, arts and culture and youth programs.