Lewis Family Foundation
Accepts applications
Lewis Family Foundation is a private foundation in Paola, Kansas. In tax year 2025 it gave $19,120 in 7 grants; the typical grant was $1,915 and the largest $8,600. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$19,120
- Number of grants7
- Typical grant$1,915
- Largest grant$8,600
- Assets$571,641
- New grantees57%
Giving in 2025 was up from $17,749 the year before.
57% of its 2025 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 | $17,702 | 4 | $492,587 |
| 2024 | $17,749 | 5 | $493,456 |
| 2025 | $19,120 | 7 | $571,641 |
How to apply
| Contact | Lewis Family Foundation First Option Bank Trust Department, 702 Baptiste Dr, Paola, KS 66071 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (913) 294-9222 |
| What to submit | There is no specific application form. The request for funds needs to verify the community need, challenge to be addressed, target group of project, goals and method to achieve, an itemized budget and the specific amount requested. Submit the request on the requesting organization's stationery. Show proof of 501(c)(3) status. |
| Restrictions | Charitable organizations exempt under 501(c)(3) |
What Lewis Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to Kansas.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Kansas | 6 | $17,205 |
| Missouri | 1 | $1,915 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Osawatomie Partners in Education Inc | Ohs summer camp shirts; gym chairs; swenson engagement | $8,600 |
| First Lutheran Church | Tree fund | $3,405 |
| Miami County Community Foundation | Memorial hall | $3,000 |
| Saint Paul Lutheran High School | Supplies | $1,915 |
| Over the Rainbox Oz Community Garden | Liability insurance | $1,200 |
| Community Senior Service Center Inc | Food assistance | $500 |
| Paola Association of Church Action | Food assistance | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- First Option Bank
Questions people ask
Does Lewis Family Foundation accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications.
How much does Lewis Family Foundation give?
$19,120 in tax year 2025, across 7 grants, with a typical grant of $1,915.
Who runs Lewis Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists First Option Bank (Trustee).
What does Lewis Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, faith communities and food and hunger.