LK & Shirl Adamson Foundation
Preselected recipients only
LK & Shirl Adamson Foundation is a private foundation in Lafayette, Louisiana. In tax year 2024 it gave $355,000 in 9 grants; the typical grant was $39,000 and the largest $49,000. 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$355,000
- Number of grants9
- Typical grant$39,000
- Largest grant$49,000
- Assets$8.0 million
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | $372,000 | 10 | $6.3 million |
| 2023 | $0 | 0 | $7.7 million |
| 2024 | $355,000 | 9 | $8.0 million |
How to apply
LK & Shirl Adamson 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 LK & Shirl Adamson Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 8 states, the most to Louisiana.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Louisiana | 2 | $88,000 |
| Illinois | 1 | $49,000 |
| California | 1 | $43,000 |
| Oklahoma | 1 | $39,000 |
| Texas | 1 | $37,000 |
| West Virginia | 1 | $35,000 |
| Maryland | 1 | $33,000 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $31,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Unity School of Christianity | Contribution to assist with exempt purpose | $49,000 |
| Friends of LPB | Contribution to assist with exempt purpose | $47,000 |
| Foundation for Inner Peace | Contribution to assist with exempt purpose | $43,000 |
| Lafayette Public Library | Contribution to assist with exempt purpose | $41,000 |
| University of Oklahoma | Contribution to assist with exempt purpose | $39,000 |
| University of Houston | Contribution to assist with exempt purpose | $37,000 |
| Shriner's Crippled Children's Hospi | Contribution to assist with exempt purpose | $35,000 |
| Born Free USA | Contribution to assist with exempt purpose | $33,000 |
| World Wildlife Fund | Contribution to assist with exempt purpose | $31,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Laura Brown
- Stephen Moore
Questions people ask
Does LK & Shirl Adamson Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does LK & Shirl Adamson Foundation give?
$355,000 in tax year 2024, across 9 grants, with a typical grant of $39,000.
Who runs LK & Shirl Adamson Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Laura Brown (Trustee) and Stephen Moore (Trustee).
What does LK & Shirl Adamson Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education.