The Lonnie and Emnet Parker Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Lonnie and Emnet Parker Foundation is a private foundation in Clarksville, Maryland. In tax year 2025 it gave $83,000 in 7 grants; the typical grant was $15,000 and the largest $20,000. 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$83,000
- Number of grants7
- Typical grant$15,000
- Largest grant$20,000
- Assets$3.3 million
- New grantees86%
Giving in 2025 was up from $11,500 the year before.
86% 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 | $0 | 0 | $68,097 |
| 2024 | $11,500 | 3 | $1.7 million |
| 2025 | $83,000 | 7 | $3.3 million |
How to apply
The Lonnie and Emnet Parker 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 Lonnie and Emnet Parker Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to Maryland.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Maryland | 5 | $53,000 |
| Connecticut | 1 | $15,000 |
| Virginia | 1 | $15,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Cedar Ridge Community Church | Unrestricted grant | $20,000 |
| Africa to Africa Inc | Unrestrictred grant | $15,000 |
| Save the Children | Unrestricted grant | $15,000 |
| MK College Link | Unrestricted grant | $15,000 |
| Drink at the Well Inc | Unrestrictred grant | $12,000 |
| Premier Health Foundation Inc | Unrestrictred grant | $5,000 |
| Western Howard County Youth Football | Unrestrictred grant | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Emnet Parker
- Lonnie F Parker Jr
Questions people ask
Does The Lonnie and Emnet Parker Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Lonnie and Emnet Parker Foundation give?
$83,000 in tax year 2025, across 7 grants, with a typical grant of $15,000.
Who runs The Lonnie and Emnet Parker Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Emnet Parker (Director, President) and Lonnie F Parker Jr (Director, Secretary, Treasurer).
What does The Lonnie and Emnet Parker Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly youth programs.