La-Z-Boy Foundation
Accepts applications
La-Z-Boy Foundation is a private foundation in Monroe, Michigan. In tax year 2024 it gave $1.5 million in 120 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 and the largest $140,000. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$1.5 million
- Number of grants120
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$140,000
- Assets$27.7 million
- New grantees29%
Giving in 2024 was up from $1.4 million the year before.
29% of its 2024 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a mix of repeat and new grantees.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $1.4 million | 101 | $26.6 million |
| 2024 | $1.5 million | 120 | $27.7 million |
How to apply
| Contact | La-Z-Boy Foundation One La-Z-Boy Drive, Monroe, MI 48162 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (734) 242-1444 |
| What to submit | All qualified tax exempt organizations seeking aid from the foundation should make an initial approach by letter briefly describing the basic need. The foundation does not provide formal grant application forms and there is no established procedure for submitting requests. Elaborate presentations are not necessary. Additional information may be requested by the foundation after personal interviews with applicants upon the foundation's initiative. Requests are generally reviewed quarterly in march, june, september and december. |
| Deadlines | None noted |
| Restrictions | The foundation generally adheres to the following guidelines. 1. The geographic areas for grant consideration are normally limited to communities within the united states where la-z-boy incorporated manufacturing facilities are located and within a 30 mile radius of corporate headquarters. 2. The foundation does not make direct grants to individuals. 3. The foundation does not make grants for travel and conferences. 4. The foundation does not make loans. 5. The foundation does not provide startup funds of seed money. |
What La-Z-Boy Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 9 states, the most to Michigan.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Michigan | 23 | $592,400 |
| Tennessee | 45 | $259,000 |
| Missouri | 14 | $258,000 |
| Arkansas | 15 | $132,500 |
| North Carolina | 8 | $94,100 |
| Mississippi | 9 | $73,500 |
| Ohio | 3 | $57,500 |
| Oklahoma | 2 | $8,500 |
| Virginia | 1 | $2,500 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| River Raisin NBP Foundation | Education-libraries | $140,000 |
| Neosho R-5 Schools Charitable Fdn | Education-libraries | $100,000 |
| United Way of Monroelenawee Co | Public benefit | $95,000 |
| Monroe Co Opp Prog | Human services | $76,000 |
| Appalacian State University | Education-libraries | $66,600 |
| Rhea County United Way | Public benefit | $55,000 |
| Isaiah 117 House | Human services | $50,000 |
| Monroe Family YMCA | Human services | $50,000 |
| Promedica Foundation | Human services | $50,000 |
| Siloam Springs Public Schools | Education-libraries | $50,000 |
| Tri State Family YMCA | Public benefit | $50,000 |
| City of Monroe Police Department | Public benefit | $38,000 |
| American Heart Association | Health care | $30,000 |
| American Red Cross | Human services | $25,000 |
| Children's Advocacy Center of Bento | Human services | $25,000 |
| The Salvation Army | Human services | $25,000 |
| United Givers Fund | Public benefit | $25,000 |
| Community Found of Monroe Co | Public benefit | $21,000 |
| Fam Counseling & Shelter Svcs | Human services | $15,000 |
| Monroe Co Business Bus Alliance | Public benefit | $15,000 |
| Neosho R-5 Schools Charitable | Education-libraries | $15,000 |
| East Newton Charitable Foundation | Education-libraries | $12,500 |
| McDonald County Schools Fdn | Education-libraries | $12,500 |
| Seneca R-7 Schools Foundation | Education-libraries | $12,500 |
| Monroe Center for Healthy Aging | Human services | $12,400 |
| Newton High School Booster | Education-libraries | $12,000 |
| Ability Tree | Human services | $10,000 |
| Boys and Girsl Club Claiborne Co | Public benefit | $10,000 |
| Caldwell Co United Way | Human services | $10,000 |
| Gabbys Grief Center | Human services | $10,000 |
| Kansas City University Dental Coll | Education-libraries | $10,000 |
| Neosho YMCA | Public benefit | $10,000 |
| Newton Co Food Basket Brigade | Human services | $10,000 |
| Rhea County Dept of Ed | Education-libraries | $10,000 |
| The Manna Center | Human services | $10,000 |
| City of Dayton Fire Department | Public benefit | $8,000 |
| Decatur United Methodist Food Pantr | Human services | $8,000 |
| Hickory Mission Food Pantry | Human services | $8,000 |
| Jasper County Baptist Emergency | Human services | $8,000 |
| Rhea of Hope | Human services | $8,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Susan J Vanisacker
- Christopher Knabusch
- Beth A Lambrix
- Melinda D Whittington
- Lindsay A Barnes
- Raphael Z Richmond
Questions people ask
Does La-Z-Boy Foundation accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications, with this on deadlines: None noted.
How much does La-Z-Boy Foundation give?
$1.5 million in tax year 2024, across 120 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs La-Z-Boy Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Susan J Vanisacker (Admin/Treasu), Christopher Knabusch (President), Beth A Lambrix (Secretary) and Melinda D Whittington (Director) among 6 officers and trustees.
What does La-Z-Boy Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly human services, education and environment and conservation.