Lavery Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Lavery Foundation is a private foundation in Jackson, Michigan. In tax year 2024 it gave $47,300 in 33 grants; the typical grant was $750 and the largest $16,000. 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$47,300
- Number of grants33
- Typical grant$750
- Largest grant$16,000
- Assets$1.0 million
- New grantees82%
Giving in 2024 was up from $25,348 the year before.
82% 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 | $25,348 | 10 | $978,449 |
| 2024 | $47,300 | 33 | $1.0 million |
How to apply
Lavery 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.
Foundation website IRS filings on ProPublica
What Lavery Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to Michigan.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Michigan | 30 | $44,300 |
| Colorado | 1 | $1,000 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $1,000 |
| Tennessee | 1 | $1,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Jackson County Parks | General fund | $16,000 |
| Jackson Interfaith Shelter | General | $5,000 |
| Individual | General | $3,000 |
| Individual | General | $2,500 |
| Jackson Symphony Orchestra | General fund | $2,500 |
| Together We Make A Difference | General | $2,000 |
| Acnm Foundation | General | $1,000 |
| Air Force Academy Foundation | General fund | $1,000 |
| Arts Culture Alliance | General fund | $1,000 |
| Ella Sharp Museum | General fund | $1,000 |
| Fossores Chapter House | General | $1,000 |
| Individual | General | $1,000 |
| Jackson School of the Arts | General | $1,000 |
| Individual | General | $1,000 |
| University of Michigan | General | $1,000 |
| College Career Access | General | $1,000 |
| Individual | General | $750 |
| Aware Inc | General | $500 |
| Jackson YMCA | General | $500 |
| Michigan Theatre of Jackson | General fund | $500 |
| Shop Rat Foundation | General | $500 |
| The Dahlem Center | General | $500 |
| The Lost Railway Museum | General | $500 |
| Cascades Humane Society | General | $500 |
| Junior Acheivement of Jackson | General | $500 |
| Jackson Friendly Home | General | $250 |
| Legacy Land Conservancy | General | $250 |
| Lily Mission Center | General | $250 |
| Purple Rose Theatre | General | $250 |
| Tompkins Ctr Historical Society | General | $250 |
| Blue Heron Mi Conservancy | General | $100 |
| Jackson Pride Center | General | $100 |
| League of Mi Cyclists | General | $100 |
Officers and trustees
- Kevin Lavery
- Kathleen Lavery
Questions people ask
Does Lavery Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Lavery Foundation give?
$47,300 in tax year 2024, across 33 grants, with a typical grant of $750.
Who runs Lavery Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Kevin Lavery (President) and Kathleen Lavery (Vice Preside).
What does Lavery Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly environment and conservation, arts and culture and education.