Lewis A Graeber Trust
Preselected recipients only
Lewis A Graeber Trust is a private foundation in Marks, Mississippi. In tax year 2025 it gave $76,873 in 9 grants; the typical grant was $10,000 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$76,873
- Number of grants9
- Typical grant$10,000
- Largest grant$20,000
- Assets$1.5 million
- New grantees11%
Giving in 2025 was down from $80,260 the year before.
11% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, so most of its money goes to organizations it already funds.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $86,753 | 9 | $1.7 million |
| 2024 | $80,260 | 9 | $1.4 million |
| 2025 | $76,873 | 9 | $1.5 million |
How to apply
Lewis A Graeber Trust 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 Lewis A Graeber Trust funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to Mississippi.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Mississippi | 6 | $52,873 |
| Tennessee | 1 | $20,000 |
| North Carolina | 1 | $2,000 |
| Texas | 1 | $2,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| St Jude Childrens Research | Support of charitable operations | $20,000 |
| Quitman County Educational Fdn | Support of charitable operations | $17,373 |
| French Camp Academy | Support of charitable operations | $10,000 |
| Reformed Theological Seminary | Support of charitable operations | $10,000 |
| The Salvation Army | Support of charitable operations | $10,000 |
| First Marks Cemetery | Support of charitable operations | $5,000 |
| Concord Cemetery Associat | Support of charitable operations | $2,000 |
| Organ Lutheran Church Cem | Support of charitable operations | $2,000 |
| African Bible College | Support of charitable operations | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- John C Graeber
- William M Graeber
- James P Graeber Jr
Questions people ask
Does Lewis A Graeber Trust accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Lewis A Graeber Trust give?
$76,873 in tax year 2025, across 9 grants, with a typical grant of $10,000.
Who runs Lewis A Graeber Trust?
Its 2025 filing lists John C Graeber (Trustee), William M Graeber (Trustee) and James P Graeber Jr (Trustee).
What does Lewis A Graeber Trust fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, youth programs and faith communities.