John & Florence Lawrence Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
John & Florence Lawrence Foundation Inc is a private foundation in New York, New York. In tax year 2024 it gave $169,610 in 41 grants; the typical grant was $1,500 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 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$169,610
- Number of grants41
- Typical grant$1,500
- Largest grant$20,000
- Assets$4.7 million
- New grantees24%
Giving in 2024 was down from $232,400 the year before.
24% 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | $191,900 | 43 | $4.6 million |
| 2023 | $232,400 | 55 | $4.3 million |
| 2024 | $169,610 | 41 | $4.7 million |
How to apply
John & Florence Lawrence Foundation Inc 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 John & Florence Lawrence Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 6 states, the most to New York.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 35 | $144,610 |
| Arizona | 1 | $20,000 |
| Florida | 2 | $1,500 |
| Ohio | 1 | $1,500 |
| California | 1 | $1,000 |
| Illinois | 1 | $1,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Bladder Cancer Research Fund | Bladder cancer research | $20,000 |
| Untermeyer Garden Conservancy | General purposes | $18,500 |
| American Federation of Arts | General purposes | $16,000 |
| Jasa | General purposes | $15,000 |
| Jewish Theological Seminary of America | General purposes | $15,000 |
| Metropolitan Museum of Art | General purposes | $10,600 |
| United Hospital Fund | General purposes | $8,000 |
| Citizens Committee for the Children of Ny | General purposes | $7,500 |
| Metropolitan Opera Association | General purposes | $5,250 |
| Louis August Jonas Foundation Inc | General purposes | $5,000 |
| Riverside Symphony | General purposes | $5,000 |
| Hewlett Woodmere Public Library | General purposes | $3,600 |
| UJA New York | General purposes | $3,500 |
| Breakthru T1D | General purposes | $3,000 |
| Culinary Careers Programs | General purposes | $3,000 |
| Hunter College Foundation | General purposes | $2,500 |
| Concerned Citizens of Montauk | General purposes | $2,000 |
| National Ms Society | General purposes | $2,000 |
| Guild Hall Museum | General purposes | $1,910 |
| Longhouse Reserve | General purposes | $1,500 |
| Museum of Modern Art | General purposes | $1,500 |
| New York Public Library | General purposes | $1,500 |
| Tunnels to Tower Foundation | General purposes | $1,500 |
| Visiting Nurse Service | General purposes | $1,500 |
| Voices of Ascension | General purposes | $1,450 |
| Richard Tucker Music Foundation | General purposes | $1,200 |
| Central Park Conservancy Women's Committee | General purposes | $1,000 |
| Herman Cornejo the State of the Arts Inc | General purposes | $1,000 |
| Knox College | General purposes | $1,000 |
| The Lotus Foundation | General purposes | $1,000 |
| Macular Degeneration Foundation | General purposes | $1,000 |
| New York Common Pantry | General purposes | $1,000 |
| University Settlement | General purposes | $1,000 |
| Westchester Ballet Company | General purposes | $1,000 |
| Wnet 13 | General purposes | $1,000 |
| New York Botanical Gardens | General purposes | $600 |
| Center for Youth | General purposes | $500 |
| Floating Hospital | General purposes | $500 |
| Fund for Park Avenue | General purposes | $500 |
| International Center of Photography | General purposes | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- James G Lawrence
- Betsy P Schiff
Questions people ask
Does John & Florence Lawrence Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does John & Florence Lawrence Foundation Inc give?
$169,610 in tax year 2024, across 41 grants, with a typical grant of $1,500.
Who runs John & Florence Lawrence Foundation Inc?
Its 2024 filing lists James G Lawrence (Pres & Treas-Director) and Betsy P Schiff (Evp & Secy-Director).
What does John & Florence Lawrence Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly arts and culture, health and education.