The Lake Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Lake Family Foundation is a private foundation in New York, New York. In tax year 2025 it gave $77,500 in 13 grants; the typical grant was $2,500 and the largest $15,000. 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$77,500
- Number of grants13
- Typical grant$2,500
- Largest grant$15,000
- Assets$1.4 million
- New grantees15%
Giving in 2025 was up from $77,000 the year before.
15% of its 2025 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 | $43,000 | 17 | $1.1 million |
| 2024 | $77,000 | 16 | $1.2 million |
| 2025 | $77,500 | 13 | $1.4 million |
How to apply
The Lake Family 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 Lake Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 5 states, the most to New York.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 3 | $20,500 |
| Connecticut | 2 | $20,000 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $15,000 |
| Florida | 6 | $12,000 |
| New Hampshire | 1 | $10,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Georgetown University | General | $15,000 |
| Exeter Health Resources | General | $10,000 |
| Liberty House | General | $10,000 |
| The Winward School | General | $10,000 |
| Westminster School | General | $10,000 |
| The Taft School | General | $10,000 |
| Bath and Tennis Club Historic Building | General | $2,500 |
| Church of Bethesda-By-The-Sea | General | $2,500 |
| Palm Beach Island Hospice Foundation | General | $2,500 |
| The Society of the Four Arts | General | $2,500 |
| Center for Creative Education | General | $1,000 |
| Palm Beach Atlantic University | General | $1,000 |
| Colonial Dames of America | General | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- Douglas T Lake
- Suzanne A Lake
Questions people ask
Does The Lake Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Lake Family Foundation give?
$77,500 in tax year 2025, across 13 grants, with a typical grant of $2,500.
Who runs The Lake Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Douglas T Lake (Trustee) and Suzanne A Lake (Trustee).
What does The Lake Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education and health.