The Lawrence and Florence Vanderberg Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Lawrence and Florence Vanderberg Foundation is a private foundation in Hendersonvlle, North Carolina. In tax year 2024 it gave $50,300 in 9 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 and the largest $10,000. 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$50,300
- Number of grants9
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$10,000
- Assets$1.4 million
- New grantees38%
Giving in 2024 was down from $50,600 the year before.
38% 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 | $50,600 | 10 | $1.3 million |
| 2024 | $50,300 | 9 | $1.4 million |
How to apply
The Lawrence and Florence Vanderberg 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 Lawrence and Florence Vanderberg Foundation funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in North Carolina.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| North Carolina | 9 | $50,300 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Council On Aging Henderson County | Care for elderly | $10,000 |
| Children and Family Research Center | Children and family | $10,000 |
| The Storehouse | Food Pantry | $10,000 |
| Apple Country Woodcrafters | Art of woodcrafters | $5,300 |
| Habitat For Humanity | Providing homes | $5,000 |
| Safelight | Shelter | $5,000 |
| WNC Quilters | Art of Quilting | $2,000 |
| Individual | Medical care | $1,500 |
| Mana Food Bank | food pantry | $1,500 |
Officers and trustees
- Eugene T Linkous Jr
- Joan Shafer
- Scott Shafer
Questions people ask
Does The Lawrence and Florence Vanderberg Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Lawrence and Florence Vanderberg Foundation give?
$50,300 in tax year 2024, across 9 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs The Lawrence and Florence Vanderberg Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Eugene T Linkous Jr (Secretary), Joan Shafer (President) and Scott Shafer (Treasurer).
What does The Lawrence and Florence Vanderberg Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly food and hunger, housing and homelessness and arts and culture.