The Lowrance Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Lowrance Family Foundation is a private foundation in Charlotte, North Carolina. In tax year 2025 it gave $375,225 in 5 grants; the typical grant was $53,725 and the largest $235,000. 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$375,225
- Number of grants5
- Typical grant$53,725
- Largest grant$235,000
- Assets$390,186
- New grantees20%
Giving in 2025 was down from $392,500 the year before.
20% 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 | $348,075 | 7 | $591,570 |
| 2024 | $392,500 | 7 | $594,319 |
| 2025 | $375,225 | 5 | $390,186 |
How to apply
The Lowrance 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.
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to North Carolina.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| North Carolina | 3 | $298,725 |
| Virginia | 1 | $75,000 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $1,500 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Davidson College | General purpose support | $235,000 |
| The Lamb Center | General purpose support | $75,000 |
| The Center for Community Transitions | General purpose support | $53,725 |
| Bright Blessings | General purpose support | $10,000 |
| Project Muscular Dystrophy | General purpose support | $1,500 |
Officers and trustees
- Fred Lowrance
- Sallie L Fitton
- Shannon L Allen
- Fred Lowrance Jr
- B Marc Allen
- Hontas M Lowrance
- Michael G Fitton
Questions people ask
Does The Lowrance Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Lowrance Family Foundation give?
$375,225 in tax year 2025, across 5 grants, with a typical grant of $53,725.
Who runs The Lowrance Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Fred Lowrance (President/Sec/Treasurer), Sallie L Fitton (Vice President), Shannon L Allen (Vice President) and Fred Lowrance Jr (Vice President) among 7 officers and trustees.