Helen Marie Lewis Medical Research Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Helen Marie Lewis Medical Research Foundation is a private foundation in Duncan, Oklahoma. In tax year 2024 it gave $1.2 million in 4 grants; the typical grant was $30,000 and the largest $1.1 million. 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$1.2 million
- Number of grants4
- Typical grant$30,000
- Largest grant$1.1 million
- Assets$4.3 million
- New grantees75%
Giving in 2024 was up from $630,000 the year before.
75% of its 2024 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a sign it is open to new organizations.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $630,000 | 1 | $4.7 million |
| 2024 | $1.2 million | 4 | $4.3 million |
How to apply
Helen Marie Lewis Medical Research 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 Helen Marie Lewis Medical Research Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to West Virginia.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| West Virginia | 1 | $1.1 million |
| Oklahoma | 2 | $51,000 |
| California | 1 | $10,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Wvu Foundation | Donation for childrens rni & medical research | $1.1 million |
| Oklahoma Medical Research Foundatoi | Advancing medical science and improving health through research | $50,000 |
| California Youth Services | Provide counseling and intervention for youth in troubled circumstances | $10,000 |
| Community Foundation of Oklahoma | Serve charitable needs to improve oklahoma communities | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Jean Lewis
- Doris M Smith
Questions people ask
Does Helen Marie Lewis Medical Research Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Helen Marie Lewis Medical Research Foundation give?
$1.2 million in tax year 2024, across 4 grants, with a typical grant of $30,000.
Who runs Helen Marie Lewis Medical Research Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Jean Lewis (Trustee) and Doris M Smith (Trustee).
What does Helen Marie Lewis Medical Research Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly health, science and research and youth programs.