Lewis Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Lewis Foundation is a private foundation in Claremore, Oklahoma. In tax year 2025 it gave $11,000 in 6 grants; the typical grant was $1,250 and the largest $4,500. 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$11,000
- Number of grants6
- Typical grant$1,250
- Largest grant$4,500
- Assets$239,785
- New grantees50%
Giving in 2025 was the same as $11,000 the year before.
50% of its 2025 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 | $10,000 | 5 | $212,911 |
| 2024 | $11,000 | 5 | $220,914 |
| 2025 | $11,000 | 6 | $239,785 |
How to apply
Lewis 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 2 states, the most to Oklahoma.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Oklahoma | 5 | $9,500 |
| Colorado | 1 | $1,500 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Community Food Bank | Programs to alleviate hunger | $4,500 |
| Individual | Program support for the arts | $2,500 |
| Individual | Educational Programs | $1,500 |
| Tulsa Day Center for the Homeless | Outreach for homeless | $1,000 |
| The Salvation Army | Assistance to the needy | $1,000 |
| The Nature Conservancy | Support programs to conserve land and water | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- Hal Lewis
- Blair L Williams
- Scott C Lewis
Questions people ask
Does Lewis Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Lewis Foundation give?
$11,000 in tax year 2025, across 6 grants, with a typical grant of $1,250.
Who runs Lewis Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Hal Lewis (Trustee), Blair L Williams (Trustee) and Scott C Lewis (Trustee).