The Ann Lacy Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Ann Lacy Foundation is a private foundation in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma. In tax year 2024 it gave $433,812 in 33 grants; the typical grant was $2,500 and the largest $165,000. 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$433,812
- Number of grants33
- Typical grant$2,500
- Largest grant$165,000
- Assets$10.0 million
- New grantees55%
Giving in 2024 was down from $516,656 the year before.
55% 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 | $516,656 | 28 | $9.8 million |
| 2024 | $433,812 | 33 | $10.0 million |
How to apply
The Ann Lacy 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 Ann Lacy Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to Oklahoma.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Oklahoma | 30 | $431,462 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $1,100 |
| Pennsylvania | 1 | $1,000 |
| Georgia | 1 | $250 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Oklahoma City Museum of Art | General support | $165,000 |
| National Cowboy & Western Heritage | General support | $109,500 |
| Releve Collective | General support | $31,500 |
| First Americans Museum Foundation | General support | $25,000 |
| Oklahoma Contemporary | Sponsorship | $16,000 |
| American Red Cross | General support | $10,000 |
| Myriad Gardens Foundation | General support | $10,000 |
| Salvation Army | General support | $10,000 |
| Allied Arts | General support | $8,000 |
| Bishop McGuiness Catholic High Sch | General support | $5,000 |
| Okc Repetory Theatre | General support | $5,000 |
| Focus on Home | General support | $3,500 |
| Oklahoma City Ballet | Sponsorship | $3,000 |
| American Lung Association | Medical research | $2,500 |
| Integris Health Foundation | General support | $2,500 |
| Okc Beautiful | Sponsorship | $2,500 |
| Oklahoma Zoological Society | General support | $2,500 |
| Red Andrews Christmas Dinner | General support | $2,500 |
| Sunbeam Family Services | Sponsorship | $2,500 |
| Community Literacy Centers Inc | Education | $2,000 |
| Lyric Theatre of Oklahoma | General support | $2,000 |
| Oklahoma Children's Health Found | General support | $1,850 |
| Catholic Charities | Sponsorship | $1,500 |
| Myriad Botanical Gardens | General support | $1,500 |
| Nichols Hills Parks Inc | General support | $1,500 |
| Downtown Okc | General support | $1,400 |
| Oklahoma Institute for Child Advocacy | Child advocacy | $1,200 |
| Sister Cities International | Sponsorship | $1,100 |
| Falling Water | General support | $1,000 |
| Last Frontier Council Boy Scouts | General support | $1,000 |
| Oklahoma Hall of Fame | General support | $550 |
| Okie | General support | $462 |
| Girl Scouts Juliette Low Leaders | General support | $250 |
Officers and trustees
- Chris Lawson
- Mary Blankenship Pointer
- Russell Lawson
Questions people ask
Does The Ann Lacy Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Ann Lacy Foundation give?
$433,812 in tax year 2024, across 33 grants, with a typical grant of $2,500.
Who runs The Ann Lacy Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Chris Lawson (President/Ce), Mary Blankenship Pointer (Vice Preside) and Russell Lawson (Secretary/Tr).
What does The Ann Lacy Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly arts and culture, human services and environment and conservation.