The Fugitt Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Fugitt Foundation is a private foundation in McAlester, Oklahoma. In tax year 2024 it gave $1.5 million in 14 grants; the typical grant was $32,500 and the largest $500,000. 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$1.5 million
- Number of grants14
- Typical grant$32,500
- Largest grant$500,000
- Assets$34.8 million
- New grantees43%
Giving in 2024 was down from $1.6 million the year before.
43% 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 | $1.6 million | 39 | $32.4 million |
| 2024 | $1.5 million | 14 | $34.8 million |
How to apply
The Fugitt 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.
Foundation website IRS filings on ProPublica
What The Fugitt Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to Oklahoma.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Oklahoma | 13 | $1.5 million |
| Virginia | 1 | $50,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Southeastern Ok Library System | Charitable - to further the program | $500,000 |
| Choose to Give | Charitable - to help fund programs | $300,000 |
| Eastern Ok State College | Charitable - to further the program | $300,000 |
| Community of Hope | Charitable - to help fund programs | $223,977 |
| McAlester Band & Guard Booster Club | Charitable - to further the program | $53,333 |
| Prison Fellowship | Charitable - to further the program | $50,000 |
| City of McAlester | Charitable - to help fund programs | $40,000 |
| Oklahoma Parkinson's Alliance | Charitable - to further the program | $25,000 |
| Dream City Church | Religious - to further the program | $21,700 |
| McAlester Kiamichi Tech | Charitable - to further the program | $18,365 |
| Pittsburg County Thanksgiving | Charitable - to further the program | $10,000 |
| McAlester Regional Health Center | Charitable - to further the program | $4,000 |
| Pittsburg County Youth Shelter | Charitable - to further the program | $1,678 |
| SGT Miles Tarron Foundation | Charitable - to further the program | $1,500 |
Officers and trustees
- Sarah Lance
- John Monnin
- Michelle Fugitt
- Tim Diehl
Questions people ask
Does The Fugitt Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Fugitt Foundation give?
$1.5 million in tax year 2024, across 14 grants, with a typical grant of $32,500.
Who runs The Fugitt Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Sarah Lance (Secretary), John Monnin (Trustee), Michelle Fugitt (Trustee) and Tim Diehl (President).
What does The Fugitt Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education and health.