Lawrence A Appley Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Lawrence A Appley Foundation is a private foundation in Hershey, Pennsylvania. In tax year 2025 it gave $312,000 in 21 grants; the typical grant was $10,600 and the largest $30,000. 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$312,000
- Number of grants21
- Typical grant$10,600
- Largest grant$30,000
- Assets$2.0 million
- New grantees29%
Giving in 2025 was down from $322,791 the year before.
29% 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 | $309,754 | 20 | $2.3 million |
| 2024 | $322,791 | 20 | $2.1 million |
| 2025 | $312,000 | 21 | $2.0 million |
How to apply
Lawrence A Appley 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 Lawrence A Appley Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 8 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 13 | $182,000 |
| Oregon | 2 | $30,000 |
| New Mexico | 1 | $30,000 |
| Pennsylvania | 1 | $25,000 |
| New York | 1 | $15,000 |
| Florida | 1 | $10,000 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $10,000 |
| Texas | 1 | $10,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Covenant Pathways | Charitable | $30,000 |
| Tech Impact | Charitable | $25,000 |
| YMCA of San Diego County | Charitable | $25,000 |
| Girls Rising | Charitable | $24,400 |
| Crisis House | Charitable | $20,000 |
| Ecumenical Council of Pasadena | Charitable | $20,000 |
| Palomar College | Charitable | $20,000 |
| St Andrew Nativity School | Charitable | $17,500 |
| Community Bikes | Charitable | $15,000 |
| Childrens Book Bank | Charitable | $12,500 |
| Reins | Charitable | $10,600 |
| Artreach | Charitable | $10,000 |
| Austin Pets Alive | Charitable | $10,000 |
| Banding Together | Charitable | $10,000 |
| First Congregational Church of Pasadena | Charitable | $10,000 |
| Holy Family Services | Charitable | $10,000 |
| Human Trafficking Coalition of the Palm Beaches | Charitable | $10,000 |
| Investigative Newsource | Charitable | $10,000 |
| My Refuge House | Charitable | $10,000 |
| Northfield Mount Hermon School | Charitable | $10,000 |
| Metropolitan Area Advisory | Charitable | $2,000 |
Officers and trustees
- L Peter Cohen
- Todd Corham
Questions people ask
Does Lawrence A Appley Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Lawrence A Appley Foundation give?
$312,000 in tax year 2025, across 21 grants, with a typical grant of $10,600.
Who runs Lawrence A Appley Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists L Peter Cohen (President/Treasurer/Truste) and Todd Corham (Secretary/Trustee).
What does Lawrence A Appley Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, youth programs and human services.