The Ellen C Lawson Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Ellen C Lawson Foundation is a private foundation in Franklin, Tennessee. In tax year 2024 it gave $117,000 in 12 grants; the typical grant was $8,000 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 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$117,000
- Number of grants12
- Typical grant$8,000
- Largest grant$30,000
- Assets$9.3 million
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $0 | 0 | $7.6 million |
| 2024 | $117,000 | 12 | $9.3 million |
How to apply
The Ellen C Lawson 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 Ellen C Lawson Foundation funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in Tennessee.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Tennessee | 12 | $117,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Cathedral of the Incarnation | Ministry support | $30,000 |
| Backfield in Motion | Educational programs | $8,000 |
| Homework Hotline | Academic support | $8,000 |
| Junior Achievement | Educational programs | $8,000 |
| Explore | Educational programming | $8,000 |
| Rocketshipdream Community Prep | Educational programming | $8,000 |
| Wo Smith Music School | Educational programming | $8,000 |
| The Land Trust | Land preservation | $8,000 |
| Stars | School based programs | $8,000 |
| Arts at the Airport | Public art programs | $8,000 |
| Centennial Park Conservancy | Park support | $8,000 |
| Buchanon Arts Center | Visual art programming | $7,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Pam Bryant
- Jeff Williams
- Alex Fisch
- Beth Torres
- Ben Wheeler
Questions people ask
Does The Ellen C Lawson Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Ellen C Lawson Foundation give?
$117,000 in tax year 2024, across 12 grants, with a typical grant of $8,000.
Who runs The Ellen C Lawson Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Pam Bryant (President), Jeff Williams (Secretary), Alex Fisch (Treasurer) and Beth Torres (Board Chair) among 5 officers and trustees.
What does The Ellen C Lawson Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, arts and culture and environment and conservation.