The Lauren and Lee Fixel Family Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
The Lauren and Lee Fixel Family Foundation Inc is a private foundation in Nashville, Tennessee. In tax year 2024 it gave $8.6 million in 24 grants; the typical grant was $150,000 and the largest $3.0 million. 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$8.6 million
- Number of grants24
- Typical grant$150,000
- Largest grant$3.0 million
- Assets$8.5 million
- New grantees50%
Giving in 2024 was up from $7.4 million the year before.
50% 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 | $7.4 million | 19 | $13.2 million |
| 2024 | $8.6 million | 24 | $8.5 million |
How to apply
The Lauren and Lee Fixel Family Foundation Inc 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 Lauren and Lee Fixel Family Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 7 states, the most to New York.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 12 | $4.3 million |
| Florida | 6 | $4.1 million |
| Illinois | 1 | $100,000 |
| North Carolina | 1 | $36,000 |
| California | 2 | $25,000 |
| Pennsylvania | 1 | $25,000 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $1,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| University of Florida Foundation Inc | Uf golf founders | $3.0 million |
| UJA Federation of New York | Charitable | $1.1 million |
| American Jewish Committee | Charitable | $1.0 million |
| Florida Achievement Support Trust | Charitable | $750,000 |
| Southampton Hospital Foundation Inc | Charitable | $678,320 |
| The Nightingale Bamford School | Charitable | $400,000 |
| Special Operations Warrior Foundation | Charitable | $250,000 |
| The Rockefeller University | Charitable | $250,000 |
| 92nd Street Y - Young Men's & Young Women's Hebrew Association | Charitable | $200,000 |
| Children's Museum of Manhattan | Charitable | $200,000 |
| Collegiate School | Education | $200,000 |
| Student Leadership Network | Charitable | $200,000 |
| Art Institute of Chicago | Charitable | $100,000 |
| Sams Fund | Charitable | $36,000 |
| Children's Hospital of Philadelphia | Charitable | $25,000 |
| Riley's Way Foundation | Charitable | $25,000 |
| Tom Coughlin Jay Fund | Charitable | $25,000 |
| Veterinary Care Foundation Inc | Charitable | $25,000 |
| Coachart Org | Charitable | $20,000 |
| American Institute for Stuttering | Charitable | $10,000 |
| Tylers Hope for Dystonia Cure Inc | Charitable | $10,000 |
| Challenged Athletes Foundation | Charitable | $5,000 |
| 70 Faces Media | Charitable | $3,600 |
| Pan-Massachusetts Challenge Inc | Charitable | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Lauren Fixel
- Lee Fixel
Questions people ask
Does The Lauren and Lee Fixel Family Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Lauren and Lee Fixel Family Foundation Inc give?
$8.6 million in tax year 2024, across 24 grants, with a typical grant of $150,000.
Who runs The Lauren and Lee Fixel Family Foundation Inc?
Its 2024 filing lists Lauren Fixel (Director) and Lee Fixel (Director).
What does The Lauren and Lee Fixel Family Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, health and arts and culture.