Alfred W Lasher Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Alfred W Lasher Foundation is a private foundation in Houston, Texas. In tax year 2024 it gave $90,200 in 5 grants; the typical grant was $7,200 and the largest $40,000. 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$90,200
- Number of grants5
- Typical grant$7,200
- Largest grant$40,000
- Assets$1.5 million
- New grantees40%
Giving in 2024 was up from $14,000 the year before.
40% 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 | $14,000 | 5 | $1.4 million |
| 2024 | $90,200 | 5 | $1.5 million |
How to apply
Alfred W Lasher 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.
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in Texas.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Texas | 5 | $90,200 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| The Kinkaid School | Cash | $40,000 |
| Houston Grand Opera | General fund | $35,000 |
| Torch Centre | Cash | $7,200 |
| Recipe for Success | Cash | $5,000 |
| International Voices Houston | Cash | $3,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Alfred W Lasher III
- Alfred W Lasher IV
- Hayden Lasher McGuiness
- Alexander Reese Lasher
Questions people ask
Does Alfred W Lasher Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Alfred W Lasher Foundation give?
$90,200 in tax year 2024, across 5 grants, with a typical grant of $7,200.
Who runs Alfred W Lasher Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Alfred W Lasher III (Board Member & President), Alfred W Lasher IV (Board Member), Hayden Lasher McGuiness (Board Member) and Alexander Reese Lasher (Board Member).