Joe Lewis & Vivian Lewis Scholarship
Preselected recipients only
Joe Lewis & Vivian Lewis Scholarship is a private foundation in Beaumont, Texas. In tax year 2025 it gave $95,543 in 4 grants; the typical grant was $31,681 and the largest $31,681. 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$95,543
- Number of grants4
- Typical grant$31,681
- Largest grant$31,681
- Assets$2.1 million
- New grantees0%
Giving in 2025 was down from $109,271 the year before.
0% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, so most of its money goes to organizations it already funds.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $108,065 | 4 | $2.0 million |
| 2024 | $109,271 | 4 | $1.9 million |
| 2025 | $95,543 | 4 | $2.1 million |
How to apply
Joe Lewis & Vivian Lewis Scholarship 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 Joe Lewis & Vivian Lewis Scholarship funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in Texas.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Texas | 4 | $95,543 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Jarvis Christian College | Educational | $31,681 |
| East Texas Baptist University | Educational | $31,681 |
| Wiley College | Educational | $31,681 |
| Galilee Baptist Church | Religious | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- Cornell Thomas
- Darrell Bailey
- Jean Birmingham
- Hancock Whitney Trust Depart
Questions people ask
Does Joe Lewis & Vivian Lewis Scholarship accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Joe Lewis & Vivian Lewis Scholarship give?
$95,543 in tax year 2025, across 4 grants, with a typical grant of $31,681.
Who runs Joe Lewis & Vivian Lewis Scholarship?
Its 2025 filing lists Cornell Thomas (Trustee), Darrell Bailey (Trustee), Jean Birmingham (Trustee) and Hancock Whitney Trust Depart (Trustee).
What does Joe Lewis & Vivian Lewis Scholarship fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education and faith communities.