Lasher Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Lasher Family Foundation is a private foundation in Houston, Texas. In tax year 2024 it gave $50,000 in 5 grants; the typical grant was $10,000 and the largest $20,000. 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$50,000
- Number of grants5
- Typical grant$10,000
- Largest grant$20,000
- Assets$0
- New grantees80%
Giving in 2024 was down from $105,000 the year before.
80% 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | $50,000 | 2 | $1.4 million |
| 2023 | $105,000 | 5 | $0 |
| 2024 | $50,000 | 5 | $0 |
How to apply
Lasher Family 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
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to Texas.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Texas | 2 | $30,000 |
| District of Columbia | 2 | $12,500 |
| Colorado | 1 | $7,500 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Ut Health Office of Department | Operating fund | $20,000 |
| Congaree Foundation | Operating fund | $10,000 |
| Horizons Greater Washington | Operating fund | $10,000 |
| Rockey Mountain Biological Lab | Operating fund | $7,500 |
| Teaching for Change | Operating fund | $2,500 |
Officers and trustees
- Katherine L Ballenger
- S Andrew Lasher Jr
- Janiece Longoria
Questions people ask
Does Lasher Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Lasher Family Foundation give?
$50,000 in tax year 2024, across 5 grants, with a typical grant of $10,000.
Who runs Lasher Family Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Katherine L Ballenger (Director), S Andrew Lasher Jr (Director) and Janiece Longoria (President/Di).