Ligon-Lamsam Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Ligon-Lamsam Foundation is a private foundation in Austin, Texas. In tax year 2025 it gave $72,500 in 4 grants; the typical grant was $17,500 and the largest $35,000. 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$72,500
- Number of grants4
- Typical grant$17,500
- Largest grant$35,000
- Assets$307,992
- New grantees0%
Giving in 2025 was down from $175,658 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 | $125,000 | 5 | $911,819 |
| 2024 | $175,658 | 7 | $778,533 |
| 2025 | $72,500 | 4 | $307,992 |
How to apply
Ligon-Lamsam 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 Ligon-Lamsam Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 1 | $35,000 |
| Maryland | 1 | $30,000 |
| Texas | 1 | $5,000 |
| Connecticut | 1 | $2,500 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Fine Arts Museum of San Francisco | Operating purposes | $35,000 |
| St John's College | Operating purposes | $30,000 |
| The University of Texas | Operating purposes | $5,000 |
| Yale University | Operating purposes | $2,500 |
Officers and trustees
- W Austin Ligon
Questions people ask
Does Ligon-Lamsam Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Ligon-Lamsam Foundation give?
$72,500 in tax year 2025, across 4 grants, with a typical grant of $17,500.
Who runs Ligon-Lamsam Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists W Austin Ligon (President).
What does Ligon-Lamsam Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education.