Lowdon Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Lowdon Family Foundation is a private foundation in Fort Worth, Texas. In tax year 2025 it gave $505,050 in 12 grants; the typical grant was $37,500 and the largest $100,000. 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$505,050
- Number of grants12
- Typical grant$37,500
- Largest grant$100,000
- Assets$8.4 million
- New grantees75%
Giving in 2025 was up from $275,100 the year before.
75% of its 2025 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 | $157,500 | 9 | $7.9 million |
| 2023 | $507,780 | 17 | $7.3 million |
| 2024 | $275,100 | 6 | $7.9 million |
| 2025 | $505,050 | 12 | $8.4 million |
How to apply
Lowdon 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.
What Lowdon Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its US grants went to recipients in 6 states, the most to Texas. It also paid $20,000 in 2 grants to recipients outside the US.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Texas | 3 | $200,000 |
| Georgia | 1 | $100,000 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $98,000 |
| Florida | 3 | $62,000 |
| New Jersey | 1 | $25,000 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $50 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| American Cancer Society | Unrestricted donation | $100,000 |
| Dallas 24 Hour Club | Unrestricted donation | $100,000 |
| Australian Universities & Schools USA Foundation | Unrestricted donation | $98,000 |
| Society of the Four Arts | Unrestricted donation | $50,000 |
| Fort Worth Zoo | Unrestricted donation | $50,000 |
| Nexus Recovery Center | Unrestricted donation | $50,000 |
| Princeton University | Unrestricted donation | $25,000 |
| Bath & Tennis Historic Bldg Preservation Foundation | Unrestricted donation | $10,000 |
| Church Wardens of St Matthias | Unrestricted donation | $10,000 |
| St Vincents Curran Foundation | Unrestricted donation | $10,000 |
| St Ann Place Outreach Center | Unrestricted donation | $2,000 |
| The Heritage Foundation | Unrestricted donation | $50 |
Officers and trustees
- E Patty Lowdon
- Lili Lowdon Luth
- Elton M Hyder IV
- Matthew Luth
Questions people ask
Does Lowdon Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Lowdon Family Foundation give?
$505,050 in tax year 2025, across 12 grants, with a typical grant of $37,500.
Who runs Lowdon Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists E Patty Lowdon (President/Treasurer), Lili Lowdon Luth (Secretery), Elton M Hyder IV (Director) and Matthew Luth (Director).
What does Lowdon Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, arts and culture and international.