Lydia Collins Deforest Char Tr UW
Preselected recipients only
Lydia Collins Deforest Char Tr UW is a private foundation in Dallas, Texas. In tax year 2025 it gave $597,559 in 19 grants; the typical grant was $25,251 and the largest $50,000. 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$597,559
- Number of grants19
- Typical grant$25,251
- Largest grant$50,000
- Assets$15.5 million
- New grantees79%
Giving in 2025 was up from $581,160 the year before.
79% 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $503,870 | 17 | $12.9 million |
| 2024 | $581,160 | 18 | $13.8 million |
| 2025 | $597,559 | 19 | $15.5 million |
How to apply
Lydia Collins Deforest Char Tr UW 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 Lydia Collins Deforest Char Tr UW funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to New Jersey.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New Jersey | 17 | $557,559 |
| New York | 1 | $25,000 |
| Georgia | 1 | $15,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Ocean Mental Health Services | Unrestricted general | $50,000 |
| Montclair Ambulance Unit | Unrestricted general | $50,000 |
| Essex County Family Justice Center | Unrestricted general | $50,000 |
| Fountain Baptist Church | Unrestricted general | $40,000 |
| Nourish NJ | Unrestricted general | $40,000 |
| Cathedral Soup Kitchen | Unrestricted general | $40,000 |
| Grace Church | Unrestricted general | $35,000 |
| Covenant House New Jersey | Unrestricted general | $30,000 |
| Newark Emergency Services for Families | Unrestricted general | $27,310 |
| Market Street Mission | Unrestricted general | $25,251 |
| YWCA of Eastern Union Country | Unrestricted general | $25,000 |
| Women's Rights Information Center | Unrestricted general | $25,000 |
| New Jersey Coalition to End Homelessness | Unrestricted general | $25,000 |
| Lighthouse Guild International | Unrestricted general | $25,000 |
| Diocese of New Jersey Trinity Church | Unrestricted general | $25,000 |
| St Paul's Community Development | Unrestricted general | $25,000 |
| Rowan University Foundation | Unrestricted general | $24,998 |
| St Peter's Episcopal Church | Unrestricted general | $20,000 |
| Habitat for Humanity | Unrestricted general | $15,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Bank of America
- Jean F Marano
- Carolann E Clynes
Questions people ask
Does Lydia Collins Deforest Char Tr UW accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Lydia Collins Deforest Char Tr UW give?
$597,559 in tax year 2025, across 19 grants, with a typical grant of $25,251.
Who runs Lydia Collins Deforest Char Tr UW?
Its 2025 filing lists Bank of America (Co-Trustee), Jean F Marano (Co-Trustee) and Carolann E Clynes (Co-Trustee).
What does Lydia Collins Deforest Char Tr UW fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, community development and housing and homelessness.