Richard Spencer Lewis Memorial
Preselected recipients only
Richard Spencer Lewis Memorial is a private foundation in San Antonio, Texas. In tax year 2025 it gave $400,000 in 5 grants; the typical grant was $100,000 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$400,000
- Number of grants5
- Typical grant$100,000
- Largest grant$100,000
- Assets$11.1 million
- New grantees20%
Giving in 2025 was down from $500,000 the year before.
20% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a mix of repeat and new grantees.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $350,000 | 4 | $8.8 million |
| 2024 | $500,000 | 6 | $9.9 million |
| 2025 | $400,000 | 5 | $11.1 million |
How to apply
Richard Spencer Lewis Memorial 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 Richard Spencer Lewis Memorial funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in Texas.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Texas | 5 | $400,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Alamo Colleges Foundation Inc | Nursing programs | $100,000 |
| Christus Children's Foundation | Keeping promises campaign | $100,000 |
| University of the Incarnate Word | Nursing programs | $100,000 |
| Scouting America Alamo Area Council | Program support | $50,000 |
| Ut Health San Antonio | Nursing e | $50,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Paul E McSween III
- Jack Lewis III
- Liza B Lewis
- Sarah McSween
- Linda Pierce
Questions people ask
Does Richard Spencer Lewis Memorial accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Richard Spencer Lewis Memorial give?
$400,000 in tax year 2025, across 5 grants, with a typical grant of $100,000.
Who runs Richard Spencer Lewis Memorial?
Its 2025 filing lists Paul E McSween III (Trustee/President), Jack Lewis III (Trustee/Vp/Treasurer), Liza B Lewis (Trustee) and Sarah McSween (Trustee) among 5 officers and trustees.
What does Richard Spencer Lewis Memorial fund?
Based on its grants, mainly health, education and youth programs.