The Lre Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Lre Foundation is a private foundation in Dallas, Texas. In tax year 2024 it gave $320,000 in 35 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 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$320,000
- Number of grants35
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$20,000
- Assets$328,525
How to apply
The Lre 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 The Lre Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 16 states, the most to Oklahoma.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Oklahoma | 7 | $54,000 |
| Texas | 7 | $54,000 |
| New York | 2 | $40,000 |
| Tennessee | 2 | $40,000 |
| New Mexico | 2 | $20,000 |
| Florida | 1 | $20,000 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $20,000 |
| Ohio | 1 | $20,000 |
| California | 3 | $12,000 |
| Illinois | 2 | $8,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Greenspace Dallas | Volunteer day donation | $20,000 |
| Tennessee College of Applied Technology Northwest | General support | $20,000 |
| American Solar Grazing Association Inc | Supporting solar grazing certification and education | $20,000 |
| National Multiple Sclerosis Society | Research cure for ms | $20,000 |
| Wounded Warrior Project Inc | Supporting veterans' needs | $20,000 |
| Heroes & Hives | Educating veterans about beekeeping | $20,000 |
| St Jude Childrens Research Hospital | General support | $20,000 |
| Natural Resources Defense Council Inc | Safeguarding the environment | $20,000 |
| Alvin Isd Education Foundation | Stem bus donation | $15,000 |
| Tucumcari Public School | For 3d printer | $10,000 |
| Pryor Public Schools | General support | $10,000 |
| Mesalands Community College | Spring semester scholarships | $10,000 |
| Osage Public School District | General support | $10,000 |
| Chouteau Mazie Public School | General support | $10,000 |
| Idaho Foodbank Warehouse Inc | Food bank donation | $8,000 |
| Mayes County Hope Coalition | General support | $7,500 |
| Pryor Main Street Inc | General support | $7,500 |
| Cherokee Nation Education Corporation | General support | $5,000 |
| The Brazoria Heritage Foundation Inc | Heritage foundation and lions club | $5,000 |
| Weld Food Bank | Food bank donation | $4,000 |
| West Texas Food Bank | Food bank donation | $4,000 |
| Lower Currituck Food Pantry | Food pantry donation | $4,000 |
| Commission on Economic Opportunity | Food bank donation | $4,000 |
| Yuma Community Food Bank | Food bank donation | $4,000 |
| Regional Food Bank of Oklahoma Inc | Food bank donation | $4,000 |
| Food Bank of Abilene Inc | Food bank of west central texas | $4,000 |
| Tri-County Opportunities Council | Bureau county food pantry donation | $4,000 |
| Jacobs & Cushman San Diego Food Bank | San diego food bank | $4,000 |
| San Antonio Food Bank | Food bank donation | $4,000 |
| Community Food Bank of New Jersey Inc | Food bank donation | $4,000 |
| Rosamond Hills Inc | General support | $4,000 |
| Food Bank of Costa and Solano | Food bank donation | $4,000 |
| Illinois Valley Food Pantry | Food pantry donation | $4,000 |
| United Way of the Southern Alleghenies | Food pantry donation | $4,000 |
| Rosharon Volunteer Fire Department | Fire department donation | $2,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Jason Allen
- Rebecca Fisher
- Theodore Matula
Questions people ask
Does The Lre Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Lre Foundation give?
$320,000 in tax year 2024, across 35 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs The Lre Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Jason Allen (Chair), Rebecca Fisher (Director) and Theodore Matula (Director).
What does The Lre Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, food and hunger and science and research.