Frederick Q Lawson Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Frederick Q Lawson Foundation is a private foundation in Salt Lake City, Utah. In tax year 2024 it gave $1.1 million in 7 grants; the typical grant was $100,000 and the largest $350,000. 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$1.1 million
- Number of grants7
- Typical grant$100,000
- Largest grant$350,000
- Assets$22.6 million
- New grantees0%
Giving in 2024 was up from $900,000 the year before.
0% of its 2024 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 | $900,000 | 7 | $21.2 million |
| 2024 | $1.1 million | 7 | $22.6 million |
How to apply
Frederick Q Lawson 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 Frederick Q Lawson Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to Utah.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Utah | 6 | $950,000 |
| New York | 1 | $100,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Madeline Choir School | General Financial Support | $350,000 |
| Ballet West | General Financial Support | $200,000 |
| Utah SymphonyUtah Opera | General Financial Support | $100,000 |
| Americans for Oxford | General Financial Support | $100,000 |
| University of Utah College of Nursing | General Financial Support | $100,000 |
| Bridgerland Technical College Foundation | General Financial Support | $100,000 |
| Utah State University - Emma Eccles Jones College of Education | General Financial Support | $100,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Frederick Q Lawson
- Charles H Livsey
Questions people ask
Does Frederick Q Lawson Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Frederick Q Lawson Foundation give?
$1.1 million in tax year 2024, across 7 grants, with a typical grant of $100,000.
Who runs Frederick Q Lawson Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Frederick Q Lawson (Trustee/Advisor) and Charles H Livsey (Trustee/Advisor).
What does Frederick Q Lawson Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education and arts and culture.