Terry and Lynne Buckner Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Terry and Lynne Buckner Family Foundation is a private foundation in Salt Lake City, Utah. In tax year 2025 it gave $282,500 in 7 grants; the typical grant was $30,000 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$282,500
- Number of grants7
- Typical grant$30,000
- Largest grant$100,000
- Assets$5.7 million
- New grantees57%
Giving in 2025 was up from $254,076 the year before.
57% 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 | $0 | 0 | $5.0 million |
| 2024 | $254,076 | 8 | $5.2 million |
| 2025 | $282,500 | 7 | $5.7 million |
How to apply
Terry and Lynne Buckner 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.
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to Utah.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Utah | 6 | $272,500 |
| Pennsylvania | 1 | $10,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Children's Center Utah | Unrestricted | $100,000 |
| Utah Refugee Connection | Unrestricted | $75,000 |
| Tuacahn Center of the Arts | Unrestricted | $50,000 |
| Utah's First Lady Foundation | Unrestricted | $30,000 |
| Jordan Education Foundation | Unrestricted | $12,500 |
| Help Hope Live | Unrestricted | $10,000 |
| Ron McBride Foundation | Unrestricted | $5,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Terry H Buckner
- Lynne M Buckner
- Holly Dickamore
Questions people ask
Does Terry and Lynne Buckner Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Terry and Lynne Buckner Family Foundation give?
$282,500 in tax year 2025, across 7 grants, with a typical grant of $30,000.
Who runs Terry and Lynne Buckner Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Terry H Buckner (President), Lynne M Buckner (Trustee) and Holly Dickamore (Trustee).