Sauer Lewis Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Sauer Lewis Foundation is a private foundation in Richmond, Virginia. In tax year 2024 it gave $383,605 in 14 grants; the typical grant was $10,000 and the largest $175,000. 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$383,605
- Number of grants14
- Typical grant$10,000
- Largest grant$175,000
- Assets$9.6 million
- New grantees7%
Giving in 2024 was down from $474,606 the year before.
7% 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 | $474,606 | 17 | $8.7 million |
| 2024 | $383,605 | 14 | $9.6 million |
How to apply
Sauer Lewis 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 Sauer Lewis Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to Virginia.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Virginia | 13 | $208,605 |
| Florida | 1 | $175,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Flagler College | Annual giving | $175,000 |
| Flagler Home | Annual giving | $50,000 |
| James River Association | Annual giving | $50,000 |
| Grace & Holy Trinity Church | Religious | $25,000 |
| Caritas | Annual giving | $20,000 |
| Foodbank | Annual giving | $13,605 |
| Anna Julia Cooper Episcopal School | Annual giving | $10,000 |
| McShin Foundation | Annual giving | $10,000 |
| Boaz & Ruth Inc | Annual giving | $5,000 |
| World Pediatric Project | Annual giving | $5,000 |
| The Faison Center | Annual giving | $5,000 |
| Liberation Vererans Services | Annual giving | $5,000 |
| Rework Richmond | Annual giving | $5,000 |
| Circles Rva | Annual giving | $5,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Janet Lewis Sauer
- Bradford B Sauer
Questions people ask
Does Sauer Lewis Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Sauer Lewis Foundation give?
$383,605 in tax year 2024, across 14 grants, with a typical grant of $10,000.
Who runs Sauer Lewis Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Janet Lewis Sauer (President/Director) and Bradford B Sauer (Secretary/Director).
What does Sauer Lewis Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education and faith communities.