The Lewis and Butler Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Lewis and Butler Foundation is a private foundation in Richmond, Virginia. In tax year 2024 it gave $370,850 in 31 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 and the largest $115,000. 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$370,850
- Number of grants31
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$115,000
- Assets$2.1 million
- New grantees16%
Giving in 2024 was down from $389,600 the year before.
16% of its 2024 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 | $389,600 | 32 | $2.2 million |
| 2024 | $370,850 | 31 | $2.1 million |
How to apply
The Lewis and Butler 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 Lewis and Butler Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 6 states, the most to Virginia.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Virginia | 20 | $298,750 |
| District of Columbia | 4 | $43,000 |
| New York | 3 | $10,100 |
| Maryland | 2 | $10,000 |
| Florida | 1 | $6,000 |
| Oklahoma | 1 | $3,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Virignia Museum of Fine Arts | Operating support | $115,000 |
| Jewish Community Federation of Richmond | Operating support | $52,250 |
| Weinstein Jewish Community Center | Operating support | $40,000 |
| Woolly Mammoth Theatre Company | Operating support | $15,000 |
| Youth Learning As Citizens Environmental Scientist | Operating support | $15,000 |
| Virginia Repertory Theatre | Operating support | $12,000 |
| Congregation Beth Ahabah | Operating support | $10,000 |
| The Studio Theatre | Operating support | $10,000 |
| United Way of Greater Richmond | Operating support | $10,000 |
| Visual Arts of Richmond | Operating support | $10,000 |
| Richmond SPCA | Operating support | $7,500 |
| Bard Prison Initiative | Operating support | $7,500 |
| St Patrick's Catholic Church | Operating support | $6,000 |
| Chesapeake Bay Foundation | Operating support | $5,000 |
| Chrysler Museum of Art | Operating support | $5,000 |
| Cindy Neuschwander Scholarship Fund | Operating support | $5,000 |
| Daily Planet Health Services | Operating support | $5,000 |
| Firehouse Thatre | Operating support | $5,000 |
| K Dance | Operating support | $5,000 |
| The Richmond Ballet | Operating support | $5,000 |
| Doctors Without Borders | Operating support | $5,000 |
| Feedmore | Operating support | $4,500 |
| Feed the Children | Operating support | $3,000 |
| Gary Sinise Foundation | Operating support | $3,000 |
| Feeding America | Operating support | $3,000 |
| Harry Young Chair at Vcu School of Medicine | Operating support | $2,000 |
| Project Innocence | Operating support | $2,000 |
| Community Idea Station | Operating support | $1,000 |
| Vcu School of Arts Pollack Society | Operating support | $1,000 |
| Metropolitan Museum of Art | Operating support | $600 |
| Friends Association for Children | Operating support | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- Frances A Lewis
- Susan L Butler
- Andrew M Lewis
Questions people ask
Does The Lewis and Butler Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Lewis and Butler Foundation give?
$370,850 in tax year 2024, across 31 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs The Lewis and Butler Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Frances A Lewis (President / Director), Susan L Butler (VP / Director) and Andrew M Lewis (Secretary / Director).
What does The Lewis and Butler Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly arts and culture, faith communities and education.