Lyche Family Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
Lyche Family Foundation Inc is a private foundation in Onalaska, Wisconsin. In tax year 2024 it gave $697,373 in 37 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 and the largest $325,000. 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$697,373
- Number of grants37
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$325,000
- Assets$13.2 million
- New grantees24%
Giving in 2024 was up from $194,430 the year before.
24% 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 | $194,430 | 44 | $12.1 million |
| 2024 | $697,373 | 37 | $13.2 million |
How to apply
Lyche Family Foundation Inc 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 Lyche Family Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 6 states, the most to Wisconsin.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Wisconsin | 32 | $680,973 |
| Pennsylvania | 1 | $10,000 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $5,000 |
| North Dakota | 1 | $1,000 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $200 |
| Minnesota | 1 | $200 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| La Crosse Community Theater | Charitable | $325,000 |
| Onalaska Community Center | Charitable | $100,000 |
| Family & Children's Center | Charitable | $50,000 |
| La Crosse Area Family YMCA | Charitable | $45,000 |
| Boys and Girls Clubs of Greater la Crosse Inc | Charitable | $34,353 |
| Couleecap Inc | Charitable | $25,500 |
| Onalaska United Methodist Church | Charitable | $15,500 |
| Viterbo College Inc | Charitable | $14,000 |
| Salvation Army | Charitable | $12,945 |
| Great Rivers United Way | Charitable | $10,175 |
| National Philanthropic Trust | Charitable | $10,000 |
| United Way | Charitable | $10,000 |
| Adult and Teen Challenge of Western Wisconsin | Charitable | $5,000 |
| ALS Foundation | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Irishfest-Lacrosse Inc | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Paul and Jill Kulig Family Fund | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Riverfest Inc | Charitable | $5,000 |
| United Fund for the Arts & Humanities | Charitable | $5,000 |
| University of Wisconsin Lacrosse Foundation | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Bethany-St Joseph Corp | Charitable | $1,000 |
| Myteam Triumph | Charitable | $1,000 |
| Pump House Regional Arts Center | Charitable | $1,000 |
| Rotary Works Foundation | Charitable | $1,000 |
| St Clare Health Mission | Charitable | $1,000 |
| University of North Dakota Foundation | Charitable | $1,000 |
| Big Brothers Big Sisters of the 7 Rivers Region Inc | Charitable | $500 |
| Gundersen Lutheran Medical Foundation Inc | Charitable | $500 |
| Hunger Task Force | Charitable | $500 |
| Womens Fund of Greater la Crosse Inc | Charitable | $500 |
| Childrens Museum of la Crosse Inc | Charitable | $350 |
| Friends of PBS Wisconsin | Charitable | $300 |
| Luxembourg American Cultural Society | Charitable | $250 |
| River City Youth Hockey | Charitable | $250 |
| Riverfest Commodore Foundation | Charitable | $250 |
| AARP Foundation | Charitable | $200 |
| Centennial Elementary PTA | Charitable | $200 |
| The Nature Place | Charitable | $100 |
Officers and trustees
- John Lyche
- Eric J Lyche
- Adam Lyche
- Jill Kulig
Questions people ask
Does Lyche Family Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Lyche Family Foundation Inc give?
$697,373 in tax year 2024, across 37 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs Lyche Family Foundation Inc?
Its 2024 filing lists John Lyche (Officer), Eric J Lyche (Officer), Adam Lyche (Officer) and Jill Kulig (Officer).
What does Lyche Family Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly arts and culture, youth programs and human services.