Grants paid in 2025
18 grants, all shown · from Form 990-PF Part XV
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Iowa State University FoundationAmes, IA | Greater university fund | $120K |
| Heights FoundationFort Myers, FL | General fund | $50K |
| Lee County United WayFort Myers, FL | General fund | $41K |
| Rainbow AcresCamp Verde, AZ | General fund | $40K |
| Hand in HandBettendorf, IA | Educational | $30K |
| Sanibel Congregational ChurchSanibel, FL | Support of programs and upkeep | $15K |
| The Legacy Foundation at Shell PointFort Myers, FL | Support of programs | $13K |
| Benjamin's HopeHolland, MI | Support for children and families affected by autism | $10K |
| Fish of Sanibel Captiva IncSanibel, FL | General fund | $10K |
| Iowa State University Cyclone ClubAmes, IA | Educational opportunities | $9,000 |
| Sanibel Captiva Conservation FoundationSanibel, FL | Conservation | $8,000 |
| Mercy ChefsPortsmouth, VA | Support in disaster areas | $5,000 |
| Willwood Hills Ranch of IowaSt Charles, IA | Support for children | $5,000 |
| Humble DwellingsEldridge, IA | Support of programs | $5,000 |
| Project RhinoHuntington Beach, CA | Support of programs | $5,000 |
| Kappa Alpha Theta FoundationIndianapolis, IN | Scholarships, grants to attend leadership programs | $3,000 |
| Let's Talk About ChildrenFort Myers, FL | Support of programs | $2,000 |
| Sigma Alpha Epsilon Fraternity FoundationEvanston, IL | Educational opportunities | $1,000 |
By state: Iowa 5 · Florida 7 · Arizona 1 · Michigan 1 · Virginia 1 · California 1
About this foundation
Lawson Family Charitable Foundation is a private grantmaking foundation in Fort Myers, Florida, administered in care of John K Lawson, tax-exempt since 1998. Private foundations must pay out roughly 5% of their assets each year, mostly as grants to 501(c)(3) public charities.
Does Lawson Family Charitable Foundation accept grant applications?
No. On its 2025 Form 990-PF the foundation checked that it only makes contributions to preselected organizations. Look for an introduction through a current grantee.
How much does Lawson Family Charitable Foundation give each year?
In tax year 2025 it paid $372K across 18 grants, a median of $9,500.
Where does Lawson Family Charitable Foundation give?
Iowa (5 grants), Florida (7 grants), Arizona (1 grants) and elsewhere, per its latest filing.
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|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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