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Lemmon Foundation is a private trust based in WESTPORT, CT. The foundation received its IRS ruling in 1998. It holds total assets of $1.6M. Annual income is reported at $523K. Total assets have grown from $1.3M in 2011 to $1.7M in 2023. The foundation is governed by 2 officers and trustees. The foundation operates in the area of philanthropy & grantmaking. According to its most recent filing, the foundation only makes contributions to preselected charitable organizations. Tax records are available from 2016 to 2023. The foundation primarily funds organizations in Maryland, Texas and California. According to available records, Lemmon Foundation has made 31 grants totaling $212K, with a median grant of $3K. Annual giving has grown from $66K in 2021 to $98K in 2023. Individual grants have ranged from $400 to $30K, with an average award of $7K. The foundation has supported 24 unique organizations. The foundation primarily supports organizations in Maryland, Virginia, Texas, which account for 32% of all grants. Grantmaking reaches organizations across 13 states. Contributions to this foundation are tax-deductible.
Smallest Grant
$2K
Median Grant
$10K
Average Grant
$13K
Largest Grant
$30K
Based on 5 grants from the most recent 990-PF filing.
No program descriptions are available for this foundation. Many private foundations report program activities in their annual 990-PF filings — check the Tax Filings section below for the most recent filing.
Lemmon Foundation primarily funds organizations in the area of philanthropy & grantmaking. Based on available records, the foundation has funded 31 grants. Its grantmaking reaches organizations primarily in MD, VA, TX.
Lemmon Foundation has distributed a total of $212K across 31 grants. The median grant size is $3K, with an average of $7K. Individual grants have ranged from $400 to $30K.
Lemmon Foundation typically selects its grantees rather than accepting unsolicited proposals.
Lemmon Foundation is headquartered in WESTPORT, CT. While based in CT, the foundation distributes grants to organizations across 13 states.
| Name | Title | Compensation | Benefits | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Courtney N Lemmon | President | $29K | $26K | $55K |
| Peter Mccrea | Trustee | $0 | $0 | N/A |
Total Giving
$171K
Total Assets
$1.7M
Fair Market Value
$1.7M
Net Worth
$1.7M
Grants Paid
$98K
Contributions
N/A
Net Investment Income
$27K
Distribution Amount
$81K
Total: $1.5M
Total Grants
31
Total Giving
$212K
Average Grant
$7K
Median Grant
$3K
Unique Recipients
24
Most Common Grant
$1K
of 2023 grantees were first-time recipients
| Recipient | Location | Amount | Year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kindred Spirits SanctuaryGeneral Support | Citra, FL | $2K | 2023 |
| American Bird ConservancyGeneral Support | The Plains, VA | $25K | 2023 |
| Wild Earth AlliesGeneral Support | Chevy Chase, MD | $20K | 2023 |
| International Fund Animal WlfrGeneral Support | Yarmouth Port, MA | $15K | 2023 |
| Center For Humane EconomyGeneral Support | Bethesda, MD | $15K | 2023 |
| Sea Turtle ConservancyGeneral Support | Gainseville, FL | $10K | 2023 |
| Compassion In World FarmingGeneral Support | New York City, NY | $2K | 2023 |
| World Animal ProtectionGeneral Support | New York, NY | $2K | 2023 |
| Lady FreethinkerGeneral Support | Los Angeles, CA | $2K | 2023 |
| Full Circle Farm SanctuaryGeneral Support | Warm Springs, GA | $2K | 2023 |
| Animal Protection InstituteMaking the world a better place for all animals | Sacramento, CA | $1K | 2023 |
| Mercy For AnimalsGeneral Support | Los Angeles, CA | $1K | 2023 |
| Compassion Works InternationalGeneral Support | Henderson, NV | $500 | 2023 |
| Physicians Committee For ResponsiblGeneral Support | Washington, DC | $500 | 2023 |
| Dream Catcher Farm Horse SanctuaryFeed/program expenses | Ravendale, CA | $400 | 2023 |
| Inga FoundationGeneral Support | Evington, VA | $10K | 2022 |
| Farm SanctuaryGeneral Support | Watkins Glen, NY | $5K | 2022 |
| Wildlands NetworkGeneral Support | Salt Lake City, UT | $3K | 2022 |
| Wildlife In CrisisGeneral Support | Weston, CT | $1K | 2022 |
| Luvin Arms Animal SanctuaryGeneral Support | Erie, CO | $1K | 2022 |
| Wildlife Conservation InternationalGeneral Support | Austin, TX | $30K | 2021 |
| North American Primate SanctuaryGeneral Support | Oakland, CA | $10K | 2021 |
| National Butterfly CenterGeneral Support | Mision, TX | $4K | 2021 |
| Gentle Giants Draft Horse RescueGeneral Support | Mt Airy, MD | $2K | 2021 |