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Lyon Foundation is a private corporation based in BARTLESVILLE, OK. The foundation received its IRS ruling in 1973. It holds total assets of $54.1M. Annual income is reported at $13.4M. Total assets have grown from $36.8M in 2011 to $52M in 2023. The foundation is governed by 6 officers and trustees. Bring meaningful access and opportunity to Chicago's at-risk youth to enhance the lives and futures of children in these communities. According to its most recent filing, the foundation only makes contributions to preselected charitable organizations. Tax records are available from 2020 to 2023. Grantmaking is concentrated in Chicago. According to available records, Lyon Foundation has made 212 grants totaling $11.8M, with a median grant of $14K. The foundation has distributed between $2.2M and $5M annually from 2020 to 2023. Grantmaking activity was highest in 2022 with $5M distributed across 90 grants. Individual grants have ranged from $1K to $1M, with an average award of $56K. The foundation has supported 85 unique organizations. Grants have been distributed to organizations in Oklahoma and Colorado and Utah. Contributions to this foundation are tax-deductible.
Smallest Grant
$1K
Median Grant
$22K
Average Grant
$54K
Largest Grant
$291K
Based on 40 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.
Bring meaningful access and opportunity to Chicago's at-risk youth to enhance the lives and futures of children in these communities. Based on available records, the foundation has funded 212 grants. Its grantmaking reaches organizations primarily in OK, CO, UT.
Lyon Foundation has distributed a total of $11.8M across 212 grants. The median grant size is $14K, with an average of $56K. Individual grants have ranged from $1K to $1M.
Lyon Foundation typically selects its grantees rather than accepting unsolicited proposals. The application deadline is May 1st and October 1st (twice annually; decisions June and November). By invitation only - does not accept unsolicited applications.
Lyon Foundation is headquartered in BARTLESVILLE, OK. While based in OK, the foundation distributes grants to organizations across 3 states.
| Name | Title | Compensation | Benefits | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| John B Kane | PRESIDENT/MANAGER | $72K | $0 | $72K |
| Thomas Janer | ASSISTANT SECRETARY | $0 | $0 | N/A |
| Bruce W Robinett | TREASURER | $0 | $0 | N/A |
| David King | SECRETARY | $0 | $0 | N/A |
| Mark A Myers | VICE PRESIDENT | $0 | $0 | N/A |
| Glenn Bonner | DIRECTOR | $0 | $0 | N/A |
Total Giving
$2.8M
Total Assets
$52M
Fair Market Value
$52M
Net Worth
$52M
Grants Paid
$2.4M
Contributions
N/A
Net Investment Income
$1.1M
Distribution Amount
$2.5M
Total: $14.7M
Total Grants
212
Total Giving
$11.8M
Average Grant
$56K
Median Grant
$14K
Unique Recipients
85
Most Common Grant
$5K
of 2023 grantees were first-time recipients
| Recipient | Location | Amount | Year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Salvation ArmyGENERAL SUPPORT AND NEW ROOF | Bartlesville, OK | $105K | 2023 |
| Frank Phillips FoundationGENERAL SUPPORT | Bartlesville, OK | $6K | 2023 |
| Boys & Girls ClubGENERAL SUPPORT | Bartlesville, OK | $1K | 2023 |
| Bartlesville Community FoundationGENERAL SUPPORT | Bartlesville, OK | $364K | 2023 |
| Friends Of Kiddie ParkMAINTENANCE AND UPKEEP OF PARK | Bartlesville, OK | $280K | 2023 |
| Lighthouse OutreachPURCHASE 3 LOTS, BUILD DORM AND BATHROOM FACILITIES, AND PURCHASE MINI VAN | Bartlesville, OK | $278K | 2023 |
| City Of BartlesvilleGENERAL SUPPORT AND RECONSTRUCT GREENS ON GOLF COURSE | Bartlesville, OK | $255K | 2023 |
| Bartlesville Public Schools Isd #30GENERAL SUPPORT AND GREEN HOUSES | Bartlesville, OK | $252K | 2023 |
| B The LightREMODEL FACILITY | Bartlesville, OK | $111K | 2023 |
| HeartmattersEXPANSION OF SPACE | Bartlesville, OK | $100K | 2023 |
| ConcernGENERAL SUPPORT AND CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT PROJECTS | Bartlesville, OK | $68K | 2023 |
| Washington County Fire Department2 MULES AND CONVERSION OF TRUCK | Bartlesville, OK | $57K | 2023 |
| On The Rock Ministries15 PASSENGER VAN AND REMODEL OF CAMPUS | Bartlesville, OK | $55K | 2023 |
| Samaritan Counseling And Growth CenterGENERAL SUPPORT, AED MACHINE, NEW ROOF, NEW LOCKS, AND PARKING LOT ADDITION | Bartlesville, OK | $53K | 2023 |
| Washington County Elder CareGENERAL SUPPORT AND NEW THERAPY EQUIPMENT | Bartlesville, OK | $50K | 2023 |
| American Red CrossNEW ROOF | Bartlesville, OK | $50K | 2023 |
| Ability Works Of Oklahoma IncGENERAL SUPPORT | Bartlesville, OK | $44K | 2023 |
| Washington County Senior CitizensNEW ROOF AND FACILITY IMPROVEMENTS | Dewey, OK | $41K | 2023 |
| The Journey HomeGENERAL SUPPORT AND FURNITURE | Bartlesville, OK | $39K | 2023 |
| Bartlesville Lions CharitiesINTERIOR IMPROVEMENTS TO BUILDING | Bartlesville, OK | $35K | 2023 |
| Girl Scouts Of Eastern OklahomaNEW KITCHEN RANGE, NEW A/C, AND AED MACHINE | Bartlesville, OK | $30K | 2023 |
| Paths To IndependenceGENERAL SUPPORT | Bartlesville, OK | $25K | 2023 |
| Project Tribute FoundationFIRST RESPONDER TOURNIQUETS AND BLEED KITS | Bartlesville, OK | $22K | 2023 |
| Aim High Center IncREPLACE HEAT AND AIR | Nowata, OK | $12K | 2023 |
| Grace Community ChurchGENERAL SUPPORT | Bartlesville, OK | $10K | 2023 |
| Playforburk FoundationPURCHASE STORAGE TRAILER AND SAFETY SCREEN | St George, UT | $10K | 2023 |
| Hopestone Cancer Support CenterGENERAL SUPPORT | Bartlesville, OK | $10K | 2023 |
| Bartlesville Public School FoundationGENERAL SUPPORT | Bartlesville, OK | $9K | 2023 |
| Ok MozartREPLACE HVAC SYSTEM | Bartlesville, OK | $9K | 2023 |
| Agape MissionGENERAL SUPPORT | Bartlesville, OK | $5K | 2023 |
| Mary Martha OutreachGENERAL SUPPORT | Bartlesville, OK | $5K | 2023 |
| Animal Rescue FoundationGENERAL SUPPORT | Bartlesville, OK | $5K | 2023 |
| Family Promise Of Washington CountyGENERAL SUPPORT | Bartlesville, OK | $3K | 2023 |
| Safe-Now IncGENERAL SUPPORT | Bartlesville, OK | $3K | 2023 |
| Oklahoma Wesleyan UniversityGENERAL SUPPORT | Bartlesville, OK | $3K | 2023 |
| City ChurchGENERAL SUPPORT | Bartlesville, OK | $3K | 2023 |
| Wesleyan Christian SchoolGENERAL SUPPORT | Bartlesville, OK | $3K | 2023 |
| Bartlesville Community Center Trust AuthorityCONCRETE FOR CONSTRUCTION | Bartlesville, OK | $2K | 2023 |
| Bartlesville Art AssociationGENERAL SUPPORT | Bartlesville, OK | $1K | 2023 |
| Rogers State UniversityGENERAL SUPPORT | Claremore, OK | $1K | 2023 |
| Sutton Avian Research CenterONSITE HOUSING CONSTRUCTION | Bartlesville, OK | $100K | 2022 |
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