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T W Lewis Foundation is a private corporation based in SCOTTSDALE, AZ. The foundation received its IRS ruling in 2002. The principal officer is Thomas W Lewis. It holds total assets of $10.2M. Annual income is reported at $5.4M. Total assets have decreased from $14.6M in 2011 to $10.2M in 2024. The foundation is governed by 6 officers and trustees. The foundation operates in the area of philanthropy & grantmaking. Tax records are available from 2015 to 2024. Grantmaking is concentrated in Arizona. According to available records, T W Lewis Foundation has made 188 grants totaling $10.2M, with a median grant of $25K. The foundation has distributed between $1.7M and $4.5M annually from 2020 to 2023. Grantmaking activity was highest in 2021 with $4.5M distributed across 48 grants. Individual grants have ranged from $100 to $1.5M, with an average award of $54K. The foundation has supported 91 unique organizations. The foundation primarily supports organizations in Arizona, Kentucky, District of Columbia, which account for 80% of all grants. Grantmaking reaches organizations across 18 states. Contributions to this foundation are tax-deductible.
Smallest Grant
$200
Median Grant
$25K
Average Grant
$49K
Largest Grant
$501K
Based on 43 grants from the most recent 990-PF filing.
The t.w. Lewis foundation makes no program related investments. No direct charitable activities are carried on by the foundation. All administrative expenses incurred in connection with our tax exempt purpose were allocated to grant making activities. All other expenses of the foundation were properly allocated to the investment activities of the foundation.
T W Lewis Foundation primarily funds organizations in the area of philanthropy & grantmaking. Based on available records, the foundation has funded 188 grants. Its grantmaking reaches organizations primarily in AZ, KY, DC.
T W Lewis Foundation has distributed a total of $10.2M across 188 grants. The median grant size is $25K, with an average of $54K. Individual grants have ranged from $100 to $1.5M.
Awards are restricted to 501(c)(3) organizations that provide programs and activities which improve the quality of life for people in need, with a special focus on the needs and educaiton of children.
T W Lewis Foundation is headquartered in SCOTTSDALE, AZ. While based in AZ, the foundation distributes grants to organizations across 18 states.
| Name | Title | Compensation | Benefits | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dana Fingleton | DIRECTOR | $14K | $2K | $18K |
| Jeremy Beer | DIRECTOR | $0 | $0 | N/A |
| Nicole Hoplin | DIRECTOR | $0 | $0 | N/A |
| Thomas Lewis Sr | CHAIRMAN | $0 | $0 | N/A |
| Janet Lewis | VICE PRESIDENT | $0 | $0 | N/A |
| John Jackson | TREASURER | $0 | $0 | N/A |
Total Giving
N/A
Total Assets
$10.2M
Fair Market Value
N/A
Net Worth
$10.2M
Grants Paid
N/A
Contributions
N/A
Net Investment Income
N/A
Distribution Amount
N/A
Total Grants
188
Total Giving
$10.2M
Average Grant
$54K
Median Grant
$25K
Unique Recipients
91
Most Common Grant
$5K
of 2023 grantees were first-time recipients
| Recipient | Location | Amount | Year |
|---|---|---|---|
| St Vincent De PaulGENERAL PURPOSE | Phoenix, AZ | $210K | 2023 |
| Fresh StartGENERAL PURPOSE | Phoenix, AZ | $85K | 2023 |
| American StudioGENERAL PURPOSE | Gig Harbor, WA | $25K | 2023 |
| American Legislative Exchange CouncilGENERAL PURPOSE | Arlington, VA | $120K | 2023 |
| Alliance Defending FreedomGENERAL PURPOSE | Scottsdale, AZ | $100K | 2023 |
| The Heritage FoundationGENERAL PURPOSE | Washington, DC | $100K | 2023 |
| Conservative Partnership InstituteGENERAL PURPOSE | Washington, DC | $100K | 2023 |
| America First Policy InstituteGENERAL PURPOSE | Arlington, VA | $100K | 2023 |
| ValleywiseGENERAL PURPOSE | Phoenix, AZ | $100K | 2023 |
| Turning Point UsaGENERAL PURPOSE | Phoenix, AZ | $100K | 2023 |
| Young America'S FoundationGENERAL PURPOSE | Reston, VA | $90K | 2023 |
| University Kentucky AthleticsGENERAL PURPOSE | Lexington, KY | $72K | 2023 |
| Phoenix Rescue MissionGENERAL PURPOSE | Phoenix, AZ | $60K | 2023 |
| Arizona Friends Of Foster Children FoundationGENERAL PURPOSE | Phoenix, AZ | $59K | 2023 |
| Young Life ArizonaGENERAL PURPOSE | Phoenix, AZ | $53K | 2023 |
| Foundation For Economic EducationGENERAL PURPOSE | Atlanta, GA | $50K | 2023 |
| Arizona Helping HandsGENERAL PURPOSE | Scottsdale, AZ | $50K | 2023 |
| Prager UniversityGENERAL PURPOSE | Sherman Oaks, CA | $50K | 2023 |
| Sandra Day O'Connor InstituteGENERAL PURPOSE | Phoenix, AZ | $43K | 2023 |
| Desert Botanical GardensGENERAL PURPOSE | Phoenix, AZ | $35K | 2023 |
| Children'S Museum Of PhoenixWIC PROGRAM | Phoenix, AZ | $25K | 2023 |
| The University Of Arizona Foundation PandaGENERAL PURPOSE | Phoenix, AZ | $25K | 2023 |
| Dream City ChurchGENERAL PURPOSE | Phoenix, AZ | $25K | 2023 |
| State Policy NetworkGENERAL PURPOSE | Arlington, VA | $25K | 2023 |
| Ballet ArizonaGENERAL PURPOSE | Phoenix, AZ | $15K | 2023 |
| Valley Christian SchoolsGENERAL PURPOSE | Chandler, AZ | $10K | 2023 |
| Center For The Rights Of Abused ChildrenGENERAL PURPOSE | Phoenix, AZ | $10K | 2023 |
| Friends Of Public Radio Arizona (Kjzz)GENERAL PURPOSE | Tempe, AZ | $10K | 2023 |
| Gilbert Christian SchoolsGENERAL PURPOSE | Gilbert, AZ | $10K | 2023 |
| Northwest Christian SchoolGENERAL PURPOSE | Phoenix, AZ | $10K | 2023 |
| The Foster AllianceGENERAL PURPOSE | Phoenix, AZ | $10K | 2023 |
| American PhilanthropicGENERAL PURPOSE | Hockessin, DE | $10K | 2023 |
| Museum Of The Bible IncGENERAL PURPOSE | Oklahoma City, OK | $10K | 2023 |
| Veterans Heritage ProjectGENERAL PURPOSE | Phoenix, AZ | $10K | 2023 |
| Scottsdale Christian AcademyGENERAL PURPOSE | Phoenix, AZ | $10K | 2023 |
| The Heard MuseumGENERAL PURPOSE | Phoenix, AZ | $8K | 2023 |
| Dallas Theological SeminaryGENERAL PURPOSE | Dallas, TX | $5K | 2023 |
| Hope Christian AcademyGENERAL PURPOSE | Saint Paul, MN | $5K | 2023 |
| Judicial WatchGENERAL PURPOSE | Washington, DC | $5K | 2023 |
| Victims Of Communism Memorial FoundationGENERAL PURPOSE | Washington, DC | $5K | 2023 |
| CydapGENERAL PURPOSE | Phoenix, AZ | $5K | 2023 |
| Future For KidsGENERAL PURPOSE | Tempe, AZ | $5K | 2023 |
| New Life CenterGENERAL PURPOSE | Goodyear, AZ | $5K | 2023 |
| Arizona Community Foundation - Lou Grubbs Friends Fore GolfGENERAL PURPOSE | Phoenix, AZ | $5K | 2023 |
| The Stamina FoundationGENERAL PURPOSE | Louisville, KY | $5K | 2023 |
| Tgen FoundationGENERAL PURPOSE | Phoenix, AZ | $5K | 2023 |
| Chama Peak Land AllianceGENERAL PURPOSE | Pagosa Springs, CO | $5K | 2023 |
| Asu Foundation - Women And PhilanthropyGENERAL PURPOSE | Tempe, AZ | $3K | 2023 |
| The Philanthropy Roundtable IncGENERAL PURPOSE | Washington, DC | $1K | 2023 |
| Summit SchoolGENERAL PURPOSE | Upper Nyack, NY | $500 | 2023 |
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