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The J K Lowder Family Foundation is a private corporation based in MONTGOMERY, AL. The foundation received its IRS ruling in 1995. The principal officer is James K Lowder. It holds total assets of $18.9M. Annual income is reported at $12.2M. The foundation is governed by 5 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 2015 to 2024. Grantmaking is concentrated in Alabama. According to available records, The J K Lowder Family Foundation has made 181 grants totaling $2.1M, with a median grant of $5K. Annual giving has grown from $659K in 2021 to $1.4M in 2022. Individual grants have ranged from $250 to $163K, with an average award of $12K. The foundation has supported 65 unique organizations. The foundation primarily supports organizations in Alabama, Georgia, Missouri, which account for 95% of all grants. Grantmaking reaches organizations across 6 states. Contributions to this foundation are tax-deductible.
The J K Lowder Family Foundation reported 181 individual grants totaling $2.1 million between 2021 and 2022 across its IRS Form 990-PF filings, with a median grant of $5,000. Half of those grants fell between $1,500 and $10,000. Its largest single grant in the record was $162,500. Its most recent available filing, for fiscal year 2023, reports $842,411 in total giving.
Grantmaking is concentrated in AL, which received 163 of the 181 grants on record (90 percent). In total the foundation's grantees span 6 states. Of its 65 distinct grantees, 92 percent received funding more than once, so repeat relationships are the norm rather than the exception. Its largest institutional recipients were Alabama Shakespeare Festival (Board Compaign) ($475,000), Ymca-Capital Campaign ($217,500) and Auburn College Of Business ($175,000).
Computed from 181 individual grant records (2021–2022) in this foundation's IRS Form 990-PF Part XV filings, reaching 6 states. Source: IRS 990-PF.
Smallest Grant
$250
Median Grant
$5K
Average Grant
$11K
Largest Grant
$150K
Based on 61 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.
The J K Lowder Family Foundation primarily funds organizations in the area of philanthropy & grantmaking. Based on available records, the foundation has funded 181 grants. Its grantmaking reaches organizations primarily in AL, GA, MO.
The J K Lowder Family Foundation has distributed a total of $2.1M across 181 grants. The median grant size is $5K, with an average of $12K. Individual grants have ranged from $250 to $163K.
The J K Lowder Family Foundation typically selects its grantees rather than accepting unsolicited proposals.
The J K Lowder Family Foundation is headquartered in MONTGOMERY, AL. While based in AL, the foundation distributes grants to organizations across 6 states.
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| Name | Title | Compensation | Benefits | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Emily L Wootten | EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR | $60K | $2K | $62K |
| Anna C Lowder | DIRECTOR | $0 | $0 | N/A |
| Joshua K Lowder | DIRECTOR | $0 | $0 | N/A |
| James K Lowder | PRESIDENT | $0 | $0 | N/A |
| Margaret B Lowder | VICE PRESIDENT | $0 | $0 | N/A |
Total Giving
N/A
Total Assets
$17.7M
Fair Market Value
N/A
Net Worth
$17.7M
Grants Paid
N/A
Contributions
N/A
Net Investment Income
N/A
Distribution Amount
N/A
Total Grants
181
Total Giving
$2.1M
Average Grant
$12K
Median Grant
$5K
Unique Recipients
65
Most Common Grant
$1K
of 2022 grantees were first-time recipients
| Recipient | Location | Amount | Year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Humane SocietyFUNDING FOR GENERAL PROGRAM EXPENDITURES | Montgomery, AL | $5K | 2022 |
| Alabama Shakespeare Festival (Board Compaign)SUPPORT FOR PERFORMING ARTS | Montgomery, AL | $163K | 2022 |
| Auburn College Of BusinessFUNDING FOR GENERAL PROGRAM EXPENDITURES | Auburn, AL | $75K | 2022 |
| Ymca-Capital CampaignFUNDING FOR GENERAL PROGRAM EXPENDITURES | Montgomery, AL | $73K | 2022 |
| River Region United WayCOMMUNITY SUPPORT | Montgomery, AL | $50K | 2022 |
| Mission To North AmericaCOMMUNITY SUPPORT | Lawrenceville, GA | $35K | 2022 |
| Frazier Memorial UmcFUNDING FOR GENERAL PROGRAM EXPENDITURES | Montgomery, AL | $25K | 2022 |
| Montessori School At HampsteadFUNDING FOR GENERAL PROGRAM EXPENDITURES | Montgomery, AL | $25K | 2022 |
| Reformed Theological SeminaryCOMMUNITY SUPPORT | Marietta, GA | $20K | 2022 |
| Family Sunshine CenterFUNDING FOR GENERAL PROGRAM EXPENDITURES | Montgomery, AL | $20K | 2022 |
| Montgomery AcademyFUNDING FOR GENERAL PROGRAM EXPENDITURES | Montgomery, AL | $20K | 2022 |
| Cloverdale PlayhouseCAPITAL CAMPAIGN CONTRIBUTION | Montgomery, AL | $18K | 2022 |
| A Education PartnershipCOMMUNITY SUPPORT | Montgomery, AL | $15K | 2022 |
| Al 4-H Club FoundationCOMMUNITY SUPPORT | Auburn University, AL | $10K | 2022 |
| Montgomery Symphony AssociationGIFT TO MSO AND THE YOUTH ORCHESTRA | Montgomery, AL | $10K | 2022 |
| Fellowship Of Christian AthletesFUNDING FOR GENERAL PROGRAM EXPENDITURES | Kansas City, MO | $10K | 2022 |
| UabFUNDING FOR GENERAL PROGRAM EXPENDITURES | Birminham, AL | $10K | 2022 |
| Montgomery Museum Of Fine ArtsFUNDING FOR GENERAL PROGRAM EXPENDITURES | Montgomery, AL | $8K | 2022 |
| Liberty Learning FoundationFUNDING FOR GENERAL PROGRAM EXPENDITURES | Huntsville, AL | $7K | 2022 |
| Montgomery Christian SchoolFUNDING FOR GENERAL PROGRAM EXPENDITURES | Montgomery, AL | $7K | 2022 |
| Capri Community Film Society IncFUNDING FOR GENERAL PROGRAM EXPENDITURES | Montgomery, AL | $7K | 2022 |
| Montgomery Area Zoological SocietyCOMMUNITY SUPPORT | Montgomery, AL | $5K | 2022 |
| Cougar PtoFUNDING FOR GENERAL PROGRAM EXPENDITURES | Mountain Brook, AL | $5K | 2022 |
| Ymca Metro Partners With YouthCOMMUNITY SUPPORT | Montgomery, AL | $5K | 2022 |
| Clefworks IncCOMMUNITY SUPPORT | Montgomery, AL | $5K | 2022 |
| Teach For America-AlabamaFUNDING FOR GENERAL PROGRAM EXPENDITURES | Marion, AL | $5K | 2022 |
| Alabama Institute For Education In The Arts (Aiea)FUNDING FOR GENERAL PROGRAM EXPENDITURES | Montgomery, AL | $5K | 2022 |
| Joy To Life FoundationFUNDING FOR GENERAL PROGRAM EXPENDITURES | Montgomery, AL | $5K | 2022 |
| River Region TrailsCOMMUNITY SUPPORT | Montgomery, AL | $5K | 2022 |
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