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Lamar University Foundation Inc

Lamar University Foundation Inc

Beaumont, TX, US
501(c)(3)
EIN
23-7298265
Regional Funder
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Lamar University Foundation Inc

Beaumont, TX, US
501(c)(3)
EIN
23-7298265
Regional Funder

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Est.

1972

Fiscal Year Start

Sep 1

Organization Type

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The Lamar University Foundation Inc is a 501(c)(3) grantmaking organization that primarily focuses on funding within Texas, having paid out a total of $2.6 million in grants in 2024. This foundation operates on a relationship-based model and does not accept unsolicited proposals, making grants exclusively by invitation. Nonprofits interested in engaging with the foundation can explore warm-introduction pathways through Impala's Funder Prospecting.

Mission Statement

The Foundation supports the development and promotion of Lamar University, its students, faculty and staff. The Lamar University Foundation supports and enhances Lamar University by encouraging the commitment of personal and financial resources to further the education of Lamar University students. The Foundation promotes the stewardship of donors to enhance the quality of services provided by the University to student, faculty, alumni and friends. The Lamar University Foundation manages the investments, serves as trustee of the endowment funds and other private assets contributed for the benefit of Lamar University.
Total Funding Given

$2.6M

2024
Grantees funded
1
Multi-year grantees
100%
Funding by Year
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Total No. of Grants

4

Median 1st year grant
$828K
Median 2nd year grant
$359.3K
H
Herman Wilson Jr
Board Member
J
J Pat Parsons
Board Member
J
Juan Zabala
Board Member

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to Lamar University Foundation Inc?
No. Lamar University Foundation Inc does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does Lamar University Foundation Inc give?
Lamar University Foundation Inc primarily gives to organizations located in Texas. These states represent the largest share of the foundation’s grantmaking by dollars awarded. Additional geographic details are available to registered users.
What size are Lamar University Foundation Inc’s grants?
The largest share of grants from Lamar University Foundation Inc fall in the $500 thousand to $1 million range. The median first-year grant is about $828 thousand. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does Lamar University Foundation Inc make each year?
In 2024, Lamar University Foundation Inc awarded about 4 grants, totaling nearly $2.6 million. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did Lamar University Foundation Inc fund recently?
In 2024, Lamar University Foundation Inc awarded grants to about 1 grantees. Recent grantees include Lamar University Foundation Inc. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to Lamar University Foundation Inc?
Lamar University Foundation Inc does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
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