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Fiscal Year Start

Jan 1

Organization Type

Grantmaker

AI Summary

The Lowrance Family Foundation is a 501(c)(3) grantmaking organization that focuses on relationship-based funding, making grants by invitation only. It does not accept unsolicited proposals, emphasizing the importance of established connections for potential grantees. Nonprofits interested in engaging with the foundation can explore warm-introduction pathways through Impala's Funder Prospecting.

Total Funding Given
$375.2K
2025
Grantees funded
16
Multi-year grantees
50%
Funding by Year
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Total No. of Grants
5
Median 1st year grant
$8K
Median 2nd year grant
$20K
Top 3 Grants
Matched grants only
Grantee
Grant Size
H
Hontas M Lowrance
Board Member
M
Michael G Fitton
Board Member
F
Fred Lowrance Jr
Board Member

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to THE LOWRANCE FAMILY FOUNDATION?
No. THE LOWRANCE FAMILY FOUNDATION does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does THE LOWRANCE FAMILY FOUNDATION give?
THE LOWRANCE FAMILY FOUNDATION primarily gives to organizations located in North Carolina, Virginia, and Tennessee. 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 THE LOWRANCE FAMILY FOUNDATION’s grants?
The largest share of grants from THE LOWRANCE FAMILY FOUNDATION fall in the $50 thousand to $100 thousand range. The median first-year grant is about $8,000. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does THE LOWRANCE FAMILY FOUNDATION make each year?
In 2025, THE LOWRANCE FAMILY FOUNDATION awarded about 5 grants, totaling nearly $375 thousand. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did THE LOWRANCE FAMILY FOUNDATION fund recently?
In 2025, THE LOWRANCE FAMILY FOUNDATION awarded grants to about 20 grantees. Recent grantees include The Center for Community Transitions, DAVIDSON COLLEGE, and THE LAMB CENTER. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to THE LOWRANCE FAMILY FOUNDATION?
THE LOWRANCE FAMILY FOUNDATION does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.