The Lewis Foundation
Aspen, Colorado · EIN 412063101 · Private foundation
The Lewis Foundation is a private foundation based in Aspen, Colorado. Its indexed IRS Form 990-PF summary (FY2020) reports $5.2M in grants paid and $90.2M in total assets. Bespoke Grants tracks 37 individual grants from this funder — $24.2M awarded across 2018–2024 — including its support for education. This public overview includes selected grant examples.
What The Lewis Foundation funds
The Lewis Foundation's giving carries a documented focus on education, environment & conservation, food & agriculture.
Selected grant examples
Up to three historical grant examples from public IRS filings are shown below, ordered by amount. This sample is not a complete funding history.
| Recipient | Location | Grant | Year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aspen Community Foundation SUPPORT NONPROFIT ORGANIZATIONS BY CONNECTING DONORS TO COMMUNITY NEEDS | Basalt, CO | $4.0M | 2023 |
| The Aspen Institute Inc GENERAL SUPPORT | Washington, DC | $2.0M | 2024 |
| Aspen Community Foundation SUPPORT NONPROFIT ORGANIZATIONS BY CONNECTION DONORS TO COMMUNITY NEEDS | Basalt, CO | $2.0M | 2020 |
How to apply for funding from The Lewis Foundation
The Lewis Foundation's public IRS filing does not spell out a formal application process. That does not establish that applications are open. Check the foundation's official website or contact it directly for current guidelines before preparing or sending a request.
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Frequently asked questions about The Lewis Foundation
- Does The Lewis Foundation accept grant applications?
- The Lewis Foundation's public filing does not specify an application process. A filing alone cannot confirm whether applications are currently open. Check the foundation's official website or contact it for current guidelines.
- What does The Lewis Foundation fund?
- The Lewis Foundation's grants focus on education. Example recipients include Aspen Community Foundation, The Aspen Institute Inc. Up to three historical grant examples appear above. Full indexed grant histories require All access at $19/month.
- How much does The Lewis Foundation give in grants?
- The Lewis Foundation reported $5.2M in grants in an indexed IRS filing (FY2020). Across all years in our data it has awarded $24.2M over 37 grants.
- Where is The Lewis Foundation located?
- The Lewis Foundation is based in Aspen, Colorado. Its IRS employer identification number (EIN) is 412063101.
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