Lacy Foundation
Invitation OnlyIndianapolis, Indiana · EIN 23-7415837 · Private foundation
Grants paid (2024)$474K
Organizations funded44
Typical grant$5,000
Total assets$17.7M
Half of its grants to organizations were between $1,000 and $15,000.
From the return
How to apply
On its return for tax year 2024 the foundation checked the box saying it only makes contributions to preselected charitable organizations and does not accept unsolicited requests for funds.
What it funds
Share of grant lines on the latest return, classified from the purpose each grant states.
Where it gives
13% of grants went outside Indiana.
Grants paid in tax year 2024
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Leadership Indianapolis | Indianapolis, IN | General operations | $105,200 |
| Ball State University Foundation | Muncie, IN | General operations | $27,500 |
| Iu Health Foundation | Indianapolis, IN | General operations | $25,000 |
| Benjamin Harrison Presidential Site | Indianapolis, IN | General operations | $20,000 |
| Coburn Place | Indianapolis, IN | General operations | $20,000 |
| Indiana Historical Society | Indianapolis, IN | General operations | $20,000 |
| Nine13 Sports | Indianapolis, IN | General operations | $20,000 |
| Shepherd's Center of Hamilton County | Noblesville, IN | General operations | $20,000 |
| Discovering Broadway | Carmel, IN | General operations | $20,000 |
| Julian Center | Indianapolis, IN | General operations | $20,000 |
| Cicp Foundation Inc | Indianapolis, IN | General operations | $16,500 |
| Dress for Success | Indianapolis, IN | General operations | $15,000 |
| Conner Prairie | Fishers, IN | General operations | $15,000 |
| College Mentors for Kids | Indianapolis, IN | General operations | $15,000 |
| Women4change Indiana | Indianapolis, IN | General operations | $15,000 |
| LA Plaza Inc | Indianapolis, IN | General operations | $10,000 |
| Newfields | Indianapolis, IN | General operations | $10,000 |
| The Cabaret | Indianapolis, IN | General operations | $10,000 |
| Indy Chamber Foundation Inc | Indianapolis, IN | General operations | $10,000 |
| The International Center | Indianapolis, IN | General operations | $7,500 |
| Playworks | Indianapolis, IN | General operations | $7,500 |
| Kurt Vonnegut Memorial Library | Indianapolis, IN | General operations | $7,500 |
| Girl Scouts of Central Indiana | Indianapolis, IN | General operations | $5,000 |
| Kipp Public Schools | Indianapolis, IN | General operations | $5,000 |
| Outrun the Sun | Indianapolis, IN | General operations | $5,000 |
| Heartland Film Inc | Indianapolis, IN | General operations | $3,500 |
| Indiana Repertory Theatre | Indianapolis, IN | General operations | $3,000 |
| Arts Council of Indianapolis | Indianapolis, IN | General operations | $2,500 |
| Hathaway Brown | Shaker Heights, OH | General operations | $2,250 |
| Oklahoma City University | Oklahoma City, OK | General operations | $1,250 |
| Bishop Chatard High School | Indianapolis, IN | General operations | $1,000 |
| Indiana State University Foundation | Terre Haute, IN | General operations | $1,000 |
| Indianapolis Neighborhood Housing Partnership | Indianapolis, IN | General operations | $1,000 |
| Diversion Indy | Indianapolis, IN | General operations | $1,000 |
| Sinapis | Indianapolis, IN | General operations | $1,000 |
| The Milk Bank | Indianapolis, IN | General operations | $515 |
| Guerin Catholic High School | Noblesville, IN | General operations | $500 |
| Indianapolis Cultural Trail | Indianapolis, IN | General operations | $500 |
| Lakelight Institute | Lake Forest, IL | General operations | $500 |
| National Snaffle Bit Association | Weatherford, TX | General operations | $500 |
| Salvation Army USA | Alexandria, VA | General operations | $500 |
| Sheltering Wings | Danville, IN | General operations | $500 |
| St Pius X Catholic Church | Indianapolis, IN | General operations | $500 |
| World Vision | Federal Way, WA | General operations | $500 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $473,715 | 44 |
| 2023 | $655,000 | 50 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2024, filed Nov 17, 2025 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202533219349102773
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 23-7415837
- Profile updated Nov 5, 2026
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