The Lauer Philanthropic Foundation
Invitation OnlyChevy Chase, Maryland · EIN 52-2036406 · Private foundation
Grants paid (2024)$126K
Organizations funded10
Typical grant$10,000
Total assets$1.8M
Half of its grants to organizations were between $10,000 and $20,000.
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
80% of grants went outside Maryland.
Grants paid in tax year 2024
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Morehouse College | Atlanta, GA | General charitable purpose | $25,000 |
| The Synergos Institute | New York, NY | General charitable purpose | $25,000 |
| The School of International Service at American University | Washington, DC | General charitable purpose | $20,000 |
| Beth El Synagogue | Baltimore, MD | General charitable purpose | $10,000 |
| Just Capital | New York, NY | General charitable purpose | $10,000 |
| Museum of the American Revolution | Philadelphia, PA | General charitable purpose | $10,000 |
| Sibley Hospital | Washington, DC | General charitable purpose | $10,000 |
| Umd Shock Trauma | Baltimore, MD | General charitable purpose | $10,000 |
| American Council on Germany | New York, NY | General charitable purpose | $5,000 |
| Cal Ripken Sr Foundation | Philadelphia, PA | General charitable purpose | $1,000 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $126,000 | 10 |
| 2023 | $10,000 | 1 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2024, filed Feb 22, 2025 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202530539349100603
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 52-2036406
- Profile updated Nov 7, 2026
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