Sauer Lewis Foundation | Foundation Profile
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EIN: 20-0059321
Foundation Overview
Based in Richmond, VA, Sauer Lewis Foundation has awarded 152 grants totaling $4,151,764 to organizations in Virginia, Florida and 4 other states across the US. Individual grants range from $2,000 to $175,000, with a median award of $13,052.5.
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New Applicant Friendliness
1 of 14 recipients (7%) were new grantees. Foundation maintains tight relationships with established partners. New applicants rarely succeed without insider connections.
Geographic Focus
85% of all grants are concentrated in Virginia, demonstrating highly focused geographic giving. This foundation prioritizes deep community impact in its primary service area. Within Virginia, funding concentrates in Richmond (92%), Lynchburg (3%), Merrifield (2%).
Funding Trajectory
Stable funding levels with 11% change over 8 years indicate consistent grant-making capacity and predictable philanthropic resources. This stability suggests reliable ongoing funding opportunities.
Program Areas
Diversified giving across multiple program areas with primary emphasis on community projects (43%). This broad approach suggests openness to various causes and innovative cross-sector solutions.
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Grants & Funding
Analyzing past grantees provides valuable insights into Sauer Lewis Foundation's funding preferences, organizational priorities, and grant making patterns. This historical data helps potential applicants understand the foundation's strategic focus and identify successful funding approaches.
| Name | Amount | Location | Purpose | Year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Grace & Holy Trinity Church | $25,000 | Richmond, VA, US | Religious | 2024 |
| Boaz & Ruth Inc | $5,000 | Richmond, VA, US | Annual Giving | 2024 |
| Flagler Home | $50,000 | Richmond, VA, US | Annual Giving | 2024 |
| World Pediatric Project | $5,000 | Richmond, VA, US | Annual Giving | 2024 |
| Foodbank | $13,605 | Richmond, VA, US | Annual Giving | 2024 |
| Caritas | $20,000 | Richmond, VA, US | Annual Giving | 2024 |
| Anna Julia Cooper Episcopal School | $10,000 | Richmond, VA, US | Annual Giving | 2024 |
| The Faison Center | $5,000 | Richmond, VA, US | Annual Giving | 2024 |
| Mcshin Foundation | $10,000 | Richmond, VA, US | Annual Giving | 2024 |
| Flagler College | $175,000 | St Augustine, FL, US | Annual Giving | 2024 |
| Liberation Vererans Services | $5,000 | Richmond, VA, US | Annual Giving | 2024 |
| Rework Richmond | $5,000 | Richmond, VA, US | Annual Giving | 2024 |
| Circles Rva | $5,000 | Richmond, VA, US | Annual Giving | 2024 |
| James River Association | $50,000 | Richmond, VA, US | Annual Giving | 2024 |
| Grace & Holy Trinity Church | $25,000 | Richmond, VA, US | Religious | 2023 |
| Boaz & Ruth Inc | $5,000 | Richmond, VA, US | Annual Giving | 2023 |
| Flagler Home | $50,000 | Richmond, VA, US | Annual Giving | 2023 |
| World Pediatric Project | $5,000 | Richmond, VA, US | Annual Giving | 2023 |
| Foodbank | $22,106 | Richmond, VA, US | Annual Giving | 2023 |
| Caritas | $30,000 | Richmond, VA, US | Annual Giving | 2023 |
| Anna Julia Cooper Episcopal School | $10,000 | Richmond, VA, US | Annual Giving | 2023 |
| The Faison Center | $10,000 | Richmond, VA, US | Annual Giving | 2023 |
| Mcshin Foundation | $15,000 | Richmond, VA, US | Annual Giving | 2023 |
| Mission Gait | $75,000 | Richmond, VA, US | Annual Giving | 2023 |
| Pga Tour | $25,000 | Ponte Verda Beach, FL, US | Annual Giving | 2023 |
| Flagler College | $150,000 | St Augustine, FL, US | Annual Giving | 2023 |
| Small World Yoga | $12,500 | Nashville, TN, US | Annual Giving | 2023 |
| Liberation Vererans Services | $10,000 | Richmond, VA, US | Annual Giving | 2023 |
| Rework Richmond | $10,000 | Richmond, VA, US | Annual Giving | 2023 |
| Circles Rva | $10,000 | Richmond, VA, US | Annual Giving | 2023 |
| Jackson-field Episcopal Home | $10,000 | Jarratt, VA, US | Annual Giving | 2023 |
| Grace & Holy Trinity Church | $25,000 | Richmond, VA, US | Religious | 2022 |
| Boaz & Ruth Inc | $5,000 | Richmond, VA, US | Annual Giving | 2022 |
| Flagler Home | $50,000 | Richmond, VA, US | Annual Giving | 2022 |
| World Pediatric Project | $10,000 | Richmond, VA, US | Annual Giving | 2022 |
| Foodbank | $18,974 | Richmond, VA, US | Annual Giving | 2022 |
| Caritas | $30,000 | Richmond, VA, US | Annual Giving | 2022 |
| Anna Julia Cooper Episcopal School | $10,000 | Richmond, VA, US | Annual Giving | 2022 |
| The Faison Center | $10,000 | Richmond, VA, US | Annual Giving | 2022 |
| Mcshin Foundation | $15,000 | Richmond, VA, US | Annual Giving | 2022 |
| Mission Gait | $85,000 | Richmond, VA, US | Annual Giving | 2022 |
| Pga Tour | $25,000 | Ponte Verda Beach, FL, US | Annual Giving | 2022 |
| Flagler College | $150,000 | St Augustine, FL, US | Annual Giving | 2022 |
| Small World Yoga | $12,500 | Nashville, TN, US | Annual Giving | 2022 |
| Liberation Vererans Services | $10,000 | Richmond, VA, US | Annual Giving | 2022 |
| Rework Richmond | $10,000 | Richmond, VA, US | Annual Giving | 2022 |
| Circles Rva | $10,000 | Richmond, VA, US | Annual Giving | 2022 |
| Grace & Holy Trinity Church | $25,000 | Richmond, VA, US | Religious | 2022 |
| Boaz & Ruth Inc | $5,000 | Richmond, VA, US | Annual Giving | 2022 |
| Flagler Home | $50,000 | Richmond, VA, US | Annual Giving | 2022 |
| World Pediatric Project | $10,000 | Richmond, VA, US | Annual Giving | 2022 |
| Foodbank | $18,974 | Richmond, VA, US | Annual Giving | 2022 |
| Caritas | $30,000 | Richmond, VA, US | Annual Giving | 2022 |
| Anna Julia Cooper Episcopal School | $10,000 | Richmond, VA, US | Annual Giving | 2022 |
| The Faison Center | $10,000 | Richmond, VA, US | Annual Giving | 2022 |
| Mcshin Foundation | $15,000 | Richmond, VA, US | Annual Giving | 2022 |
| Mission Gait | $85,000 | Richmond, VA, US | Annual Giving | 2022 |
| Pga Tour | $25,000 | Ponte Verda Beach, FL, US | Annual Giving | 2022 |
| Flagler College | $150,000 | St Augustine, FL, US | Annual Giving | 2022 |
| Small World Yoga | $12,500 | Nashville, TN, US | Annual Giving | 2022 |
| Liberation Vererans Services | $10,000 | Richmond, VA, US | Annual Giving | 2022 |
| Rework Richmond | $10,000 | Richmond, VA, US | Annual Giving | 2022 |
| Circles Rva | $10,000 | Richmond, VA, US | Annual Giving | 2022 |
| Grace & Holy Trinity Church | $25,000 | Richmond, VA, US | Religious | 2022 |
| Boaz & Ruth Inc | $5,000 | Richmond, VA, US | Annual Giving | 2022 |
| Flagler Home | $50,000 | Richmond, VA, US | Annual Giving | 2022 |
| World Pediatric Project | $10,000 | Richmond, VA, US | Annual Giving | 2022 |
| Foodbank | $18,974 | Richmond, VA, US | Annual Giving | 2022 |
| Caritas | $30,000 | Richmond, VA, US | Annual Giving | 2022 |
| Anna Julia Cooper Episcopal School | $10,000 | Richmond, VA, US | Annual Giving | 2022 |
| The Faison Center | $10,000 | Richmond, VA, US | Annual Giving | 2022 |
| Mcshin Foundation | $15,000 | Richmond, VA, US | Annual Giving | 2022 |
| Mission Gait | $85,000 | Richmond, VA, US | Annual Giving | 2022 |
| Pga Tour | $25,000 | Ponte Verda Beach, FL, US | Annual Giving | 2022 |
| Flagler College | $150,000 | St Augustine, FL, US | Annual Giving | 2022 |
| Small World Yoga | $12,500 | Nashville, TN, US | Annual Giving | 2022 |
| Liberation Vererans Services | $10,000 | Richmond, VA, US | Annual Giving | 2022 |
| Rework Richmond | $10,000 | Richmond, VA, US | Annual Giving | 2022 |
| Circles Rva | $10,000 | Richmond, VA, US | Annual Giving | 2022 |
| Grace & Holy Trinity Church | $25,000 | Richmond, VA, US | Religious | 2021 |
| Boaz & Ruth Inc | $5,000 | Richmond, VA, US | Annual Giving | 2021 |
| Flagler Home | $50,000 | Richmond, VA, US | Annual Giving | 2021 |
| World Pediatric Project | $10,000 | Richmond, VA, US | Annual Giving | 2021 |
| Foodbank | $10,000 | Richmond, VA, US | Annual Giving | 2021 |
| Caritas | $20,000 | Richmond, VA, US | Annual Giving | 2021 |
| Anna Julia Cooper Episcopal School | $10,000 | Richmond, VA, US | Annual Giving | 2021 |
| The Faison Center | $10,000 | Richmond, VA, US | Annual Giving | 2021 |
| Mcshin Foundation | $9,736 | Richmond, VA, US | Annual Giving | 2021 |
| Mission Gate | $75,000 | Richmond, VA, US | Annual Giving | 2021 |
| Pga Tour | $25,000 | Ponte Verda Beach, FL, US | Annual Giving | 2021 |
| Jackson-field Homes | $24,000 | Richmond, VA, US | For Van | 2021 |
| Flagler College | $150,000 | St Augustine, FL, US | Annual Giving | 2021 |
| Grace & Holy Trinity Church | $20,000 | Richmond, VA, US | Religious | 2020 |
| Boaz & Ruth Inc | $10,000 | Richmond, VA, US | Annual Giving | 2020 |
| Flagler Home | $50,000 | Richmond, VA, US | Annual Giving | 2020 |
| World Pediatric Project | $20,000 | Richmond, VA, US | Annual Giving | 2020 |
| Foodbank | $20,395 | Richmond, VA, US | Annual Giving | 2020 |
| Caritas | $25,000 | Richmond, VA, US | Annual Giving | 2020 |
| Anna Julia Cooper Episcopal School | $10,000 | Richmond, VA, US | Annual Giving | 2020 |
| Virginia Episcopal School | $50,000 | Lynchburg, VA, US | Annual Giving | 2020 |
| Vcu Rice Rivers Center | $25,000 | Richmond, VA, US | Annual Giving | 2020 |
| Hearts With Haiti | $20,000 | Raleigh, NC, US | Annual Giving | 2020 |
| Servants In Fellowship Inc | $2,000 | Fredericktown, OH, US | Annual Giving | 2020 |
| The Faison Center | $10,000 | Richmond, VA, US | Annual Giving | 2020 |
| St Catherine's School Foundation | $50,000 | Richmond, VA, US | Annual Giving | 2020 |
| Empowered Warriors Inc | $5,000 | North Chesterfield, VA, US | Annual Giving | 2020 |
| Rework | $10,000 | Richmond, VA, US | Annual Giving | 2020 |
| Circles Rva | $10,000 | Richmond, VA, US | Annual Giving | 2020 |
| Mcshin Foundation | $10,000 | Richmond, VA, US | Annual Giving | 2020 |
| Liberation Veterans Services | $7,500 | Richmond, VA, US | Annual Giving | 2020 |
| Run Haiti | $8,000 | Canton, GA, US | Annual Giving | 2020 |
| Mechanics Of Faith | $7,500 | Mechanicsville, VA, US | Annual Giving | 2020 |
| Mission Gate | $25,000 | Richmond, VA, US | Annual Giving | 2020 |
| Pga Tour | $25,000 | Ponte Verda Beach, FL, US | Annual Giving | 2020 |
| Grace & Holy Trinity Church | $20,000 | Richmond, VA, US | Religious | 2018 |
| Boaz & Ruth Inc | $10,000 | Richmond, VA, US | Social Services | 2018 |
| Flagler Home | $50,000 | Richmond, VA, US | Social Services | 2018 |
| World Pediatric Project | $20,000 | Richmond, VA, US | Social Services | 2018 |
| Foodbank | $5,000 | Merrifield, VA, US | Social Services | 2018 |
| Caritas | $23,000 | Richmond, VA, US | Social Services | 2018 |
| Anna Julia Cooper Episcopal School | $10,000 | Richmond, VA, US | Education | 2018 |
| Goodwill Industries | $50,000 | Richmond, VA, US | Social Services | 2018 |
| Virginia Episcopal School | $50,000 | Lynchburg, VA, US | Education | 2018 |
| Vcu Rice Rivers Center | $25,000 | Richmond, VA, US | Education | 2018 |
| Hearts With Haiti | $10,000 | Raleigh, NC, US | Social Services | 2018 |
| Servants In Fellowship Inc | $2,000 | Fredericktown, OH, US | Social Services | 2018 |
| The Faison Center | $10,000 | Richmond, VA, US | Education | 2018 |
| Grace & Holy Trinity Church | $70,000 | Richmond, VA, US | Religious | 2017 |
| The Healing Place | $10,000 | Richmond, VA, US | Social Services | 2017 |
| Boaz & Ruth Inc | $10,000 | Richmond, VA, US | Social Services | 2017 |
| Flagler Home | $75,000 | Richmond, VA, US | Social Services | 2017 |
| World Pediatric Project | $20,000 | Richmond, VA, US | Social Services | 2017 |
| Foodbank | $5,000 | Merrifield, VA, US | Social Services | 2017 |
| Caritas | $10,000 | Richmond, VA, US | Social Services | 2017 |
| Anna Julia Cooper Episcopal School | $5,000 | Richmond, VA, US | Education | 2017 |
| Goodwill Industries | $75,000 | Richmond, VA, US | Social Services | 2017 |
| Virginia Episcopal School | $50,000 | Lynchburg, VA, US | Education | 2017 |
| Vcu Rice Rivers Center | $25,000 | Richmond, VA, US | Education | 2017 |
| Hearts With Haiti | $10,000 | Raleigh, NC, US | Social Services | 2017 |
| Servants In Fellowship Inc | $25,000 | Fredericktown, OH, US | Social Services | 2017 |
| Grace & Holy Trinity Church | $70,000 | Richmond, VA, US | Religious | 2016 |
| The Healing Place | $10,000 | Richmond, VA, US | Social Services | 2016 |
| Boaz & Ruth Inc | $10,000 | Richmond, VA, US | Social Services | 2016 |
| Flagler Home | $50,000 | Richmond, VA, US | Social Services | 2016 |
| World Pediatric Project | $20,000 | Richmond, VA, US | Social Services | 2016 |
| Foodbank | $5,000 | Merrifield, VA, US | Social Services | 2016 |
| Caritas | $10,000 | Richmond, VA, US | Social Services | 2016 |
| Richmond Ballet | $10,000 | Richmond, VA, US | Education | 2016 |
| Anna Julia Cooper Episcopal School | $5,000 | Richmond, VA, US | Education | 2016 |
| Goodwill Industries | $75,000 | Richmond, VA, US | Social Services | 2016 |
| Virginia Episcopal School | $50,000 | Lynchburg, VA, US | Education | 2016 |
| Jackson Feild Homes | $30,000 | Richmond, VA, US | Social Services | 2016 |
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Contact Information
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| EIN | 20-0059321 |
| Website | N/A |
| Address | 204 S ERLWOOD COURT Richmond, VA 23229-0000 |
Key People (2)
Board members, trustees, and key staff who oversee Sauer Lewis Foundation's grant making decisions and strategic direction. Understanding leadership composition can provide insights into foundation priorities and potential networking opportunities.
| President/director | Janet Lewis Sauer |
|---|---|
| Secretary/director | Bradford B Sauer |
Forms 990-PF
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