Quick Summary
Name: Lawson Charitable Foundation Status: Active Grant Maker
Key Facts
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Annual Giving | $215,000 (2024) |
| Grant Range | $5,000 - $89,900 |
| Average Grant | $23,889 (based on 9 awards in 2024) |
| Application Method | Fixed Deadline |
Contact Details
- Website: https://lawsoncharitablefoundation.org/
- Phone: 401-410-3669
- Email: Not publicly listed
- Location: Barrington, RI
Geographic Focus
Primary focus on New England (Rhode Island, Massachusetts, Connecticut, Vermont, New Hampshire, Maine), though exceptional projects outside this region may be considered. Grant-making also extends to Virginia.
Funding Priorities
- Caregiver Respite: Programs offering caregivers time and support to recharge and reduce burnout
- Children's Mental Health: Mental health programs and services for children's long-term development
- Special Needs Children: Resources for families facing unique challenges when children have diverse abilities
- Veterans' Assistance: Support programs for veterans
- Community Support: General community-oriented programs
What They Don't Fund
Specific exclusions not publicly listed. Priority is given to New England organizations, though exceptional projects elsewhere may be considered. Projects must align with the foundation's core mission and giving areas.
Application Method
The foundation uses a fixed deadline approach:
- 2026 Impact Grant Application: April 1 - June 30, 2026 (portal closes at 5pm on June 30)
- Notification: Applicants notified of funding decisions by August 1, 2026
- Application Process: Submit via their website/grant portal
- Required Information:
- Statement of Need and Proposed Solution (≤2 paragraphs, ~350 words)
- Goals, objectives, evaluation criteria, expected outcomes
- Project leadership and partner organization information
The foundation also offers Amplify Grants outside the regular Impact Grant cycle for large-scale initiatives and fundraising campaigns (e.g., Rhode Island's 401Gives).
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