Jonathan D and Mark C Lewis
Jonathan D and Mark C Lewis is a private foundation based in Coconut Grove, Florida. It supports organizations and initiatives aligned with its commitment to helping young people challenge the status quo and build a more fair, just, and equal world.
Jonathan D and Mark C Lewis at a glance
In short: Jonathan D and Mark C Lewis gave $9.3M across 52 grants in 2024 (avg $180K), top state Florida. 40% of 2024 grantees were new. Source: 2024 IRS Form 990-PF.
- Annual giving (2024)
- $9,336,794
- +13.3% vs 2023
- Grants made (2024)
- 52
- -3.7% vs 2023
- Average grant
- $179,554
- +17.7% vs 2023
- Median grant
- $25,000
- Total assets
- $167,915,270
- +20.2% vs 2023
- New grantees (estimate)
- 40% first-time grantees (19 of 48, 2024)
- Primary geography
- Florida (42% of itemized 2024 grant dollars)
- Latest 990 filing
- Form 990-PF, 2024 View filing
Data from IRS Form 990-PF, 2024; updated October 2026. New grantees are estimated by matching recipient names across years (methodology).
How to apply to Jonathan D and Mark C Lewis
- Accepts unsolicited proposals
- No
- How to Apply
-
The foundation makes contributions only to preselected charitable organizations and does not accept unsolicited requests for funds.
- Contact
Mailing address: 3595 Anchorage Way, Coconut Grove, FL 33133
Phone: (305) 669-8990
Website: https://lewisfoundation.com
Application details from Grantable's research on the foundation's public materials; confirm on its website before applying.
Who Jonathan D and Mark C Lewis funds
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 10 recipients in 2024
The largest 2024 recipient was Farms Work Wonders Corporation ($2.7M). Together the top 10 received $7.7M.
Grant Size Distribution
205 grants across all recorded years
The most common grant size was under $50K: 129 grants of 205 (63%).
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
In 2024, Florida received 42% of grant dollars and West Virginia 32%. Colorado, New York, and Oregon each received between 6% and 7%. The listed grants also included recipients in Washington, DC.
Grant Distribution by State
Share of 2024 grant dollars across all 52 itemized grants.
States
Cities
Is Jonathan D and Mark C Lewis open to new grantees?
40%
first-time grantees, 2024
In 2024, 19 of 48 grantees (40%) were first-time recipients. First grants averaged $61K; repeat grants $282K. How we count
Medians: $20K first-time, $65K repeat.
- 54% of 2024 grantees were also funded in 2023. Method
- Giving grew 207% from 2021 to 2024. Method
- In 2024 it paid out 159% of its IRS minimum distribution (the 5% rule). Method
Estimate from itemized grant lists in IRS Form 990-PF filings (2020–2024). Recipient names are matched across years, so a renamed or misspelled grantee can look new; grants to individuals are left out. Methodology.
Giving History
Giving Over Time
Total grant dollars and number of grants per year
From 2020 to 2024, annual grant giving ranged from $2.5M (2020) to $9.3M (2024). In 2024 it made 52 grants totaling $9.3M.
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Farms Work Wonders Corporation Wardensville, WV | Expand opportunities for appalachian youth so they grow to reach their greatest potential | $2,700,000 |
| Hope Community Center Inc Apopka, FL | General Support | $1,200,000 |
| The Social Equity Through Education Alliance Inc Sarasota, FL | General Support | $954,970 |
| Engage Florida Civic Fund Inc Miami, FL | General Support | $500,000 |
| Lesbian and Gay Community Services Center Inc New York, NY | Youth Program General Support | $500,000 |
| Oregon Health & Science University Foundation Portland, OR | General operations support for the lewis scholars program to recruit the next generation of young scientist researchers, with a special focus on young women and under-represented minorities | $500,000 |
| Arts for Learning Miami Inc Miami, FL | General operations support for the lewis arts studio to provide low-income students with high level arts instruction and the opportunity to experience local art and explore career pathways | $462,000 |
| Youth Action Fund Inc Pompano Beach, FL | General Support | $300,000 |
| Florida Rising Together Inc Miami, FL | General Support | $250,000 |
| Aspen Center for Environmental Studies Aspen, CO | Hallam Lake Visitor Center and Nature Preserve | $226,667 |
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Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
| Filing year | Total Assets | Revenue | Expenses | Grants paid | Grants | Qualifying Distributions | Net Investment Income | Distributable Amount |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $167,915,270 | $14,177,306 | $13,413,817 | $9,336,794 | 52 | $12,676,016 | $4,848,351 | $7,980,629 |
| 2023 | $139,696,597 | $5,326,715 | $11,880,880 | $8,238,740 | 54 | $14,496,607 | $4,100,698 | $6,484,666 |
| 2022 | $132,707,407 | $102,786,021 | $7,197,099 | $5,006,048 | 39 | $10,542,926 | $5,977,837 | $2,324,429 |
| 2021 | $39,656,366 | $5,491,284 | $3,534,524 | $3,040,174 | 30 | $4,932,066 | $1,932,190 | $1,751,192 |
| 2020 | $36,949,429 | $13,089,783 | $2,821,538 | $2,481,847 | 30 | — | $8,409,144 | $1,536,129 |
Under IRS private-foundation payout rules, Jonathan D and Mark C Lewis reported a distributable amount of $8.0M for 2024 — the minimum it must pay out in qualifying distributions.
Research compiled by Grantable AI from public sources. Last updated September 2026.
Mission & Focus Areas
The foundation’s mission is “to transform young dreamers into fearless change-makers to build a more just and equal world.” It says it provides resources for the next generation to develop creative responses to pressing problems, and that it encourages experimentation, bold risks, and alliances with people on the front lines of change.
Its grantees illustrate the range of organizations it supports. Farms Work Wonders Corporation says its mission is to expand opportunities for Appalachian youth. HOPE Community Center describes its work as fostering learning communities and standing with immigrants and others facing systems of oppression. Florida Rising Together says it develops educational programs to empower Florida residents to strengthen their communities. Other 2024 grantees include organizations whose stated missions involve environmental programming, youth participation in democracy, and helping social-change leaders build more equitable and sustainable organizations.
Grantmaking
In 2024, the foundation made 52 grants totaling $9,336,794. Grants ranged from $2,500 to $2,700,000, with a median of $25,000.
Largest 2024 grants included $2,700,000 to Farms Work Wonders Corporation for Appalachian youth opportunities; $1,200,000 to HOPE Community Center for general support; $954,970 to The Social Equity Through Education Alliance for general support; and $500,000 each to Engage Florida Civic Fund, the Lesbian and Gay Community Services Center, and Oregon Health & Science University Foundation. The Oregon grant supported the Lewis Scholars Program, focused on recruiting young scientist researchers, especially young women and under-represented minorities. Arts for Learning Miami received $462,000 for the Lewis Arts Studio, which provides low-income students with arts instruction and opportunities to explore local art and career pathways.
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
The 2024 filing lists Mark Lewis as chair, treasurer, and director; Dania De La Vega and Paul Pugliese as directors; Paul Yandura as CEO, secretary, and director; and Jonathan Centofanti as COO.
Jonathan D and Mark C Lewis is led by Paul Yandura, CEO, Secretary & Director since 2024 (on filings since 2020); 2 of 5 officers listed in 2024 are compensated.
Officers on the 2024 filing
Paul Yandura
CEO, Secretary & Director
Executive Director & Board Member → CEO, President & Board Member, 2022
CEO, President & Board Member → CEO, Secretary & Director, 2024
On filings since 2020
40 hrs/week
$264K (2020) → $437K (2024)
Mark Lewis
Chair, Treasurer & Director
Vice Chair & Board Member → Chair & Board Member, 2023
Chair & Board Member → Chair, Treasurer & Director, 2024
On filings since 2022
2 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Dania De La Vega
Director
Treasurer, Secretary & Board Member → Treasurer & Board Member, 2023
Treasurer & Board Member → Director, 2024
On filings since 2020
2 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Paul Pugliese
Director
Board Member → Secretary & Board Member, 2023
Secretary & Board Member → Director, 2024
On filings since 2020
2 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Jonathan Centofanti
COO
Chief Operating Officer → COO, 2024
On filings since 2023
20 hrs/week
$151K (2024)
Former officers (2)
- Former: Jonathan D. Lewis (2020–2023) — Chair & Board Member
- Former: Mark Zitelli (2020–2021) — Board Member
Data from IRS Form 990 filings, 2020–2024. "On filings since" is the earliest filing we hold that lists the person; hours are average hours per week as reported.
Compensation Overview
From 2024 IRS filing
The highest reported compensation on the 2024 filing was $437K, to Paul Yandura (CEO/Secretary/Director). 2 officers or directors reported compensation on that filing.
Frequently asked questions about Jonathan D and Mark C Lewis
How much does Jonathan D and Mark C Lewis give each year?
Jonathan D and Mark C Lewis gave $9.3M across 52 grants in 2024, according to its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. In 2023 it gave $8.2M across 54 grants.
What is Jonathan D and Mark C Lewis's typical grant size?
Jonathan D and Mark C Lewis's median grant in 2024 was $25,000, and its average grant was $179,554, across 52 grants on its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. Organizations receiving their first grant from Jonathan D and Mark C Lewis that year got $61K on average.
Where does Jonathan D and Mark C Lewis give grants?
Jonathan D and Mark C Lewis's top state is Florida, with 42% of the grant dollars itemized on its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. The next largest states were West Virginia (32%) and Colorado (7%). The most frequent recipient cities were Miami, FL (5 grants), Santa Barbara, CA (5 grants), New York, NY (3 grants) and Washington, DC (3 grants).
Does Jonathan D and Mark C Lewis give general operating support?
Yes: 62% of Jonathan D and Mark C Lewis's 2024 grants with a stated purpose (32 of 52) were for general or operating support, per its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF.
Who are Jonathan D and Mark C Lewis's largest grantees?
Jonathan D and Mark C Lewis's largest 2024 grantees include Farms Work Wonders Corporation ($2,700,000), Hope Community Center Inc ($1,250,000 across 2 grants) and The Social Equity Through Education Alliance Inc ($954,970), according to its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. Together they received 53% of its itemized 2024 grant dollars.
How large is Jonathan D and Mark C Lewis?
Jonathan D and Mark C Lewis reported $167.9M in total assets on its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. It paid out $12.7M in qualifying distributions that year, against a required minimum of $8.0M (roughly 5% of its investment assets).
What does Jonathan D and Mark C Lewis fund?
The foundation’s mission is “to transform young dreamers into fearless change-makers to build a more just and equal world.” See mission & focus areas ↑
How do I apply for a grant from Jonathan D and Mark C Lewis?
The foundation makes contributions only to preselected charitable organizations and does not accept unsolicited requests for funds. Eligibility and process details are in the grantmaking section of this profile. See how to apply ↑
What is Jonathan D and Mark C Lewis's EIN?
Jonathan D and Mark C Lewis's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 65-0330579. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2020–2024.
Does Jonathan D and Mark C Lewis accept unsolicited proposals?
No, according to Grantable's research on the foundation's published guidelines. See how to apply ↑
Data last updated October 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990-PF filings. Research dossier generated September 2026.
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When this profile's IRS filing data changed on Grantable
- IRS filings on file for fiscal years 2020–2024
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