The Lenzner Family Foundation
The Lenzner Family Foundation is a private foundation, based in Washington, DC. IRS filing data is available from 2021 through 2026. As of 2026, the organization holds $1.2M in total assets. In 2026, it awarded 2 grants totaling $302K. Net investment income was $43K.
The Lenzner Family Foundation at a glance
In short: The Lenzner Family Foundation gave $302K across 2 grants in 2026 (avg $151K), mostly in District of Columbia. Source: 2026 IRS Form 990-PF.
- Annual giving (2026)
- $302,479
- +60.4% vs 2025
- Grants made (2026)
- 2
- +100.0% vs 2025
- Average grant
- $151,240
- -19.8% vs 2025
- Median grant
- $151,240
- Total assets
- $1,229,968
- -15.4% vs 2025
- Primary geography
- District of Columbia (67% of itemized 2026 grant dollars)
- Latest 990 filing
- Form 990-PF, 2026 View filing
Data from IRS Form 990-PF, 2026; updated September 2026.
Who The Lenzner Family Foundation funds
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top recipient in 2026
The largest 2026 recipient was Sandy Springs Friend School ($100K).
Grant Size Distribution
6 grants across all recorded years
The most common grant size was in the $100–250K range: 5 grants of 6 (83%).
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
Grant Distribution by State
Share of 2026 grant dollars across all 2 itemized grants.
Cities
How The Lenzner Family Foundation gives
- Giving grew 58% from 2023 to 2026. Method
- In 2026 it paid out 303% of its IRS minimum distribution (the 5% rule). Method
From the foundation's IRS Form 990-PF filings. Methodology.
Giving History
Giving Over Time
Total grant dollars and number of grants per year
From 2021 to 2026, annual grant giving ranged from $137K (2021) to $302K (2026). In 2026 it made 2 grants totaling $302K.
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| See Schedule Attached - Various Organizations Washington, DC | Charitable | $202,584 |
| Sandy Springs Friend School Sandy Spring, MD | Charitable. Noncash contribution of 485 shares vanguard specialized funds dividend appreciation etf. Contribution date 07/09/2025. Historical cost basis $56,646. Stock quote fair market value on date of contribution $99,895. | $99,895 |
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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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | $1,229,968 | $60,324 | $328,018 | $302,479 | 2 | $307,584 | $42,981 | $101,470 |
| 2025 | $1,454,411 | $188,118 | $209,925 | $188,605 | 1 | $193,836 | $172,049 | $101,751 |
| 2024 | $1,476,218 | $61,746 | $221,376 | $202,275 | 1 | $206,050 | $46,452 | $97,559 |
| 2023 | $1,635,848 | $50,897 | $214,654 | $191,950 | 1 | $195,889 | $34,108 | $105,938 |
| 2022 | $1,799,605 | $133,730 | $164,900 | $139,920 | 1 | $143,790 | $112,620 | $114,695 |
| 2021 | $1,830,775 | $43,324 | $162,785 | $137,037 | 1 | — | $29,603 | $97,438 |
Under IRS private-foundation payout rules, The Lenzner Family Foundation reported a distributable amount of $101K for 2026 — the minimum it must pay out in qualifying distributions.
Leadership & Key People
Officers and directors from IRS filings
The Lenzner Family Foundation is led by Margaret R. Lenzner, President & Director since 2023 (on filings since 2021); none of the 3 officers listed in 2026 report compensation.
Officers on the 2026 filing
Margaret R. Lenzner
President & Director
Vice President & Sec'y → President & Director, 2023
On filings since 2021
No compensation reported
Emily A. Lenzner
Vice President, Secretary & Director
Treasurer → Vice President, Secretary & Director, 2023
On filings since 2021
No compensation reported
Jonathan F. Lenzner
Treasuer & Director
Director → Treasuer & Director, 2023
On filings since 2022
No compensation reported
Former officers (1)
- Former: Terry F. Lenzner D. O. D. (2021) — President
Data from IRS Form 990 filings, 2021–2026. "On filings since" is the earliest filing we hold that lists the person; hours are average hours per week as reported.
Frequently asked questions about The Lenzner Family Foundation
How much does The Lenzner Family Foundation give each year?
The Lenzner Family Foundation gave $302K across 2 grants in 2026, according to its 2026 IRS Form 990-PF. In 2025 it gave $189K across 1 grant.
How large is The Lenzner Family Foundation?
The Lenzner Family Foundation reported $1.2M in total assets on its 2026 IRS Form 990-PF. It paid out $308K in qualifying distributions that year, against a required minimum of $101K (roughly 5% of its investment assets).
Where does The Lenzner Family Foundation operate?
The Lenzner Family Foundation has awarded grants in District of Columbia, Kentucky, Maryland.
What is The Lenzner Family Foundation's EIN?
The Lenzner Family Foundation's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 52-1861333. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2021–2026.
Data last updated September 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990-PF filings.
Data update history
(2)
When this profile's IRS filing data changed on Grantable
- Added Form 990-PF for fiscal year 2026 (received by the IRS May 18, 2026)
- IRS filings on file for fiscal years 2021–2025
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