The Lewes-Rehoboth Association of Congregations Inc
The Lewes-Rehoboth Association of Congregations (LRAC) is a public charity based in Lewes, Delaware, established in 1983 as a collaborative effort of local churches. It supports community programs and ministry partners working to help people in need, with a primary emphasis on hunger and housing insecurity.
The Lewes-Rehoboth Association of Congregations Inc at a glance
In short: The Lewes-Rehoboth Association of Congregations Inc gave $627K across 10 grants in 2024 (avg $63K), mostly in Delaware. 40% of 2024 grantees were new. Source: 2024 IRS Form 990.
- Annual giving (2024)
- $626,500
- +9.8% vs 2023
- Grants made (2024)
- 10
- +66.7% vs 2023
- Average grant
- $62,650
- -34.1% vs 2023
- Median grant
- $50,000
- Total assets
- $2,715,495
- +14.0% vs 2023
- New grantees (estimate)
- 40% first-time grantees (4 of 10, 2024; small sample)
- Primary geography
- Delaware (100% of itemized 2024 grant dollars)
- Latest 990 filing
- Form 990, 2024 View filing
Data from IRS Form 990, 2024; updated September 2026. New grantees are estimated by matching recipient names across years (methodology).
How to apply to The Lewes-Rehoboth Association of Congregations Inc
- How to Apply
-
Submit a grant application for consideration.
- Review Cycle
- No specific deadline is stated. Operating-expense applications are limited to one per organization per calendar year; capital-expense applications may be submitted at any time during the calendar year.
- Deadline
- No specific deadline is stated.
- Contact
Mailing address: 133 Kings Highway, Lewes, DE 19958
Phone: (302) 373-5143
Website: https://lrac.online
Application details from Grantable's research on the foundation's public materials; confirm on its website before applying.
Open Grants
2 open opportunities from The Lewes-Rehoboth Association of Congregations Inc
Who The Lewes-Rehoboth Association of Congregations Inc funds
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 10 recipients in 2024
The largest 2024 recipient was Community Rescource Center ($285K). Together the top 10 received $627K.
Grant Size Distribution
22 grants across all recorded years
The most common grant size was under $50K: 9 grants of 22 (41%).
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
LRAC’s grant program describes its geographic scope as the Cape Henlopen School District area in Delaware. Its website also says its ministry and agency partners work in the Cape Henlopen School District and Georgetown, Delaware. The 2024 grants listed were all made to Delaware recipients.
Grant Distribution by State
Share of 2024 grant dollars across all 10 itemized grants.
States
Cities
Is The Lewes-Rehoboth Association of Congregations Inc open to new grantees?
40%
first-time grantees, 2024
In 2024, 4 of 10 grantees (40%) were first-time recipients. With only 10 grantees, that is a small sample: one grantee more or less moves the share by about 10 points. First grants averaged $33K; repeat grants $83K. How we count
Medians: $28K first-time, $50K repeat.
- 60% of 2024 grantees were also funded in 2023. Method
Estimate from itemized grant lists in IRS Form 990 filings (2022–2024). 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 2022 to 2024, annual grant giving ranged from $476K (2022) to $627K (2024). In 2024 it made 10 grants totaling $627K.
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Community Rescource Center Rehoboth Beach, DE | Program Assistance | $285,000 |
| What Is Your Voice Lewes, DE | Program Assistance | $52,000 |
| Family Promise of Southern Delaware Lewes, DE | Program Assistance | $50,000 |
| Lighthouse for Broken Wings Rehoboth Beach, DE | Program Assistance | $50,000 |
| West Side New Beginnings Rehoboth Beach, DE | Program Assistance | $50,000 |
| Springboard Collective Georgetown, DE | — | $50,000 |
| Harry K Foundation Rehoboth Beach, DE | — | $30,000 |
| La Esperanza Georgetown, DE | — | $25,000 |
| Milton Community Food Pantry Milton, DE | — | $25,000 |
| The Way Home Georgetown, DE | Program Assistance | $9,500 |
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Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
| Filing year | Total Assets | Revenue | Expenses | Grants paid | Grants | Net Investment Income |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $2,715,495 | $1,396,072 | $1,061,849 | $626,500 | 10 | $37,578 |
| 2023 | $2,381,272 | $1,264,029 | $926,885 | $570,500 | 6 | — |
| 2022 | $2,044,128 | $1,114,916 | $775,192 | $475,917 | 6 | $68 |
Research compiled by Grantable AI from public sources. Last updated September 2026.
Mission & Focus Areas
LRAC’s stated mission is to help those in need, primarily by feeding the hungry and housing the homeless. Its 2024 filing describes a broader purpose of promoting understanding and dialogue among member congregations and coordinating service for the community’s common good. The filing also describes monetary support for community programs and programs serving children and families, a Lend a Hand program providing temporary or emergency help to local individuals and families, and Works Projects helping indigent homeowners repair and weather-proof substandard homes.
LRAC’s website identifies food and housing insecurity as priorities. Its ministry partners include organizations whose own missions address a range of needs: What Is Your Voice says it is building a shelter for victims and children of domestic violence, emotional abuse, and sexual abuse; Family Promise of Southern Delaware says it helps families experiencing homelessness and low-income families achieve sustainable independence; and Lighthouse for Broken Wings says it provides permanent supportive housing and housing during Code Purple weather and the COVID crisis. Milton Community Food Pantry says it combats hunger in and around Milton, while La Esperanza says it assists Delaware Latinos and immigrants in achieving stability, integration, and success.
Grantmaking
In 2024, LRAC reported 10 grants totaling $626,500. Grant amounts ranged from $9,500 to $285,000, with a median of $50,000. All reported grant dollars went to recipients in Delaware.
The largest 2024 grant was $285,000 to Community Resource Center for program assistance. Other notable grants included $52,000 to What Is Your Voice; $50,000 each to Family Promise of Southern Delaware, Lighthouse for Broken Wings, West Side New Beginnings, and Springboard Collective; and $30,000 to Harry K Foundation. Other listed grants were $25,000 to La Esperanza, $25,000 to Milton Community Food Pantry, and $9,500 to The Way Home.
LRAC says grant applications are reviewed through a vetting process that includes reviewing the applicant organization and its budget, with regular reporting to the board. The website states that organizations may apply once per calendar year for operating expenses and at any time during the calendar year for capital expenses. Operating-expense applicants must address food or housing insecurity; the capital-grant description also specifies those needs and capital projects or expansion.
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
The 2024 filing lists Martha Garrett as president, David Norton as treasurer, and Karen Dettwyler as secretary. It lists Rev Janice Bowker, David Carter, Betsy Fleetwood, Ralph Gooch, Rev Vicky Gordy-Smith, Rev Eddie Jusino, and Ted Olsen as directors or officers; Ted Olsen’s title appears as “Vice Preside” on the filing.
The Lewes-Rehoboth Association of Congregations Inc is led by Martha Garrett, President on the 2024 filing; none of the 12 officers listed in 2024 report compensation.
Officers on the 2024 filing
Martha Garrett
President
New on the 2024 filing
15 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Jim Reed
Director
On filings since 2023
2 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Anita Smulyan
Director
New on the 2024 filing
2 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Betsy Fleetwood
Director
New on the 2024 filing
3 hrs/week
No compensation reported
David Carter
Director
New on the 2024 filing
2 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Eddie Jusino
Director
New on the 2024 filing
2 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Janice Bowker
Director
New on the 2024 filing
2 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Ralph Gooch
Director
New on the 2024 filing
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Vicky Gordy-Smith
Director
New on the 2024 filing
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
David Norton
Treasurer
On filings since 2022
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Karen Dettwyler
Secretary
On filings since 2023
2 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Ted Olsen
Vice President
Director → Vice President, 2024
On filings since 2023
3 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Former officers (7)
- Former: Bob Barnes (2022–2023) — Director
- Former: Frank Morgan (2022–2023) — Director
- Former: Lois Gillespie (2022–2023) — Director
- Former: Marti Garrett (2022–2023) — Vice President
- Former: Mary Makowski (2022–2023) — Director
- Former: Patrick B. Gordy-Stith (2022–2023) — President
- Former: Marjorie Belmont-Burns (2022) — Director
Data from IRS Form 990 filings, 2022–2024. "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 Lewes-Rehoboth Association of Congregations Inc
How much does The Lewes-Rehoboth Association of Congregations Inc give each year?
The Lewes-Rehoboth Association of Congregations Inc gave $627K across 10 grants in 2024, according to its 2024 IRS Form 990. In 2023 it gave $571K across 6 grants.
What is The Lewes-Rehoboth Association of Congregations Inc's typical grant size?
The Lewes-Rehoboth Association of Congregations Inc's median grant in 2024 was $50,000, and its average grant was $62,650, across 10 grants on its 2024 IRS Form 990. Organizations receiving their first grant from The Lewes-Rehoboth Association of Congregations Inc that year got $33K on average.
Where does The Lewes-Rehoboth Association of Congregations Inc give grants?
The Lewes-Rehoboth Association of Congregations Inc gives mostly in Delaware: 100% of the grant dollars itemized on its 2024 IRS Form 990 went to recipients there. The most frequent recipient cities were Rehoboth Beach, DE (4 grants), Georgetown, DE (3 grants) and Lewes, DE (2 grants).
Does The Lewes-Rehoboth Association of Congregations Inc give general operating support?
Not in 2024: none of the 6 grants with a stated purpose on The Lewes-Rehoboth Association of Congregations Inc's 2024 IRS Form 990 were described as general or operating support. Recurring purposes include "Program Assistance" (6 grants).
Who are The Lewes-Rehoboth Association of Congregations Inc's largest grantees?
The Lewes-Rehoboth Association of Congregations Inc's largest 2024 grantees include Community Rescource Center ($285,000), What Is Your Voice ($52,000) and Family Promise of Southern Delaware ($50,000), according to its 2024 IRS Form 990. Together they received 62% of its itemized 2024 grant dollars.
How large is The Lewes-Rehoboth Association of Congregations Inc?
The Lewes-Rehoboth Association of Congregations Inc reported $2.7M in total assets on its 2024 IRS Form 990. Its revenue that year was $1.4M.
What does The Lewes-Rehoboth Association of Congregations Inc fund?
LRAC’s stated mission is to help those in need, primarily by feeding the hungry and housing the homeless. Its 2024 filing describes a broader purpose of promoting understanding and dialogue among member congregations and coordinating service for the community’s common good. See mission & focus areas ↑
How do I apply for a grant from The Lewes-Rehoboth Association of Congregations Inc?
Submit a grant application for consideration. Eligibility and process details are in the grantmaking section of this profile. See how to apply ↑
What is The Lewes-Rehoboth Association of Congregations Inc's EIN?
The Lewes-Rehoboth Association of Congregations Inc's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 52-2073617. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2022–2024.
Data last updated September 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990 filings. Research dossier generated September 2026.
Data update history
(4)
When this profile's IRS filing data changed on Grantable
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2022 (received by the IRS November 14, 2023)
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2023 (received by the IRS November 14, 2024)
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2024 (received by the IRS October 29, 2025)
- IRS filings on file for fiscal years 2022–2024
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