The Lynch Foundation
The Lynch Foundation is a private foundation based in San Antonio, Texas. Its 2020 IRS filing is marked as the organization’s final return, indicating that it appears to have wound down or stopped grantmaking. Its 2021 filing records grants to 11 organizations.
The Lynch Foundation at a glance
In short: The Lynch Foundation gave $172K across 11 grants in 2021 (avg $16K), mostly in Texas. Source: 2021 IRS Form 990-PF.
- Annual giving (2021)
- $171,556
- Grants made (2021)
- 11
- Average grant
- $15,596
- Median grant
- $10,000
- Primary geography
- Texas (91% of itemized 2021 grant dollars)
- Latest 990 filing
- Form 990-PF, 2021 View filing
Data from IRS Form 990-PF, 2021; updated October 2026.
How to apply to The Lynch Foundation
- Accepts unsolicited proposals
- No
- How to Apply
-
The foundation stated that it makes contributions only to preselected charitable organizations and does not accept unsolicited requests. This policy was stated on a filing marked as the final return, so it should not be treated as a current application process.
- Contact
Mailing address: 403 Morningside Drive, San Antonio, TX 78209
Phone: (210) 710-2526
Application details from Grantable's research on the foundation's public materials; confirm on its website before applying.
Who The Lynch Foundation funds
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 10 recipients in 2021
The largest 2021 recipient was St Mark's Episcopal Church ($50K). Together the top 10 received $169K.
Grant Size Distribution
11 grants across all recorded years
The most common grant size was under $50K: 10 grants of 11 (91%).
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
In 2021, 91% of grant dollars went to recipients in Texas and 9% to recipients in Massachusetts. The listed grants were primarily to San Antonio-area organizations, with one listed recipient in Alamo Heights, Texas, and one in Boston, Massachusetts.
Grant Distribution by State
Share of 2021 grant dollars across all 11 itemized grants.
States
Cities
Giving History
Giving Over Time
Total grant dollars and number of grants per year
In 2021 it made 11 grants totaling $172K.
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| St Mark's Episcopal Church San Antonio, TX | See Stmt 7A | $50,000 |
| St Luke Episcopal Church Alamo Heights, TX | See Stmt 7A | $27,776 |
| The Blood & Tissue Center Foundation San Antonio, TX | See Stmt 7A | $22,080 |
| The Montana Sevita Fund Boston, MA | See Stmt 7A | $15,000 |
| San Antonio River Foundation San Antonio, TX | See Stmt 7A | $10,000 |
| Planned Parenthood of South Texas San Antonio, TX | See Stmt 7A | $10,000 |
| San Antonio Museum of Art San Antonio, TX | See Stmt 7A | $10,000 |
| San Antonio Book Festival San Antonio, TX | See Stmt 7A | $10,000 |
| McNay Art Museum San Antonio, TX | See Stmt 7A | $9,200 |
| San Antonio Public Library Foundation San Antonio, TX | See Stmt 7A | $5,000 |
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Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
| Filing year | Revenue | Expenses | Grants paid | Grants | Net Investment Income | Distributable Amount |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 | $2 | $184,084 | $171,556 | 11 | $2 | $3,525 |
Under IRS private-foundation payout rules, The Lynch Foundation reported a distributable amount of $4K for 2021 — the minimum it must pay out in qualifying distributions.
Research compiled by Grantable AI from public sources. Last updated September 2026.
Mission & Focus Areas
No mission statement for the foundation is provided. Its 2021 grants went to organizations including arts and cultural institutions, a public library foundation, a river conservation foundation, and a blood and tissue center foundation. The grantees describe their own work as follows: the San Antonio Museum of Art brings people together with art and seeks to advance human connection and understanding; the McNay Art Museum engages a diverse community in the discovery and enjoyment of visual arts; and the San Antonio Public Library Foundation strengthens public libraries’ service to the community. The San Antonio River Foundation describes its work as inspiring stewardship and broader public conservation of the San Antonio River and its native ecology. The Blood & Tissue Center Foundation says it advocates for community awareness and develops resources in support of BioBridge Global and its subsidiaries.
Grantmaking
In 2021, the foundation reported 11 grants totaling $171,556. Grants ranged from $2,500 to $50,000, with a median grant of $10,000. The largest awards included $50,000 to St Mark’s Episcopal Church, $27,776 to St Luke Episcopal Church, $22,080 to The Blood & Tissue Center Foundation, and $15,000 to The Montana Sevita Fund. Other grants included $10,000 each to the San Antonio River Foundation, Planned Parenthood of South Texas, the San Antonio Museum of Art, and the San Antonio Book Festival; $9,200 to the McNay Art Museum; $5,000 to the San Antonio Public Library Foundation; and $2,500 to The DoSeum - Childrens Museum. The listed grant purposes are “See Stmt 7A.”
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
William Richey Wyatt was listed as Successor Trustee on the 2021 filing.
The Lynch Foundation is led by William Richey Wyatt, Successor Trustee on the 2021 filing — the only officer listed, and uncompensated.
Officers on the 2021 filing
William Richey Wyatt
Successor Trustee
New on the 2021 filing
2 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Data from IRS Form 990 filings, 2021. "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 Lynch Foundation
How much does The Lynch Foundation give each year?
The Lynch Foundation gave $172K across 11 grants in 2021, according to its 2021 IRS Form 990-PF.
What is The Lynch Foundation's typical grant size?
The Lynch Foundation's median grant in 2021 was $10,000, and its average grant was $15,596, across 11 grants on its 2021 IRS Form 990-PF.
Where does The Lynch Foundation give grants?
The Lynch Foundation gives mostly in Texas: 91% of the grant dollars itemized on its 2021 IRS Form 990-PF went to recipients there. The next largest state was Massachusetts (9%). The most frequent recipient cities were San Antonio, TX (9 grants).
Does The Lynch Foundation give general operating support?
Not in 2021: none of the 11 grants with a stated purpose on The Lynch Foundation's 2021 IRS Form 990-PF were described as general or operating support. Recurring purposes include "See Stmt 7A" (11 grants).
Who are The Lynch Foundation's largest grantees?
The Lynch Foundation's largest 2021 grantees include St Mark's Episcopal Church ($50,000), St Luke Episcopal Church ($27,776) and The Blood & Tissue Center Foundation ($22,080), according to its 2021 IRS Form 990-PF. Together they received 58% of its itemized 2021 grant dollars.
What does The Lynch Foundation fund?
No mission statement for the foundation is provided. Its 2021 grants went to organizations including arts and cultural institutions, a public library foundation, a river conservation foundation, and a blood and tissue center foundation. See mission & focus areas ↑
How do I apply for a grant from The Lynch Foundation?
The foundation stated that it makes contributions only to preselected charitable organizations and does not accept unsolicited requests. Eligibility and process details are in the grantmaking section of this profile. See how to apply ↑
How much is The Lynch Foundation required to give away each year?
Private foundations must generally distribute about 5% of their assets annually. For 2021, The Lynch Foundation reported a distributable amount of $4K on its IRS Form 990-PF — the minimum it must pay out in qualifying distributions.
What is The Lynch Foundation's EIN?
The Lynch Foundation's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 74-6031487. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2021.
Does The Lynch Foundation 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.
Data update history
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When this profile's IRS filing data changed on Grantable
- IRS filings on file for fiscal year 2021
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