The C. Herbert and Anna E. Lutz Foundation is a non-profit organization with a 501(c3) designation from the Internal Revenue Service.

The foundation was established in 1995 after the deaths of Mr. and Mrs. C. Herbert and Anna E. Lutz. Herbert and Anna enjoyed living in Chester where they attended their church and participated as active members of various community organizations. Their last years were spent close to family and friends. 

Their purpose in endowing a foundation was to help fund community needs in the areas of education, health, welfare, and community programs. Each year, our mission is to reach as many lives and programs as possible. We desire that Herbert and Anna's legacy will continue to enrich our community as we fulfill our commitment to care and contribute to our neighbor's needs.

Awards
2021 President's Award from America's State Parks
In 1921, America's State Parks began recognizing exceptional people, project, and programs from state parks across the country at their annual conference.

The Lutz Foundation received the President's Award for their support of the Chester State Park.  This award represents the most impactful work happening in the state parks nationwide. The Lutz Foundation has invested in amenities at the Chester State Park, including:
  • New playground equipment
  • Disc golf course
  • Upgraded camping facilities
  • A fishing bridge that spans the lake onto yet-to-be-developed land
  • Upgraded the Lakeview Hall for event and programs hosting
  • Built two double-camper cabins
  • Built three new covered picnic pads
  • Built a new lake-side patio
  • New canoe and kayak launch area

2017 Duke Energy Citizenship Award
We were very honored and humbled to be awarded the "Duke Energy Citizenship Award" in January of 2017 for the foundation's service to our community.

Directors
Dewey G. Guyton, President
Joan Lutz Guyton, Executive Vice President
L. Stevens Bishop

Officers
Dewey G. Guyton
Joan Lutz Guyton
Shelia P. Bishop
R. Alex Oliphant

counsel
Robert H. Breakfield, Attorney & Legal Counsel
John R. Clardy, Executive Vice President & Investments
Dr. Sam Stone, Community Welfare & Healthcare Advisor 
Susan L. Stephenson, Family Advisor 
Mary S. Jolley, Family Advisor