Richard and Mary Templeton Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Richard and Mary Templeton Foundation is a private foundation in Albany, New York. In tax year 2025 it gave $30.4 million in 14 grants; the typical grant was $298,248 and the largest $9.0 million. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$30.4 million
- Number of grants14
- Typical grant$298,248
- Largest grant$9.0 million
- Assets$200 million
- New grantees21%
Giving in 2025 was up from $20.5 million the year before.
21% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a mix of repeat and new grantees.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $21.0 million | 34 | $185 million |
| 2024 | $20.5 million | 15 | $207 million |
| 2025 | $30.4 million | 14 | $200 million |
How to apply
Richard and Mary Templeton Foundation says in its IRS filing that it only makes contributions to preselected organizations, so unsolicited applications are unlikely to be considered. Organizations it funds are usually invited.
What Richard and Mary Templeton Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to Texas.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Texas | 13 | $21.3 million |
| New York | 1 | $9.0 million |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Union College | Program support | $9.0 million |
| Southern Methodist University | Program support | $8.0 million |
| John Paul II High School | Program support | $5.3 million |
| Southwestern Medical Foundation | Program support | $4.0 million |
| Salvation Army | Program support | $2.0 million |
| Diocese of Dallas | Program support | $1.0 million |
| United Way of Metropolitan Dallas | Program support | $386,497 |
| United Way | Program support | $210,000 |
| Ursuline Academy | Program support | $200,000 |
| Bishop Dunne Catholic School | Program support | $100,000 |
| MHSF | Program support | $50,000 |
| Dallas Arboretum | Program support | $10,000 |
| Boys & Girls Club Collin County | Program support | $5,000 |
| Catholic Foundation | Program support | $5,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Richard Templeton
- Mary Templeton
Questions people ask
Does Richard and Mary Templeton Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Richard and Mary Templeton Foundation give?
$30.4 million in tax year 2025, across 14 grants, with a typical grant of $298,248.
Who runs Richard and Mary Templeton Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Richard Templeton (Trustee) and Mary Templeton (Trustee).
What does Richard and Mary Templeton Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, faith communities and human services.