The Townsend Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Townsend Foundation is a private foundation in Grove, Oklahoma. In tax year 2024 it gave $148,315 in 18 grants; the typical grant was $5,520 and the largest $46,250. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$148,315
- Number of grants18
- Typical grant$5,520
- Largest grant$46,250
- Assets$25,306
- New grantees67%
Giving in 2024 was up from $70,250 the year before.
67% of its 2024 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a sign it is open to new organizations.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $70,250 | 10 | $66,296 |
| 2024 | $148,315 | 18 | $25,306 |
How to apply
The Townsend 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 The Townsend Foundation funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in Oklahoma.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Oklahoma | 18 | $148,315 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Lake Center Baptist Church | General operations | $46,250 |
| Delaware County Children's Special Advocacy Network Dccsan | General operations | $21,000 |
| Vote Yes for GPS | General operations | $14,000 |
| Humane Society of Grove and Grand Lake | Second chance pet rescue | $10,500 |
| Grove Education Fund Geffe | General operations | $10,000 |
| Jay High School | General operations | $7,400 |
| Grove Public Schools | General operations | $7,200 |
| Grove Rotary Foundation | General operations | $7,000 |
| Rivers of Life | General operations | $6,000 |
| Delaware County Spring Livestock Show | General operations | $5,040 |
| Friends of Cleora Inc | General operations | $5,000 |
| City of Langley | General operations | $3,000 |
| Ketchum Public Schools | Scholarships | $2,000 |
| Gcpaaa Grove Citizens Police Academy Alumni Association | General operations | $1,625 |
| The San Gabriel Woman's Club | General operations | $1,000 |
| American Legion Youth Baseball | General operations | $500 |
| First Baptist Church Grove | General operations | $500 |
| Veteran's Freedom Flight | General operations | $300 |
Officers and trustees
- Edward A Townsend
- Barbara Newman Townsend
- Jennifer T Earls
Questions people ask
Does The Townsend Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Townsend Foundation give?
$148,315 in tax year 2024, across 18 grants, with a typical grant of $5,520.
Who runs The Townsend Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Edward A Townsend (Trustee), Barbara Newman Townsend (Trustee) and Jennifer T Earls (Trustee).
What does The Townsend Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, education and youth programs.