Abernathy Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Abernathy Family Foundation is a private foundation in Richmond, Texas. In tax year 2024 it gave $98,059 in 21 grants; the typical grant was $2,000 and the largest $25,000. 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$98,059
- Number of grants21
- Typical grant$2,000
- Largest grant$25,000
- Assets$2.2 million
- New grantees57%
Giving in 2024 was up from $69,643 the year before.
57% 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 | $69,643 | 16 | $2.1 million |
| 2024 | $98,059 | 21 | $2.2 million |
How to apply
Abernathy Family 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 Abernathy Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 5 states, the most to Texas.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Texas | 16 | $65,059 |
| California | 2 | $25,000 |
| Georgia | 1 | $5,000 |
| Colorado | 1 | $2,000 |
| Virginia | 1 | $1,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| University of Houston Advancement | Unrestricted | $25,000 |
| Hugh M Hefner Foundation | Unrestricted | $20,000 |
| The Moha Network | Unrestricted | $6,791 |
| Sugar Land Methodist Church | Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| American Heart Association | Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| American Cancer Society | Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| Camp Kesem | Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| Creative Dreams Outreach | Unrestricted | $4,000 |
| Parks Youth Ranch | Unrestricted | $2,500 |
| Family Service Center | Unrestricted | $2,068 |
| Texas Equusearch | Unrestricted | $2,000 |
| Project Hope Recovery Center | Unrestricted | $2,000 |
| White Ribbon Project | Unrestricted | $2,000 |
| STEM Bridges Houston | Unrestricted | $2,000 |
| Rosenberg-Richmond Helping Hands Inc | Unrestricted | $2,000 |
| Fort Bend Paws | Unrestricted | $1,500 |
| Finest and Bravest Foundation | Unretricted | $1,400 |
| Sugar Land Legacy Foundation | Unrestricted | $1,400 |
| Literacy Council of Fort Bend | Unrestricted | $1,400 |
| Behind the Badge Foundation | Unrestricted | $1,000 |
| The Arc of Fort Bend County | Unrestricted | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Monique D Abernathy
- Lynda Topp
Questions people ask
Does Abernathy Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Abernathy Family Foundation give?
$98,059 in tax year 2024, across 21 grants, with a typical grant of $2,000.
Who runs Abernathy Family Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Monique D Abernathy (Director) and Lynda Topp (Director).
What does Abernathy Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, health and youth programs.