Barbara Samper Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Barbara Samper Foundation is a private foundation in Montgomery, Texas. In tax year 2025 it gave $277,000 in 6 grants; the typical grant was $6,500 and the largest $250,000. 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$277,000
- Number of grants6
- Typical grant$6,500
- Largest grant$250,000
- Assets$5.0 million
- New grantees67%
Giving in 2025 was down from $284,000 the year before.
67% of its 2025 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 | $272,000 | 3 | $4.6 million |
| 2024 | $284,000 | 4 | $4.8 million |
| 2025 | $277,000 | 6 | $5.0 million |
How to apply
Barbara Samper 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 Barbara Samper Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 1 | $250,000 |
| Texas | 3 | $23,000 |
| Minnesota | 1 | $2,000 |
| Virginia | 1 | $2,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Cabrillo College | Scholarship | $250,000 |
| Hope Austin | General support for community outreach and charitable programs. | $10,000 |
| Up Bring | Women's shelter | $10,000 |
| National Ms Society | Research and helping people affected by ms. | $3,000 |
| Creative Arts Secondary School | General support for educational and arts programs. | $2,000 |
| Goodwin High School | Lacrosse program | $2,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Christopher Samper
- Dyan Clancy
- Virginia Prudell
- Orietta Alcina
- Jon Chalmers
Questions people ask
Does Barbara Samper Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Barbara Samper Foundation give?
$277,000 in tax year 2025, across 6 grants, with a typical grant of $6,500.
Who runs Barbara Samper Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Christopher Samper (President), Dyan Clancy (Treasurer), Virginia Prudell (Secretary) and Orietta Alcina (Asst. Sec) among 5 officers and trustees.
What does Barbara Samper Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education.