Belmont Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Belmont Foundation is a private foundation in Amarillo, Texas. In tax year 2024 it gave $235,000 in 11 grants; the typical grant was $18,000 and the largest $95,000. 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$235,000
- Number of grants11
- Typical grant$18,000
- Largest grant$95,000
- Assets$49,600
- New grantees88%
Giving in 2024 was up from $3,000 the year before.
88% 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 | $3,000 | 3 | $113,707 |
| 2024 | $235,000 | 11 | $49,600 |
How to apply
Belmont 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 Belmont Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 5 states, the most to Texas.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Texas | 6 | $171,000 |
| Arkansas | 1 | $28,000 |
| North Carolina | 1 | $25,000 |
| New York | 1 | $10,000 |
| Tennessee | 2 | $1,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| 12th Man Foundation | Swimming & diving fund-banquet | $95,000 |
| Irving Schools Foundation | Scholarships | $32,000 |
| Arkansas Community Foundation | Scholarship | $28,000 |
| Roaring Gap Foundation | Hurricabe relief | $25,000 |
| Irving Schools Foundation | Scholarships | $20,000 |
| Irving Schools Foundation | Scholarships | $18,000 |
| Tunnel to Towers Foundation | Mortgage free homes | $10,000 |
| Pat Mathers Scholarship Fund | Scholarships | $5,000 |
| Edgemere Chapel | Benevolent fund | $1,000 |
| St Jude Children Research Hospital | Cancer research | $500 |
| St Jude Children Research Hospital | Cancer research | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- Ralph D Ellis
- Joy P Ellis
- Kathryn Eason
Questions people ask
Does Belmont Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Belmont Foundation give?
$235,000 in tax year 2024, across 11 grants, with a typical grant of $18,000.
Who runs Belmont Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Ralph D Ellis (Sec/Director), Joy P Ellis (Vp/Director) and Kathryn Eason (Trea/Directo).
What does Belmont Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, health and science and research.