BetsWest Foundation
Preselected recipients only
BetsWest Foundation is a private foundation in Brenham, Texas. In tax year 2024 it gave $92,500 in 15 grants; the typical grant was $2,500 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$92,500
- Number of grants15
- Typical grant$2,500
- Largest grant$25,000
- Assets$2.1 million
- New grantees20%
Giving in 2024 was down from $109,753 the year before.
20% of its 2024 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 | $109,753 | 13 | $2.0 million |
| 2024 | $92,500 | 15 | $2.1 million |
How to apply
BetsWest 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 BetsWest Foundation funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in Texas.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Texas | 15 | $92,500 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Camp for All | General Support | $25,000 |
| Washington on the Brazos Historical Foundation | General Support | $16,500 |
| Chappell Hill United Methodist Church | General Support | $12,000 |
| Boys & Girls Club of Washington County | General Support | $10,000 |
| Washington County Healthy Living Association | General Support | $10,000 |
| Brenham Animal Services | General Support | $5,000 |
| Animal Friends of Washington County | General Support | $2,500 |
| Chappell Hill Historical Society | General Support | $2,500 |
| Margaret Blizzard Senior Activity Center | General Support | $2,500 |
| Chappell Hill Volunteer Fire Department | General Support | $2,000 |
| Bassett Buddies Rescue of Texas | General Support | $1,000 |
| Unity Theatre | general support | $1,000 |
| Brenham Children's Chorus | General Support | $1,000 |
| True Blue Animal Rescue | General Support | $1,000 |
| Healthy World Healthy Children | General Support | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- Sally L Blackie-Sengel
- Elizabeth H Blackie
- Weston C Blackie
Questions people ask
Does BetsWest Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does BetsWest Foundation give?
$92,500 in tax year 2024, across 15 grants, with a typical grant of $2,500.
Who runs BetsWest Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Sally L Blackie-Sengel (President), Elizabeth H Blackie (Secretary) and Weston C Blackie (Treasurer).
What does BetsWest Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly youth programs, health and animals.