Betty Stieren Kelso Foundation
Accepts applications
Betty Stieren Kelso Foundation is a private foundation in San Antonio, Texas. In tax year 2024 it gave $3.2 million in 73 grants; the typical grant was $25,000 and the largest $430,000. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$3.2 million
- Number of grants73
- Typical grant$25,000
- Largest grant$430,000
- Assets$66.9 million
- New grantees66%
Giving in 2024 was up from $2.9 million the year before.
66% 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 | $2.9 million | 48 | $61.8 million |
| 2024 | $3.2 million | 73 | $66.9 million |
How to apply
| Contact | Barry Roberts 7373 Broadway Ste 406, San Antonio, TX 78209 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (210) 820-0113 |
What Betty Stieren Kelso Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to Texas.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Texas | 70 | $3.1 million |
| New York | 2 | $60,000 |
| Washington | 1 | $20,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| San Antonio Botanical Societygarden | Charitable | $430,000 |
| Texas Biomedical Research Institute | Charitable | $400,000 |
| Tmi Episcopal | Charitable | $300,000 |
| University of Texas Foundation | Charitable | $150,000 |
| American Cancer Society | Charitable | $100,000 |
| San Antonio Zoological Society | Charitable | $100,000 |
| The Charity Ball Association | Charitable | $75,000 |
| Saint Mary's Hall | Charitable | $60,000 |
| Wounded Warrior Project | Charitable | $60,000 |
| Brighton Center | Charitable | $50,000 |
| Christus Children's Foundation | Charitable | $50,000 |
| Girls Inc of San Antonio | Charitable | $50,000 |
| Intrepid Fallen Heroes Fund | Charitable | $50,000 |
| Landa Gardens Conservancy | Charitable | $50,000 |
| Remember the Alamo Foundation | Charitable | $50,000 |
| San Antonio Museum of Art | Charitable | $50,000 |
| San Antonio River Foundation | Charitable | $50,000 |
| Texas Biomedical Forum | Charitable | $50,000 |
| Texas Cavaliers Charitable Foundation | Charitable | $50,000 |
| Tobin Center for the Performing Arts | Charitable | $50,000 |
| National Western Art Foundation DBA the Briscoe Western Art Museum | Charitable | $40,000 |
| Forever Foundation for Texas Wildlife DBA Texas Wildlife Association Founda | Charitable | $35,000 |
| Alpha Home | Charitable | $25,000 |
| Any Baby Can of San Antonio Inc | Charitable | $25,000 |
| Autism Community Network | Charitable | $25,000 |
| Children's Bereavement Center of South Texas | Charitable | $25,000 |
| Childsafe | Charitable | $25,000 |
| City Kids Adventures | Charitable | $25,000 |
| Good Samaritan Community Services | Charitable | $25,000 |
| Habitat for Humanity | Charitable | $25,000 |
| Museum of South Texas History | Charitable | $25,000 |
| Rise Recovery | Charitable | $25,000 |
| San Antonio Food Bank | Charitable | $25,000 |
| St Peter the Apostle Catholic School | Charitable | $25,000 |
| St Vinnys Bistro | Charitable | $25,000 |
| Teamability | Charitable | $25,000 |
| Texas State Historical Association | Charitable | $25,000 |
| The Blood & Tissue Center Foundation | Charitable | $25,000 |
| Boys & Girls Clubs of San Antonio | Charitable | $20,000 |
| Clarity Child Guidance Center | Charitable | $20,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Barry Roberts
- Carolina Roberts Lewis
- Elizabeth McAllen Roberts
Questions people ask
Does Betty Stieren Kelso Foundation accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications.
How much does Betty Stieren Kelso Foundation give?
$3.2 million in tax year 2024, across 73 grants, with a typical grant of $25,000.
Who runs Betty Stieren Kelso Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Barry Roberts (President/Treasurer), Carolina Roberts Lewis (Vice-President) and Elizabeth McAllen Roberts (Secretary).
What does Betty Stieren Kelso Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly environment and conservation, faith communities and youth programs.