C3 Legacy Foundation
Preselected recipients only
C3 Legacy Foundation is a private foundation in Spicewood, Texas. In tax year 2025 it gave $128,500 in 5 grants; the typical grant was $25,000 and the largest $50,000. 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$128,500
- Number of grants5
- Typical grant$25,000
- Largest grant$50,000
- Assets$278,730
- New grantees20%
Giving in 2025 was down from $298,500 the year before.
20% of its 2025 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 | $158,500 | 3 | $327,558 |
| 2024 | $298,500 | 5 | $174,184 |
| 2025 | $128,500 | 5 | $278,730 |
How to apply
C3 Legacy 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.
Foundation website IRS filings on ProPublica
What C3 Legacy Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to Texas.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Texas | 4 | $78,500 |
| California | 1 | $50,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Cure Duchenne | Our vision is our name . . . Cure duchenne | $50,000 |
| YMCA Camp Grady Spruce | To build a cabin for campers in the new ray bean section | $25,000 |
| Community Foundation of the Texas Hill Country | Public charitable foundation that supports non profits and local causes in the region | $25,000 |
| Texas Restaurant Association | The greater austin chapter of the texas resataurant association works to promote the growth of the local restaruant indutry through networking, education and local advisory. This is to provide a scholarship to a deserving student. | $15,000 |
| The First Tee of Greater Austin | The first tiee is an international youth development organization introducting the game of golf and its inherent values to young people. Through after scholl and in school programs, we help shape the lives of young people from all walks of life by reinforcing values like integrity, respect and preservance through the game of golf. And it's making a difference. | $13,500 |
Officers and trustees
- Lynn S Ford
Questions people ask
Does C3 Legacy Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does C3 Legacy Foundation give?
$128,500 in tax year 2025, across 5 grants, with a typical grant of $25,000.
Who runs C3 Legacy Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Lynn S Ford (Director).
What does C3 Legacy Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly youth programs and education.