Calhoun Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Calhoun Foundation is a private foundation in New Braunfels, Texas. In tax year 2025 it gave $49,029 in 12 grants; the typical grant was $3,250 and the largest $15,029. 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$49,029
- Number of grants12
- Typical grant$3,250
- Largest grant$15,029
- Assets$1.1 million
- New grantees8%
Giving in 2025 was down from $49,818 the year before.
8% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, so most of its money goes to organizations it already funds.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $47,147 | 10 | $1.0 million |
| 2024 | $49,818 | 11 | $1.0 million |
| 2025 | $49,029 | 12 | $1.1 million |
How to apply
Calhoun 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 Calhoun Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to Texas.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Texas | 10 | $41,529 |
| Missouri | 1 | $6,000 |
| Colorado | 1 | $1,500 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New Braunfels C of C | General | $15,029 |
| Sheltering Wings | General | $6,000 |
| New Braunfels Comm Fdn | General | $5,000 |
| Canyon High School | General | $4,500 |
| New Braunfels High Sch | General | $4,500 |
| New Braunfels Youth Col | General | $4,000 |
| Camp Cummins | General | $2,500 |
| Strategic Alliance | General | $2,000 |
| Young Life | General | $1,500 |
| Sunset International | General | $1,500 |
| American Cancer Society | General | $1,250 |
| American Heart Assoc | General | $1,250 |
Officers and trustees
- Gary D Mathis
- James R Boldt
- Gaynell Eppler
Questions people ask
Does Calhoun Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Calhoun Foundation give?
$49,029 in tax year 2025, across 12 grants, with a typical grant of $3,250.
Who runs Calhoun Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Gary D Mathis (President), James R Boldt (Sect/Treas) and Gaynell Eppler (Vice Pres).
What does Calhoun Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly youth programs.