Carson Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Carson Family Foundation is a private foundation in San Marcos, Texas. In tax year 2025 it gave $68,000 in 19 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 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$68,000
- Number of grants19
- Typical grant$2,500
- Largest grant$25,000
- Assets$717,912
- New grantees17%
Giving in 2025 was up from $65,000 the year before.
17% 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 | $47,000 | 20 | $721,415 |
| 2024 | $65,000 | 17 | $763,015 |
| 2025 | $68,000 | 19 | $717,912 |
How to apply
Carson Family 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 Carson Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in Texas.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Texas | 19 | $68,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| United Campus Ministry | Bridge funding | $25,000 |
| Hays Caldwell Womens Center | Family violence victims support | $3,000 |
| Bowie High School | Newspaper support | $2,500 |
| Casa of Central Texas | Advocacy for children in need | $2,500 |
| Explore Austin | Help economically disadv youth | $2,500 |
| Farm and City | Quality urban & rural human habitat | $2,500 |
| Great Springs Project | Public trail creation & land conserv | $2,500 |
| Project Art | Art education for youth | $2,500 |
| San Marcos Public Library | Library assistance | $2,500 |
| Southside Community Center | Financial support for people in need | $2,500 |
| Texas State University Philosophy | Philosophy scholarships | $2,500 |
| The Watershed Association | Watershed protection land conserv | $2,500 |
| Wimberley Education Foundation | Public school district support | $2,500 |
| Wimberley Valley Radio | Public radio | $2,500 |
| Individual | Financial support for people in need | $2,000 |
| Hays County Food Bank | Hunger assistance | $2,000 |
| Meals on Wheels Central Texas | Meals to hombebound | $2,000 |
| Scheib Center | Mental health services | $2,000 |
| Texas State University Key Parks | Chemistry scholarships | $2,000 |
Officers and trustees
- William Clyde Carson
- Joann Carson
- Kimberley Carson Tillisch
- William Christopher Carson
- Rachel Carson Buchanan
- John David Carson
Questions people ask
Does Carson Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Carson Family Foundation give?
$68,000 in tax year 2025, across 19 grants, with a typical grant of $2,500.
Who runs Carson Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists William Clyde Carson (President), Joann Carson (VP), Kimberley Carson Tillisch (Treasurer) and William Christopher Carson (VP) among 6 officers and trustees.
What does Carson Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, youth programs and environment and conservation.