Charles & Lois Marie Bright Foundation
Accepts applications
Charles & Lois Marie Bright Foundation is a private foundation in Nacogdoches, Texas. In tax year 2024 it gave $1.7 million in 58 grants; the typical grant was $10,000 and the largest $250,000. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$1.7 million
- Number of grants58
- Typical grant$10,000
- Largest grant$250,000
- Assets$36.5 million
- New grantees33%
Giving in 2024 was up from $1.5 million the year before.
33% 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | $1.7 million | 62 | $32.6 million |
| 2023 | $1.5 million | 54 | $35.7 million |
| 2024 | $1.7 million | 58 | $36.5 million |
How to apply
| Contact | Wanda Russell PO Box 635001, Nacogdoches, TX 75963 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (936) 564-8378 |
| What to submit | No set format required |
What Charles & Lois Marie Bright Foundation funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in Texas.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Texas | 58 | $1.7 million |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Libertlooneyville Volunteer Fire Department | Radios | $250,000 |
| The Village Nac | Bath/laundry house renovation | $200,000 |
| Nacogoches Law Enforcement Foundation | General operations | $144,795 |
| Nacogdoches Isd Education Foundation | Scholarships | $110,000 |
| Nacogdoches Boys Youth Baseball Association | Field restoration | $109,365 |
| Boys and Girls Club of Deep East TX | Air conditioner replacement | $100,000 |
| Nacogdoches County Sheriff's Office | 2 ford f-150 police package | $80,431 |
| Nacogdoches County Hospital District | Radio equipment upgrade | $51,077 |
| Friends of Historic Nacogdoches | Robertson photo etx research center | $50,000 |
| Glory Gang Ministries | Bus ministries | $50,000 |
| Love Inc | Shared table program | $50,000 |
| Millard's Crossing | General operations | $50,000 |
| Nacogdoches County Chamber Foundation | Building repairs | $45,551 |
| Nacogdoches Hero Foundation | Vfw roof project | $34,677 |
| Stephen F Austin State University | Scholarships | $30,608 |
| Boys and Girls Club of Deep East TX | General operations | $30,000 |
| Nacogdoches County Youth Livestock Association | Pineywoods fair jr steer show | $27,150 |
| The Helping House | Fencing and locking system | $25,000 |
| Humane Society of Nacogdoches County | Sponsor "paws" banquet | $20,000 |
| Texas A&m University | Scholarships | $18,572 |
| The University of Texas at Tyler | Scholarships | $17,448 |
| Christ Episcopal School | Computer system upgrade | $15,000 |
| Fredonial Hill Baptist Academy | Playground equipment | $15,000 |
| Regents Academy of Nacogdoches Inc | Equipment | $15,000 |
| God's Open Door to Eternal Life Inc | Awnings | $13,789 |
| Bridges International | Annual crusade for christ | $10,000 |
| Cal Farley's Boys Ranch | General operations | $10,000 |
| Christian Women's Job Corp | Women's support program | $10,000 |
| First Christian Church | General operations | $10,000 |
| First Christian Church | Furniture | $10,000 |
| Love Inc | General operations | $10,000 |
| Nacogdoches Hope Food Pantry | Food pantry | $10,000 |
| Nacogdoches Senior Center | General operations | $10,000 |
| Kilgore College | Scholarship | $9,829 |
| Friends of Historic Nacogdoches | Signage for downtown buildings | $9,500 |
| Nacogdoches County Youth Commercial Heifer Show | General purposes | $9,250 |
| Heartbeat Pregnancy Center | General operations | $6,450 |
| East Texas Baptist University | Scholarships | $6,000 |
| Tyler Junior College | Scholarships | $5,165 |
| East Texas Food Bank | General operations | $5,000 |
Officers and trustees
- C Stanley Jones
- Greg Williams
- John Mast
- Kurt Sutton
- Campbell Cox
- Wanda Russell
Questions people ask
Does Charles & Lois Marie Bright Foundation accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications.
How much does Charles & Lois Marie Bright Foundation give?
$1.7 million in tax year 2024, across 58 grants, with a typical grant of $10,000.
Who runs Charles & Lois Marie Bright Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists C Stanley Jones (President), Greg Williams (Vice Preside), John Mast (Director) and Kurt Sutton (Director) among 6 officers and trustees.
What does Charles & Lois Marie Bright Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly community development, youth programs and education.