Colket Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Colket Foundation is a private foundation in Fairview, Texas. In tax year 2024 it gave $51,171 in 10 grants; the typical grant was $738 and the largest $42,612. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$51,171
- Number of grants10
- Typical grant$738
- Largest grant$42,612
- Assets$1.3 million
- New grantees33%
Giving in 2024 was up from $50,288 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $50,288 | 10 | $1.2 million |
| 2024 | $51,171 | 10 | $1.3 million |
How to apply
Colket 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 Colket Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to Texas.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Texas | 6 | $5,352 |
| Colorado | 1 | $2,690 |
| North Carolina | 1 | $267 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $250 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Individual | See attached for additional grants | $42,612 |
| Adaptive Sports Association | Educational support | $2,690 |
| Camp Summit | Educational support | $2,347 |
| Manegait | Educational support | $1,100 |
| Green Wave Club at Tulane Univ | Education support | $1,000 |
| Heroes | Educational support | $475 |
| Heartest Yard Foundation | Health support | $267 |
| Special Olympics | Health support | $250 |
| Covenant House | Humanity support | $250 |
| Friends of Fairview Firefighters | Public safety | $180 |
Officers and trustees
- Charles H Colket
- Lisa C Schrimsher
- Lauri A Youngblood
- Leslie C Jackson
- Rick L Schrimsher
- Scott P Youngblood
- Timothy M Jackson
Questions people ask
Does Colket Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Colket Foundation give?
$51,171 in tax year 2024, across 10 grants, with a typical grant of $738.
Who runs Colket Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Charles H Colket (Pres/Dir.), Lisa C Schrimsher (Vp/Dir.), Lauri A Youngblood (Director) and Leslie C Jackson (Sec/Trs/Dir.) among 7 officers and trustees.
What does Colket Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education and health.