Commonwealth Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Commonwealth Foundation is a private foundation in El Paso, Texas. In tax year 2025 it gave $500 in 1 grant; the typical grant was $500 and the largest $500. 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$500
- Number of grants1
- Typical grant$500
- Largest grant$500
- Assets$661,294
- New grantees0%
Giving in 2025 was the same as $500 the year before.
0% 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 | $10,500 | 3 | $496,086 |
| 2024 | $500 | 1 | $560,825 |
| 2025 | $500 | 1 | $661,294 |
How to apply
Commonwealth 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 Commonwealth Foundation funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in Texas.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Texas | 1 | $500 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| University of Texas at El Paso | Education | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- Sharon Fashing
- Diania Minica
Questions people ask
Does Commonwealth Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Commonwealth Foundation give?
$500 in tax year 2025, across 1 grant, with a typical grant of $500.
Who runs Commonwealth Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Sharon Fashing (Pres/Treas) and Diania Minica (Sec).
What does Commonwealth Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education.