Conely Foundation
Accepts applications
Conely Foundation is a private foundation in Houston, Texas. In tax year 2024 it gave $124,969 in 12 grants; the typical grant was $8,250 and the largest $20,000. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$124,969
- Number of grants12
- Typical grant$8,250
- Largest grant$20,000
- Assets$2.5 million
- New grantees100%
Giving in 2024 was up from $57,119 the year before.
100% of its 2024 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a sign it is open to new organizations.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $57,119 | 2 | $2.3 million |
| 2024 | $124,969 | 12 | $2.5 million |
How to apply
| Contact | Mark Conely PO Box 131053, Houston, TX 77219 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (713) 409-5005 |
| What to submit | Application must be in writing along with a copy of transcripts. |
| Deadlines | Prior to each semester of college. |
| Restrictions | Grades and other considerations. |
What Conely Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to Texas.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Texas | 11 | $122,500 |
| Pennsylvania | 1 | $2,469 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Covenant House | General Funds: Services for homeless and runaway youth. | $20,000 |
| Ronald McDonald House Charities Greater Houston | General Funds: RMH Fun Run | $20,000 |
| Houston Public Media | General Funds: General Operations | $20,000 |
| Avenue Community Development Corporation | General Funds: General Operations | $17,500 |
| Chinquapin Preparatory School | General Funds: General Operations | $10,000 |
| University of Houston | Scholarships | $9,000 |
| A&M University Prairie View | Scholarships | $7,500 |
| Tony's Place | General Funds: Community Assistance | $6,000 |
| Buffalo Bayou Partnership | General Funds: BBP Kids Day | $5,000 |
| Houston Humane Society | General Funds: General Operations | $5,000 |
| Barrio Dogs | General Funds: Spay & Neuring Services | $2,500 |
| Carnegie Mellon University | Scholarships | $2,469 |
Officers and trustees
- Mark Conely
- Laura Devries-Conely
- Laura Bodenheimer
- Ian Cain
Questions people ask
Does Conely Foundation accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications, with this on deadlines: Prior to each semester of college..
How much does Conely Foundation give?
$124,969 in tax year 2024, across 12 grants, with a typical grant of $8,250.
Who runs Conely Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Mark Conely (President), Laura Devries-Conely (Vice President), Laura Bodenheimer (Director) and Ian Cain (Director).
What does Conely Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, youth programs and animals.