Conte Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Conte Family Foundation is a private foundation in College Sta, Texas. In tax year 2024 it gave $107,800 in 13 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 and the largest $30,000. 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$107,800
- Number of grants13
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$30,000
- Assets$2.0 million
- New grantees54%
Giving in 2024 was up from $103,200 the year before.
54% 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | $105,700 | 11 | $2.1 million |
| 2023 | $103,200 | 10 | $2.3 million |
| 2024 | $107,800 | 13 | $2.0 million |
How to apply
Conte 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 Conte Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to Texas.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Texas | 10 | $88,800 |
| Missouri | 2 | $14,000 |
| Georgia | 1 | $5,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Robert Conte Foundations for PD | Support efforts to improve the life of people with Parkinsons disease through exercise and education | $30,000 |
| Helping Hand Home for Children | Serving traumatized children through therapeutic care and support services | $12,000 |
| Univ Texas Elementary Charter Sch | Support for Outdoor School experience | $10,800 |
| The Kinkaid School | Support Chloe Childress Memorial Endowment | $10,000 |
| Brain Injury Foundation of St Louis | Provide community base solutions for people living with traumatic brain injuries | $8,000 |
| Ozark Teen Challenge | Support youth struggling to overcome additions and behavioral conflict | $6,000 |
| St Anthony Catholic Church | Serving all people seeking Christian guidance prayers and support | $5,000 |
| Episcopal Church of Good Shephard | Serve citizens in the greater Austin community seeking spiritual growth and education | $5,000 |
| PMan Foundation | Support for at-risk youth in recovery by offering sober social activities | $5,000 |
| Texas A M University | Animal science department for remote learning | $5,000 |
| Shepherd Them All Inc | Children with learning disabilities | $5,000 |
| South Brazos Voulnteer Fire Dept | Volunteer firefighter support | $5,000 |
| Midway Church of Christ | Support rural Christian guidance | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Cynthia W Conte
- Cullen Childress
- Lesley Childress
- Edward Ireson
Questions people ask
Does Conte Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Conte Family Foundation give?
$107,800 in tax year 2024, across 13 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs Conte Family Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Cynthia W Conte (Director - Treasurer), Cullen Childress (Director - President), Lesley Childress (Director - Secretary) and Edward Ireson (Director).
What does Conte Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, youth programs and faith communities.