Don G Kaspar Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Don G Kaspar Foundation is a private foundation in Shiner, Texas. In tax year 2024 it gave $229,513 in 21 grants; the typical grant was $6,155 and the largest $70,000. 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$229,513
- Number of grants21
- Typical grant$6,155
- Largest grant$70,000
- Assets$2.4 million
- New grantees86%
Giving in 2024 was up from $100,080 the year before.
86% 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 | $100,080 | 16 | $2.5 million |
| 2024 | $229,513 | 21 | $2.4 million |
How to apply
Don G Kaspar 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.
Foundation website IRS filings on ProPublica
What Don G Kaspar Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to Texas.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Texas | 20 | $219,513 |
| Wyoming | 1 | $10,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| USA Transform | Community out-reach | $70,000 |
| Branded Cowboy Church | Community out-reach | $27,100 |
| Experience Excellence | Community out-reach | $17,698 |
| Flippen Group | Community out-reach | $13,000 |
| Gatekeeper's Fellowship | Community out-reach | $11,360 |
| Shiner Athletic & Academic Foundation | Community out-reach | $11,000 |
| Humanality | Community out-reach | $10,000 |
| Vysehrad PTO | Community out-reach | $10,000 |
| Shiner Band Boosters | Community out-reach | $9,926 |
| Billy T Cattan Recovery Outreach | Community out-reach | $8,000 |
| Ambassadors for Christ | Community out-reach | $6,155 |
| Trail Life | Community out-reach | $6,000 |
| Golden Crescent Casa | Community out-reach | $5,000 |
| Shiner Little League | Community out-reach | $5,000 |
| The Vine School | Community out-reach | $5,000 |
| Lavaca Area Moms Inc | Community out-reach | $3,500 |
| Spread the Faith Inc | Community out-reach | $3,000 |
| The Grand Theater Yoakum | Community out-reach | $2,874 |
| Shiner Youth Soccer Association | Community out-reach | $2,000 |
| Futures Academy | Community out-reach | $1,650 |
| Fellowship Bible Church | Community out-reach | $1,250 |
Officers and trustees
- Christopher Kaspar
- Carli Elias
- Peter Robinson
Questions people ask
Does Don G Kaspar Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Don G Kaspar Foundation give?
$229,513 in tax year 2024, across 21 grants, with a typical grant of $6,155.
Who runs Don G Kaspar Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Christopher Kaspar (Chairman), Carli Elias (Board Member) and Peter Robinson (Board Member).
What does Don G Kaspar Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities and education.