Donald J and Joan P McNamara Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Donald J and Joan P McNamara Foundation is a private foundation in Dallas, Texas. In tax year 2024 it gave $107,500 in 6 grants; the typical grant was $20,000 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$107,500
- Number of grants6
- Typical grant$20,000
- Largest grant$30,000
- Assets$877,568
- New grantees33%
Giving in 2024 was up from $105,000 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 | $105,000 | 5 | $1.0 million |
| 2024 | $107,500 | 6 | $877,568 |
How to apply
Donald J and Joan P McNamara 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.
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to Texas.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Texas | 3 | $60,000 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $25,000 |
| Virginia | 1 | $20,000 |
| North Carolina | 1 | $2,500 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| The University of Austin | General use | $30,000 |
| American Enterprise Institute | General use | $25,000 |
| COMMIT2DALLAS | Opportunity 2040 fund 1 | $20,000 |
| Sisters of the Visitation | General use | $20,000 |
| Baylor Healthcare System Foundation | Bumc emergency department fund | $10,000 |
| Camp Blue Skies Foundation | General use | $2,500 |
Officers and trustees
- Donald J McNamara
- Joan P McNamara
- Kevin McNamara
Questions people ask
Does Donald J and Joan P McNamara Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Donald J and Joan P McNamara Foundation give?
$107,500 in tax year 2024, across 6 grants, with a typical grant of $20,000.
Who runs Donald J and Joan P McNamara Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Donald J McNamara (Trustee, Chairman & Pres.), Joan P McNamara (Trustee) and Kevin McNamara (Trustee).