Dr and Mrs Hugh A Kennedy Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Dr and Mrs Hugh A Kennedy Foundation is a private foundation in Corpus Christi, Texas. In tax year 2025 it gave $596,496 in 14 grants; the typical grant was $27,500 and the largest $157,871. 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$596,496
- Number of grants14
- Typical grant$27,500
- Largest grant$157,871
- Assets$15.3 million
- New grantees50%
Giving in 2025 was up from $540,369 the year before.
50% of its 2025 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 | $559,800 | 14 | $13.1 million |
| 2024 | $540,369 | 11 | $14.3 million |
| 2025 | $596,496 | 14 | $15.3 million |
How to apply
Dr and Mrs Hugh A Kennedy 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 Dr and Mrs Hugh A Kennedy Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to Texas.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Texas | 12 | $474,496 |
| Wisconsin | 2 | $122,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Christus Spohn Develpment Fdn | Facilities improvements | $157,871 |
| St Patrick's Church | General program support | $95,000 |
| University of Wisconsin Foundation | Scholarships | $82,000 |
| South Texas Public Broadcasting | Kedtv | $52,000 |
| University of Wisconsin-Oshkosh Fdn | Scholarships | $40,000 |
| South Texas Council Scouting Ameri | General support | $30,000 |
| St John Paul II Academy (Middle School) | General support | $30,000 |
| Coastal Bend Community Foundation | Day of giving | $25,000 |
| Salvation Army - Corpus Christi | General support | $25,000 |
| Del Mar College Foundation | Scholarships | $15,000 |
| Texas A&m Univerity Corpus Christi | General support | $14,625 |
| Art Center of Corpus Christi | General support | $10,000 |
| First United Methodist Church | General support | $10,000 |
| Timon's Ministries | General support | $10,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Martin C Davis
- Barbara Little
- Patricia Williams
- Patricia Cano
Questions people ask
Does Dr and Mrs Hugh A Kennedy Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Dr and Mrs Hugh A Kennedy Foundation give?
$596,496 in tax year 2025, across 14 grants, with a typical grant of $27,500.
Who runs Dr and Mrs Hugh A Kennedy Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Martin C Davis (President), Barbara Little (Treasurer), Patricia Williams (Vice Preside) and Patricia Cano (Secretary).
What does Dr and Mrs Hugh A Kennedy Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education and faith communities.