ESB3 Foundation
Preselected recipients only
ESB3 Foundation is a private foundation in Houston, Texas. In tax year 2024 it gave $2.3 million in 12 grants; the typical grant was $50,000 and the largest $1.4 million. 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$2.3 million
- Number of grants12
- Typical grant$50,000
- Largest grant$1.4 million
- Assets$13.6 million
- New grantees27%
Giving in 2024 was down from $22.5 million the year before.
27% 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 | $22.5 million | 81 | $14.8 million |
| 2024 | $2.3 million | 12 | $13.6 million |
How to apply
ESB3 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 ESB3 Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to Pennsylvania.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Pennsylvania | 1 | $1.4 million |
| Texas | 11 | $955,833 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| JP Morgan Charitable Giving Fund | General support | $1.4 million |
| University of Texas Foundation | Blanton Museum support | $363,333 |
| The Brookwood Community Inc | General support | $166,667 |
| The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center | General support | $150,000 |
| Camp for All Foundation | Blazing New Trails campaign | $83,333 |
| Children's Museum of Houston | General support | $50,000 |
| Houston Methodist | General support | $50,000 |
| Texas One Fund | General support | $50,000 |
| Main Street Ministries | Spirit of Ministry support | $20,000 |
| Texas Cultural Trust Council | General support | $12,500 |
| The Salvation Army | General support | $5,000 |
| University of Texas Foundation | General support | $5,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Eddy Blanton
- Jack Blanton Jr
- Elizabeth Blanton Wareing
- Elizabeth Blanton
- Julie Wareing Aldrich
- Mary Catherine Blanton Jones
- Allison Stasney
Questions people ask
Does ESB3 Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does ESB3 Foundation give?
$2.3 million in tax year 2024, across 12 grants, with a typical grant of $50,000.
Who runs ESB3 Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Eddy Blanton (Pres/Asst. Sec.), Jack Blanton Jr (VP/Asst. Sec.), Elizabeth Blanton Wareing (VP/Sec) and Elizabeth Blanton (Exec Dir) among 7 officers and trustees.
What does ESB3 Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, arts and culture and youth programs.