Exxonmobil Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Exxonmobil Foundation is a private foundation in Spring, Texas. In tax year 2024 it gave $20.8 million in 66 grants; the typical grant was $4,200 and the largest $6.8 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$20.8 million
- Number of grants66
- Typical grant$4,200
- Largest grant$6.8 million
- Assets$78.4 million
- New grantees71%
Giving in 2024 was down from $29.6 million the year before.
71% 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 | $29.6 million | 66 | $109 million |
| 2024 | $20.8 million | 66 | $78.4 million |
How to apply
Exxonmobil 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 Exxonmobil Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its US grants went to recipients in 15 states, the most to California. It also paid $4.4 million in 4 grants to recipients outside the US.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 2 | $6.9 million |
| Virginia | 5 | $4.5 million |
| Texas | 41 | $3.3 million |
| District of Columbia | 2 | $600,000 |
| Connecticut | 1 | $300,000 |
| Georgia | 1 | $200,000 |
| New York | 1 | $150,000 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $111,723 |
| Louisiana | 1 | $100,000 |
| New Hampshire | 1 | $100,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Khan Academy Inc | Education | $6.8 million |
| Charities Aid Foundation America Caf America | Education | $3.7 million |
| Iwokrama International Centre for Rainforest Conservation and Development | Education | $2.5 million |
| United Way of Greater Houston | Education | $1.3 million |
| The Emc Foundation Inc | Education | $1.0 million |
| Educational Matching Gift | Education | $993,238 |
| Cherie Blair Foundation for Women | Education | $600,000 |
| Counterpart International Inc | Education | $500,000 |
| Friends of Panafricare Inc | Education | $350,000 |
| Junior Achievement of Southeast Texas Inc | Education | $300,000 |
| Fundacao Mecanismo de Apoio A Sociedade Civil Masc | Education | $300,000 |
| Clarisse Machanguana Foundation | Education | $300,000 |
| United States Agency for International Development | Education | $250,000 |
| United Way of Greater Baytown Area and Chambers County | Education | $230,000 |
| Georgia Tech Foundation Inc | Education | $200,000 |
| Solar Sister Inc | Education | $200,000 |
| Teach for All | Education | $150,000 |
| United Way of Beaumont and North Jefferson County | Education | $130,500 |
| Good Reason Houston Inc | Education | $125,000 |
| Cybergrants SPV LLC | Education | $111,723 |
| Capital Area United Way | Education | $100,000 |
| Grassroot Soccer Inc | Education | $100,000 |
| The National Action Council for Minorities in Engineering Inc | Education | $100,000 |
| University of Houston Operating Account | Education | $93,750 |
| United Way of Hunterdon County | Education | $90,000 |
| United Way of Anchorage | Education | $67,500 |
| Society of Women Engineers | Education | $50,000 |
| Cal Poly Pomona Philanthropic Foundation | Education | $7,500 |
| University of Virginia Advancement Operations Account | Education | $5,000 |
| Candlelighters Childhood Cancer Family Alliance | Education | $4,200 |
| Gils Inc of Greater Houston | Education | $4,200 |
| Local Infant Formula for Emergencies Inc | Education | $4,200 |
| San Jose Clinic | Education | $4,200 |
| Children at Risk Inc | Education | $4,200 |
| Supergirls Shine Foundation | Education | $4,200 |
| Communities in Schools of Houston Inc | Education | $4,200 |
| Trees for Houston | Education | $4,200 |
| Montgomery County Youth Services | Education | $4,200 |
| YMCA of the Greater Houston Operating | Education | $4,200 |
| Museum of Health and Medical Science John P McGovern | Education | $4,200 |
Officers and trustees
- Matt M Furman
- Alvin V Abrahams
- Juliana L Schmoker
- Chris M Carron
- James R Chapman
- Jon M Gibbs
- Julio E Tamacas
- Inge A Van Coppenolle
- Michael P Zamora
- Jeffrey A Taylor
- Alison P Simon
- Thomas Chris Smith
Questions people ask
Does Exxonmobil Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Exxonmobil Foundation give?
$20.8 million in tax year 2024, across 66 grants, with a typical grant of $4,200.
Who runs Exxonmobil Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Matt M Furman (Trustee & Chairman), Alvin V Abrahams (Trustee & President), Juliana L Schmoker (Secretary) and Chris M Carron (General Counsel) among 12 officers and trustees.
What does Exxonmobil Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, international and environment and conservation.