Fabenco Founding Fathers Fdn
Preselected recipients only
Fabenco Founding Fathers Fdn is a private foundation in Houston, Texas. In tax year 2024 it gave $25,996 in 24 grants; the typical grant was $1,000 and the largest $2,500. 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$25,996
- Number of grants24
- Typical grant$1,000
- Largest grant$2,500
- Assets$704,230
- New grantees35%
Giving in 2024 was down from $26,500 the year before.
35% 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | $24,598 | 22 | $464,956 |
| 2023 | $26,500 | 24 | $593,693 |
| 2024 | $25,996 | 24 | $704,230 |
How to apply
Fabenco Founding Fathers Fdn 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 Fabenco Founding Fathers Fdn funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 9 states, the most to Texas.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Texas | 10 | $11,496 |
| District of Columbia | 3 | $4,000 |
| Virginia | 4 | $3,500 |
| Tennessee | 2 | $2,000 |
| Georgia | 1 | $1,000 |
| Hawaii | 1 | $1,000 |
| Louisiana | 1 | $1,000 |
| Montana | 1 | $1,000 |
| New York | 1 | $1,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| American Legion Auxilliary | To fund charitable activity | $2,500 |
| Friends of the Wwii Memorial | Fund charitable activity | $2,000 |
| Individual | Original occupants assistance | $1,000 |
| Admiral Nimitz Fdn | Fund charitable activity | $1,000 |
| American Battlefield Trust | Fund charitable activity | $1,000 |
| American Legion Post 249 | Fund charitable activity | $1,000 |
| Be an Angel | To fund charitable acitivty | $1,000 |
| Civil War Study Group Lake of Woods | Fund charitable activity | $1,000 |
| Houston Food Bank | Fund charitable activity | $1,000 |
| Marine Toys for Tots Fdn | To fund charitable activity | $1,000 |
| Meals on Wheels | Fund charitable activity | $1,000 |
| National D-Day Memorial | Fund charitable activity | $1,000 |
| Natl Wwii Museum | Fund charitable activity | $1,000 |
| Pearl Harbor Aviation Musuem | To fund charitable activity | $1,000 |
| PTSD Foundation Camp Hope | To fund charitable activity | $1,000 |
| Salvation Army | To fund charitable activity | $1,000 |
| St Judes Research Hospital | To fund charitable activity | $1,000 |
| Star of Hope | Fund charitable activity | $1,000 |
| Susan G Komen Foundation | Fund charitable activity | $1,000 |
| Thumbs Up Mission | To fund charitable activity | $1,000 |
| Tunnel to Towers | To fund charitable activity | $1,000 |
| Uso | Fund charitable activity | $1,000 |
| Various Pin | Nc disaster relief supplies | $996 |
| Bedford Boys Tribute Center | Fund charitable activity | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- David Lacook
- Don Henderson
- Diane Holman
- Michelle Lacook
Questions people ask
Does Fabenco Founding Fathers Fdn accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Fabenco Founding Fathers Fdn give?
$25,996 in tax year 2024, across 24 grants, with a typical grant of $1,000.
Who runs Fabenco Founding Fathers Fdn?
Its 2024 filing lists David Lacook (Director), Don Henderson (Director), Diane Holman (Director) and Michelle Lacook (Director).
What does Fabenco Founding Fathers Fdn fund?
Based on its grants, mainly veterans, food and hunger and human services.