First Community Cares Foundation
Accepts applications
First Community Cares Foundation is a private foundation in Houston, Texas. In tax year 2024 it gave $240,250 in 37 grants; the typical grant was $2,000 and the largest $84,500. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$240,250
- Number of grants37
- Typical grant$2,000
- Largest grant$84,500
- Assets$148,534
- New grantees52%
Giving in 2024 was up from $198,550 the year before.
52% 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 | $198,550 | 33 | $55,686 |
| 2024 | $240,250 | 37 | $148,534 |
How to apply
| Contact | Jennifer Kilgore 15260 FM 529, Houston, TX 77095 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (281) 856-5588, foundation@fccu.org |
| What to submit | Charitable event donations: donation requests may be made via our website (https://firstcomcares.org/requestdonations). We'll need information about your organization, specifically, a description of the event you are holding, when and where the event will take place, and who will benefit. Please tell us what kind of donation you are requesting (financial or in-kind) and whether we have previously assisted your organization and if so, when? If you have a flyer or brochure in .pdf format, you will have the opportunity to upload it with the donation request. Scholarships: to begin the application process, click the "register" button on our website (https://fccu-applications.smapply.io/). Once you register, you will receive an email from noreply@smapply.io confirming your successful registration and inviting you to enter the application portal. Once in the portal, follow the step-by-step instructions. |
| Deadlines | Events: 30 days in advance of your event. Scholarships: apply mid-august through late january |
| Restrictions | We partner with schools, youth organizations, food pantries, educational foundations and veteran programs throughout the local community. First community CARES foundation focuses on collaborating with charities at their events in the communities we serve. If you are part of a local organization whose mission aligns with ours, we look forward to learning how we can support your efforts by submitting a donation request for review. First community CARES foundation awards scholarships annually to deserving high school graduates pursuing college/university education. You must be a member of first community credit union, located in houston, tx, for at least 90 days to qualify. |
Foundation website IRS filings on ProPublica
What First Community Cares Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to Texas.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Texas | 36 | $215,250 |
| Wisconsin | 1 | $25,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Spring Branch Education Foundation | Educational purposes | $84,500 |
| Vince Lombardi Cancer Foundation Inc | Educational purposes | $25,000 |
| Cy-Hope Inc | Educational purposes | $20,000 |
| Child Advocates Inc | General operating support | $16,000 |
| Alief Isd Education Foundation | Educational purposes | $11,100 |
| Cy-Fair Education Foundation | Educational purposes | $10,500 |
| Lone Star College Foundation | Educational purposes | $10,500 |
| Mesa Outreach Inc | General operating support | $7,500 |
| YMCA of Greater Houston - Langham Creek Family | General operating support | $7,200 |
| Cu Alliance LLC | Educational purposes | $5,000 |
| Katy Isd Education Foundation Inc | Educational purposes | $4,000 |
| Tomagwa Healthcare Ministries | General operating support | $4,000 |
| The University of Houston Alumni Association Foundation | General operating support | $2,500 |
| Individual | Scholarship | $2,000 |
| Individual | Scholarship | $2,000 |
| Salem Lutheran School | Educational purposes | $2,000 |
| Individual | Scholarship | $2,000 |
| Individual | Scholarship | $2,000 |
| Individual | Scholarship | $2,000 |
| Individual | Scholarship | $2,000 |
| Tomball Police Department | General operating support | $2,000 |
| Individual | Scholarship | $2,000 |
| Cy-Fair Houston Chamber of Commerce Inc | Educational purposes | $1,950 |
| Be A Resource for CPS Kids | General operating support | $1,600 |
| Alief Isd | Educational purposes | $1,000 |
| Individual | Scholarship | $1,000 |
| Individual | Scholarship | $1,000 |
| Individual | Scholarship | $1,000 |
| Individual | Scholarship | $1,000 |
| Individual | Scholarship | $1,000 |
| Individual | Scholarship | $1,000 |
| Individual | Scholarship | $1,000 |
| Tomball Lions Club Charities | Educational purposes | $1,000 |
| Fire Outreach of Houston | General operating support | $800 |
| Lowery Elementary | Educational purposes | $500 |
| Sunshine Kids Foundation | Educational purposes | $500 |
| Woodcreek Middle School | Educational purposes | $100 |
Officers and trustees
- TJ Tijerina
- Jennifer Kilgore
- Edgar Barraza
- Timika Simmons
- Delores Jones
- Dr Steven Walker
- Julie Eisenhauer
Questions people ask
Does First Community Cares Foundation accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications, with this on deadlines: Events: 30 days in advance of your event. Scholarships: apply mid-august through late january.
How much does First Community Cares Foundation give?
$240,250 in tax year 2024, across 37 grants, with a typical grant of $2,000.
Who runs First Community Cares Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists TJ Tijerina (Chairman), Jennifer Kilgore (Secretary), Edgar Barraza (Treasurer) and Timika Simmons (Member) among 7 officers and trustees.
What does First Community Cares Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, health and youth programs.