First Federal Community Foundation
Preselected recipients only
First Federal Community Foundation is a private foundation in Paris, Texas. In tax year 2025 it gave $144,250 in 25 grants; the typical grant was $3,000 and the largest $25,000. 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$144,250
- Number of grants25
- Typical grant$3,000
- Largest grant$25,000
- Assets$4.7 million
- New grantees55%
Giving in 2025 was down from $226,500 the year before.
55% 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 | $132,900 | 22 | $3.7 million |
| 2024 | $226,500 | 25 | $4.1 million |
| 2025 | $144,250 | 25 | $4.7 million |
How to apply
First Federal Community 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 First Federal Community Foundation funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in Texas.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Texas | 25 | $144,250 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Preserving Historic Properties Inc | Charitable | $25,000 |
| United Way | Charitable | $18,000 |
| Downtown Food Pantry | Charitable | $10,000 |
| Paris Evergreen Cemetery Foundation | Charitable | $10,000 |
| Individual | Charitable | $10,000 |
| Children Advocacy Center of Paris | Charitable | $10,000 |
| Individual | Charitable | $7,500 |
| Red River County Historical Society | Charitable | $6,000 |
| Texas Bankers Foundation | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Red River Valley Veterans Memorial | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Abilene Christian University | Educational | $5,000 |
| Red River Vally Down Syndrome Socie | Charitable | $3,750 |
| Individual | Charitable | $3,000 |
| Hope Ministries of Northeast Texas | Charitable | $3,000 |
| Individual | Educational | $3,000 |
| Titus County Cares | Charitable | $2,500 |
| Lamar County Genealogical Society | Educational | $2,500 |
| Individual | Educational | $2,500 |
| Abandoned Black Cemetery Assn | Charitable | $2,500 |
| Special Catch Inc | Charitable | $2,500 |
| Red River Valley Boys and Girls Clu | Charitable | $2,500 |
| Special Olympics of Red River Count | Charitable | $2,000 |
| Paris Elks Lodge | Charitable | $1,500 |
| Boys Girls Club of RRV | Charitable | $1,000 |
| Judd's Pay It Forward Picnic | Charitable | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- Richard M Amis
- Tim Taylor
- E Sims Norment
Questions people ask
Does First Federal Community Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does First Federal Community Foundation give?
$144,250 in tax year 2025, across 25 grants, with a typical grant of $3,000.
Who runs First Federal Community Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Richard M Amis (Trustee), Tim Taylor (Trustee) and E Sims Norment (Trustee).
What does First Federal Community Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly environment and conservation, youth programs and education.