Fostering Greatness Foundation
Accepts applications
Fostering Greatness Foundation is a private foundation in Leander, Texas. In tax year 2024 it gave $516,953 in 6 grants; the typical grant was $13,000 and the largest $411,000. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$516,953
- Number of grants6
- Typical grant$13,000
- Largest grant$411,000
- Assets$1,535
Giving in 2024 was down from $577,753 the year before.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 | $156,086 | 4 | $5,295 |
| 2022 | $65,977 | 3 | $204,205 |
| 2023 | $577,753 | 6 | $1,846 |
| 2024 | $516,953 | 6 | $1,535 |
How to apply
Its grants go to individuals, not organizations. Every grant in its 2024 filing was paid to an individual (for example a scholarship or assistance with costs), so it is not a funding prospect for a nonprofit.
| Contact | Fostering Greatness Foundation 146 Woodland Trail, Leander, TX 78641 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (877) 729-5247, sbawcom@fostering-greatness.com |
| What to submit | Send a request with name, address, email address, phone number, reason the assistance is needed, names and ages of dependents, education completed, skills and experience. |
| Restrictions | Restricted from countries identified by the USA as harboring terrorists and from people on the USA government's list of known terrorists. |
Foundation website IRS filings on ProPublica
What Fostering Greatness Foundation funds
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Individual | Support a raspberry farmer | $411,000 |
| Individual | Mgmt training + living exp | $67,100 |
| Individual | Family business support | $14,000 |
| Individual | Support of person and family | $12,000 |
| Individual | Support of person and family | $6,853 |
| Individual | Support of person and family | $6,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Susan K Bawcom
- David Bawcom
- Katrina Davidson
Questions people ask
Does Fostering Greatness Foundation accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications.
How much does Fostering Greatness Foundation give?
$516,953 in tax year 2024, across 6 grants, with a typical grant of $13,000.
Who runs Fostering Greatness Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Susan K Bawcom (President), David Bawcom (Vice Preside) and Katrina Davidson (Secretary/Tr).
What does Fostering Greatness Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly international.