Frances Maddox Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Frances Maddox Foundation is a private foundation in Amarillo, Texas. In tax year 2025 it gave $296,000 in 23 grants; the typical grant was $13,000 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$296,000
- Number of grants23
- Typical grant$13,000
- Largest grant$25,000
- Assets$6.3 million
- New grantees9%
Giving in 2025 was up from $276,000 the year before.
9% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, so most of its money goes to organizations it already funds.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $282,000 | 19 | $5.7 million |
| 2024 | $276,000 | 23 | $5.9 million |
| 2025 | $296,000 | 23 | $6.3 million |
How to apply
Frances Maddox 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 Frances Maddox Foundation funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in Texas.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Texas | 23 | $296,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Panhandle Paws of Hope | Support | $25,000 |
| The Bridge | Support | $25,000 |
| The Parc | Support | $20,000 |
| Eveline's Sunshine Cottage | Support | $18,000 |
| The Maverick Boys and Girls Club | Support | $15,500 |
| Amarillo Area Casa | Support | $15,000 |
| Downtown Women's Center | Support | $15,000 |
| Life Challenge Amarillo | Support | $15,000 |
| Pets Low Cost Spay & Neuter Clinic | Support | $15,000 |
| Wild West Wildlife | Support | $15,000 |
| Amarillo SPCA | Support | $13,000 |
| Friends of Aj Swope | Support | $13,000 |
| Family Support Services of Amarillo | Support | $12,500 |
| Amarillo Angels | Support | $10,000 |
| Another Chance House | Support | $10,000 |
| High Plains Food Bank | Support | $10,000 |
| Martha's Home | Support | $10,000 |
| Sharing Hope Minitry | Support | $8,000 |
| Don Harrington Discovery Center | Support | $7,500 |
| The Turn Center | Support | $7,500 |
| Transformation Park | Support | $6,000 |
| Catholic Charities of the Texas Pan | Support for interfaith hunger projec | $5,000 |
| Hope Lives Here | Support | $5,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Tamme Aureli
- Linda Cunyus
- Candy Wilbur
Questions people ask
Does Frances Maddox Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Frances Maddox Foundation give?
$296,000 in tax year 2025, across 23 grants, with a typical grant of $13,000.
Who runs Frances Maddox Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Tamme Aureli (President), Linda Cunyus (Secretary/Tr) and Candy Wilbur (Director).
What does Frances Maddox Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly animals, environment and conservation and human services.