Inman Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Inman Foundation is a private foundation in Austin, Texas. In tax year 2025 it gave $141,200 in 28 grants; the typical grant was $2,500 and the largest $63,500. 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$141,200
- Number of grants28
- Typical grant$2,500
- Largest grant$63,500
- Assets$3.2 million
- New grantees57%
Giving in 2025 was up from $124,825 the year before.
57% 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 | $118,615 | 19 | $2.7 million |
| 2024 | $124,825 | 25 | $3.0 million |
| 2025 | $141,200 | 28 | $3.2 million |
How to apply
Inman 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 Inman Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 8 states, the most to Texas.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Texas | 18 | $110,200 |
| California | 1 | $10,000 |
| Maryland | 3 | $7,000 |
| Virginia | 2 | $6,000 |
| Washington | 1 | $5,000 |
| Florida | 1 | $1,000 |
| Michigan | 1 | $1,000 |
| New York | 1 | $1,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| The University of Texas at Austin | Education | $63,500 |
| California Institute of Technology | Art exhibition & education | $10,000 |
| Central Texas Food Bank | To nourish hungry people and lead the community in the fight against hunger | $7,500 |
| Center for Excellence in Education | Education | $5,000 |
| Central Texas Public Safety Commission | Bring together community leaders to strengthen public safety across central texas. | $5,000 |
| Cystic Fibrosis Foundation | Fund lifesaving research & work to provide access to quality care & treatment for cf | $5,000 |
| Key to Change | Change community through music and education | $5,000 |
| Zach Theatre Capital Campaign | Fostering artistic education & expression | $5,000 |
| Caritas of Austin | Provide assistance to the needy and homeless | $3,500 |
| Helping Hand Home for Children | To provide a nuturing and therapeutic home for children and to restore each child to a healthy family setting | $3,500 |
| University of Texas at Dallas | Education | $3,500 |
| Samaritan Center | To provide mental health and well-being services to the most vulnerable in our community | $3,000 |
| Huston-Tillotson University | Education | $2,500 |
| Lifespace Foundation | Improving lives of the people in community | $2,500 |
| Rainforest Partnership | Protect and regenerate tropical rainforests | $2,500 |
| Tyler Junior College Foundation | Education | $2,500 |
| Austin PBS | Provides content and services that educate, entertain, and inspire our central texas community | $1,200 |
| Adl | Fight antisemitism, combat extremism, and disrupt threats | $1,000 |
| Friends of Ford | Make possible other activities complimenting the gerald r ford museum | $1,000 |
| Hospice Austin | Service to terminally ill and bereaved persons | $1,000 |
| Humanities Texas | Advancing education and cultural understanding | $1,000 |
| Naval Aviation Museum Foundation | Display historic naval aviation & educate | $1,000 |
| Navy Seal Foundation | Supporting and sustaining the physical and mental health of nsw service members, veterans, and families | $1,000 |
| St James School | Education | $1,000 |
| Texas State History Museum Foundation | Raise private funds to support the texas state histo | $1,000 |
| The James Dick FD for the Performing Arts | Music institute for aspiring young musicians | $1,000 |
| United States Naval Institute | Advance knowledge in the art of naval & maritime intelligence | $1,000 |
| Council on At-Risk Youth | Helping youth promote safe schools and safe communities | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- Bobby R Inman
- Thomas C Inman
- William C Inman
- Nancy Inman
Questions people ask
Does Inman Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Inman Foundation give?
$141,200 in tax year 2025, across 28 grants, with a typical grant of $2,500.
Who runs Inman Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Bobby R Inman (President/Treasurer), Thomas C Inman (Vice President), William C Inman (Vice President) and Nancy Inman (Secretary).
What does Inman Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, arts and culture and science and research.