James B Kisgen Foundation
Preselected recipients only
James B Kisgen Foundation is a private foundation in Fair Oaks, Texas. In tax year 2025 it gave $18,000 in 9 grants; the typical grant was $1,000 and the largest $7,000. 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$18,000
- Number of grants9
- Typical grant$1,000
- Largest grant$7,000
- Assets$410,504
- New grantees11%
Giving in 2025 was up from $14,700 the year before.
11% 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 | $15,000 | 9 | $316,824 |
| 2024 | $14,700 | 9 | $363,287 |
| 2025 | $18,000 | 9 | $410,504 |
How to apply
James B Kisgen 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.
Foundation website IRS filings on ProPublica
What James B Kisgen Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 6 states, the most to Colorado.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Colorado | 1 | $7,000 |
| Iowa | 1 | $5,000 |
| Texas | 3 | $3,500 |
| Massachusetts | 2 | $1,500 |
| California | 1 | $500 |
| Illinois | 1 | $500 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Daring Girls | General fund | $7,000 |
| Carroll Kuemper | General fund | $5,000 |
| Natural Womanhood | General fund | $2,000 |
| St Peter the Apostle Catholic Churc | General fund | $1,000 |
| Fund for Xaverian | General fund | $1,000 |
| Woodlawn Foundation | General fund | $500 |
| Ursuline Academy | General fund | $500 |
| Midtown Education Fund | General fund | $500 |
| KIPP Foundation | General fund | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- James Kisgen
- Douglas Kisgen
- Darren Kisgen
Questions people ask
Does James B Kisgen Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does James B Kisgen Foundation give?
$18,000 in tax year 2025, across 9 grants, with a typical grant of $1,000.
Who runs James B Kisgen Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists James Kisgen (President), Douglas Kisgen (VP & Sec) and Darren Kisgen (Treasurer).
What does James B Kisgen Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education.