James K Ferguson Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
James K Ferguson Foundation Inc is a private foundation in West Lake Hills, Texas. In tax year 2025 it gave $78,000 in 16 grants; the typical grant was $4,000 and the largest $13,000. 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$78,000
- Number of grants16
- Typical grant$4,000
- Largest grant$13,000
- Assets$1.7 million
- New grantees60%
Giving in 2025 was up from $67,200 the year before.
60% 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 | $52,300 | 13 | $1.2 million |
| 2024 | $67,200 | 14 | $1.4 million |
| 2025 | $78,000 | 16 | $1.7 million |
How to apply
James K Ferguson Foundation Inc 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.
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 8 states, the most to Maryland.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Maryland | 5 | $22,000 |
| Colorado | 3 | $21,000 |
| Texas | 2 | $11,500 |
| California | 2 | $9,000 |
| Illinois | 1 | $5,000 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $4,000 |
| New York | 1 | $4,000 |
| Montana | 1 | $1,500 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Fishing the Good Fight Inc | Charity | $13,000 |
| Individual | Charity | $9,000 |
| Project Night Night | Charity | $5,000 |
| Individual | Charity | $5,000 |
| Individual | Charity | $5,000 |
| Individual | Charity | $5,000 |
| The Community Market | Charity | $5,000 |
| Individual | Charity | $4,000 |
| Individual | Charity | $4,000 |
| Single Mom Project | Charity | $4,000 |
| CF Foundation | Charity | $4,000 |
| Meridian International Center | Charity | $4,000 |
| Food Bank for New York City | Charity | $4,000 |
| Lucky Day Animal Rescue | Charity | $3,000 |
| The Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Ce | Charity | $2,500 |
| Tibetan Language Institute | Charity | $1,500 |
Officers and trustees
- James K Ferguson
- Suzanne Ferguson
- Joseph Ferguson
Questions people ask
Does James K Ferguson Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does James K Ferguson Foundation Inc give?
$78,000 in tax year 2025, across 16 grants, with a typical grant of $4,000.
Who runs James K Ferguson Foundation Inc?
Its 2025 filing lists James K Ferguson (President), Suzanne Ferguson (Director) and Joseph Ferguson (Director).