John & Florence Newman Foundation
Preselected recipients only
John & Florence Newman Foundation is a private foundation in San Antonio, Texas. In tax year 2024 it gave $1.0 million in 32 grants; the typical grant was $25,000 and the largest $100,000. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$1.0 million
- Number of grants32
- Typical grant$25,000
- Largest grant$100,000
- Assets$29.6 million
- New grantees41%
Giving in 2024 was down from $1.1 million the year before.
41% of its 2024 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 | $1.1 million | 27 | $28.1 million |
| 2024 | $1.0 million | 32 | $29.6 million |
How to apply
John & Florence Newman 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 John & Florence Newman Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to Texas.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Texas | 30 | $841,650 |
| New York | 1 | $100,000 |
| Rhode Island | 1 | $90,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| San Antonio Area Foundation | General | $100,000 |
| The Independent Production Fund Inc | Alchemy documentary | $100,000 |
| The Ann and John Newman Family Fund | General | $90,000 |
| The Sarah Roberts French Home | General | $75,150 |
| Planned Parenthood South Texas | Covid challenge | $75,000 |
| San Antonio Report | San antonio cityfest | $60,000 |
| Hill Country Alliance | Roots and reach initiative | $50,000 |
| Bandera Canyonlands Alliance | General | $45,000 |
| Texas Public Radio | General | $45,000 |
| City Education Partners | General | $33,000 |
| Arboretum San Antonio | General | $30,000 |
| The Nonprofit Council | General | $30,000 |
| Friends of Hondo Canyon | General | $25,000 |
| Paine Webber - Landa Gardens Conservancy | General | $25,000 |
| Project Bloom | General | $25,000 |
| San Antonio Book Festival | General | $25,000 |
| St Lukes Episcopal School | General | $25,000 |
| The Holdsworth Center | Champions of hope | $25,000 |
| The University of Texas Law School Fund | 1975 class scholarship | $25,000 |
| United Way of San Antonio and Bexar County | Tocqueville society | $25,000 |
| Saisd Foundation | General | $20,000 |
| Brackenridge Park Conversancy | General | $15,000 |
| Interfaith Welcome Coalition | General | $10,000 |
| Monte Vista Historical Association | General | $10,000 |
| Temple Beth-El | General | $10,000 |
| YWCA | Women of influence luncheon | $10,000 |
| Orion Research and Management Services | Operations | $5,000 |
| Snipsa | General | $5,000 |
| Texas Biomedical Forum | Decor & floral sponsor | $5,000 |
| Texas Cavaliers Charitable Foundation | General | $5,000 |
| San Antonio Botanical Garden | Professional development | $2,500 |
| Jewish Federation of San Antonio | General | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Guillermina Lopez
- Ann J Newman
- John E Newman Jr
- Olivia B Newman
- Juliana E Newman
Questions people ask
Does John & Florence Newman Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does John & Florence Newman Foundation give?
$1.0 million in tax year 2024, across 32 grants, with a typical grant of $25,000.
Who runs John & Florence Newman Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Guillermina Lopez (Assistant Secretary), Ann J Newman (Vice President & Secretary), John E Newman Jr (President & Treasurer) and Olivia B Newman (Director) among 5 officers and trustees.
What does John & Florence Newman Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, environment and conservation and faith communities.