John B and Ethel Templeton Fund
Preselected recipients only
John B and Ethel Templeton Fund is a private foundation in Austin, Texas. In tax year 2025 it gave $48,594 in 14 grants; the typical grant was $2,500 and the largest $5,000. 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$48,594
- Number of grants14
- Typical grant$2,500
- Largest grant$5,000
- Assets$1.2 million
- New grantees10%
Giving in 2025 was up from $45,728 the year before.
10% 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 | $42,228 | 13 | $946,370 |
| 2024 | $45,728 | 14 | $1.0 million |
| 2025 | $48,594 | 14 | $1.2 million |
How to apply
John B and Ethel Templeton Fund 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 B and Ethel Templeton Fund funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to Texas.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Texas | 12 | $41,094 |
| Pennsylvania | 1 | $5,000 |
| California | 1 | $2,500 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Individual | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Friedreich's Ataxia Research Allian | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Individual | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Out Youth Inc | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Dell Children's Foundation | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Central Texas Food Bank | Charitable | $3,594 |
| Rutledge Cancer Foundation | Charitable | $2,500 |
| The Bakari Foundation | Charitable | $2,500 |
| Round Rock Area Serving Center | Charitable | $2,500 |
| Pop Up Birthday Foundation | Charitable | $2,500 |
| Individual | Charitable | $2,500 |
| Austin Diaper Bank | Charitable | $2,500 |
| Down Home Ranch | Charitable | $2,500 |
| Individual | Charitable | $2,500 |
Officers and trustees
- John Templeton
- Sarah Templeton
Questions people ask
Does John B and Ethel Templeton Fund accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does John B and Ethel Templeton Fund give?
$48,594 in tax year 2025, across 14 grants, with a typical grant of $2,500.
Who runs John B and Ethel Templeton Fund?
Its 2025 filing lists John Templeton (President) and Sarah Templeton (Secretary).
What does John B and Ethel Templeton Fund fund?
Based on its grants, mainly youth programs.