John L Nau III Foundation
Preselected recipients only
John L Nau III Foundation is a private foundation in Houston, Texas. In tax year 2024 it gave $3.7 million in 5 grants; the typical grant was $301,532 and the largest $2.7 million. 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$3.7 million
- Number of grants5
- Typical grant$301,532
- Largest grant$2.7 million
- Assets$34.8 million
- New grantees0%
Giving in 2024 was down from $4.9 million the year before.
0% of its 2024 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 | $4.9 million | 5 | $11.6 million |
| 2024 | $3.7 million | 5 | $34.8 million |
How to apply
John L Nau III 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 L Nau III Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to District of Columbia.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| District of Columbia | 1 | $2.7 million |
| Virginia | 2 | $703,024 |
| Texas | 2 | $350,269 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| National Park Foundation | Education | $2.7 million |
| The College Foundation of Uva | Education | $401,492 |
| University of Virginia | Education | $301,532 |
| The Ut Foundation | Education | $200,000 |
| Sul Ross Borderland Research | Education | $150,269 |
Officers and trustees
- John L Nau III
- Elizabeth Nau Stepanian
- Victoria Nau Johnson
- Robert Boblitt
Questions people ask
Does John L Nau III Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does John L Nau III Foundation give?
$3.7 million in tax year 2024, across 5 grants, with a typical grant of $301,532.
Who runs John L Nau III Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists John L Nau III (President, Director), Elizabeth Nau Stepanian (Director), Victoria Nau Johnson (Director) and Robert Boblitt (Secretary, Director).
What does John L Nau III Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education.