Kristie Lee Tautenhahn Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Kristie Lee Tautenhahn Foundation is a private foundation in Corpus Christi, Texas. In tax year 2024 it gave $48,500 in 19 grants; the typical grant was $2,000 and the largest $6,000. 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$48,500
- Number of grants19
- Typical grant$2,000
- Largest grant$6,000
- Assets$521,274
- New grantees26%
Giving in 2024 was up from $35,000 the year before.
26% of its 2024 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a mix of repeat and new grantees.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | $40,500 | 21 | $520,919 |
| 2023 | $35,000 | 19 | $506,157 |
| 2024 | $48,500 | 19 | $521,274 |
How to apply
Kristie Lee Tautenhahn 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 Kristie Lee Tautenhahn Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 6 states, the most to Texas.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Texas | 14 | $31,000 |
| Maryland | 1 | $6,000 |
| Florida | 1 | $4,000 |
| California | 1 | $3,000 |
| Minnesota | 1 | $3,000 |
| North Carolina | 1 | $1,500 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Lutheran World Reflief | Charitable | $6,000 |
| Magnificat Houses Inc | Charitable | $5,000 |
| K9 Warriors | Charitable | $4,000 |
| Bay Area Habitat for Humanity | Charitable | $3,500 |
| Safe Space | Charitable | $3,000 |
| Womens Home | Charitable | $3,000 |
| Gallien Lutheran Church | Charitable | $3,000 |
| The Food Group | Charitable | $3,000 |
| Heart of Texas Foundation | Charitable | $2,000 |
| Casa of the Coastal Bend | Charitable | $2,000 |
| St Joseph Church | Chartiable | $2,000 |
| Special Hearts in the Arts | Charitable | $2,000 |
| Kinsman Lutheran Church | Charitable | $1,500 |
| Trinity Lutheran Church | Charitable | $1,500 |
| Miller Theater | Charitable | $1,500 |
| Bararba Bush Library | Charitable | $1,500 |
| PAWS4PEOPLE Foundation | Charitable | $1,500 |
| Sinton Problem Solvers Assn | Charitable | $1,500 |
| Avondale | Charitable | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Kandace Wheeler
- Cassandra Suhr
- Helen Webb
- Maureen Sanders
Questions people ask
Does Kristie Lee Tautenhahn Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Kristie Lee Tautenhahn Foundation give?
$48,500 in tax year 2024, across 19 grants, with a typical grant of $2,000.
Who runs Kristie Lee Tautenhahn Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Kandace Wheeler (President), Cassandra Suhr (Vice Preside), Helen Webb (Secretary) and Maureen Sanders (Treasurer).
What does Kristie Lee Tautenhahn Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities and arts and culture.