Les and Mary Puckett Childrens Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Les and Mary Puckett Childrens Foundation is a private foundation in Rockport, Texas. In tax year 2025 it gave $188,000 in 18 grants; the typical grant was $10,000 and the largest $30,000. 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$188,000
- Number of grants18
- Typical grant$10,000
- Largest grant$30,000
- Assets$1.8 million
- New grantees17%
Giving in 2025 was down from $225,000 the year before.
17% of its 2025 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $212,500 | 22 | $1.8 million |
| 2024 | $225,000 | 18 | $1.7 million |
| 2025 | $188,000 | 18 | $1.8 million |
How to apply
Les and Mary Puckett Childrens 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 Les and Mary Puckett Childrens Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to Texas.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Texas | 17 | $166,000 |
| Florida | 1 | $22,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Childrens Coalition of | Securityequipment | $30,000 |
| Fort Bend Childrens Discovery Ctr | General purpose | $30,000 |
| Campus Crusade for Christ | Childrensprogramming | $22,000 |
| Habitat for Humanity | To benefit familieswith children | $15,000 |
| Brazosport College | Academicscholarships | $10,000 |
| Cal Farleys | General purpose | $10,000 |
| Mo-Ranch | Scholarships | $10,000 |
| Texans on Mission - Texas Baptist Men | General purpose | $10,000 |
| Texas Lions Camp | Campscholarships | $10,000 |
| Texas Maritime Museum | Childrens camps | $10,000 |
| Wharton Co Junior College | Academicscholarships | $10,000 |
| Good Samaritans | Food insecurityfor families | $5,000 |
| East Fort Bend Human Needs Ministry | Food insecurityfor families | $5,000 |
| Craft Training Center of | Scholarships | $2,500 |
| Mid Coast Construction Academy | Scholarships | $2,500 |
| Aransas County Library | Childrens programming andbooks | $2,000 |
| Fairfield Library Association | Childrens programming &books | $2,000 |
| Friends of West Columbia Library | Childrens programming &books | $2,000 |
Officers and trustees
- J Steven Awalt
- Angela K Armstrong
- Mark Wallin
Questions people ask
Does Les and Mary Puckett Childrens Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Les and Mary Puckett Childrens Foundation give?
$188,000 in tax year 2025, across 18 grants, with a typical grant of $10,000.
Who runs Les and Mary Puckett Childrens Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists J Steven Awalt (President), Angela K Armstrong (Treasurer) and Mark Wallin (Secretary).
What does Les and Mary Puckett Childrens Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly youth programs, education and faith communities.