Looney-Montgomery Foundation
Accepts applications
Looney-Montgomery Foundation is a private foundation in Edinburg, Texas. In tax year 2025 it gave $15,850 in 9 grants; the typical grant was $1,000 and the largest $5,000. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$15,850
- Number of grants9
- Typical grant$1,000
- Largest grant$5,000
- Assets$462,189
- New grantees56%
Giving in 2025 was up from $9,600 the year before.
56% of its 2025 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 | $11,810 | 12 | $429,927 |
| 2024 | $9,600 | 7 | $452,244 |
| 2025 | $15,850 | 9 | $462,189 |
How to apply
| Contact | Carol L Looney PO Box 118, Edinburg, TX 78540-0118 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (956) 383-7032 |
| What to submit | A written statement, signed and dated stating reason for need and amount requested, and information relating to applicant. |
| Deadlines | 5-1 and 10-1 annually. Approval or rejection by 7-1 and 12-1 annually. |
| Restrictions | Principally lower rio grande valley and organizations impacting the area. |
What Looney-Montgomery Foundation funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in Texas.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Texas | 9 | $15,850 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Internation Museum of Art & Science | To assist with operating expenses | $5,000 |
| Palm Valley Animal Society | To assist with operating expenses | $3,000 |
| Museum of South Texas History | To assist with operating expenses | $2,400 |
| Valley Symphony Orchestra | To assist with operating expenses | $1,250 |
| Camp University | To assist with operating expenses | $1,000 |
| The Univ of Texas Rio Grande Valle | To assist with operating expenses | $1,000 |
| Easter Seals RGV | To assist with operating expenses | $1,000 |
| Driscoll Children's Hospital-Rgv | To assist with operating expenses | $1,000 |
| Salvation Army | To assist with operating expenses | $200 |
Officers and trustees
- Carol L Looney
- Courtney Looney
- Lorin Runnels
Questions people ask
Does Looney-Montgomery Foundation accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications, with this on deadlines: 5-1 and 10-1 annually. Approval or rejection by 7-1 and 12-1 annually.
How much does Looney-Montgomery Foundation give?
$15,850 in tax year 2025, across 9 grants, with a typical grant of $1,000.
Who runs Looney-Montgomery Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Carol L Looney (President), Courtney Looney (VP) and Lorin Runnels (VP).
What does Looney-Montgomery Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly arts and culture and youth programs.