Lorease & Ed Priesmeyer Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Lorease & Ed Priesmeyer Foundation is a private foundation in Huntsville, Texas. In tax year 2024 it gave $186,001 in 10 grants; the typical grant was $6,250 and the largest $95,000. 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$186,001
- Number of grants10
- Typical grant$6,250
- Largest grant$95,000
- Assets$4.1 million
- New grantees10%
Giving in 2024 was up from $179,389 the year before.
10% 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 | $179,389 | 11 | $3.9 million |
| 2024 | $186,001 | 10 | $4.1 million |
How to apply
Lorease & Ed Priesmeyer 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 Lorease & Ed Priesmeyer Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to Texas.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Texas | 9 | $181,001 |
| Arizona | 1 | $5,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Rice Cisd | Supplies, equip, | $95,000 |
| Texas A&m University | Fund scholarships | $45,000 |
| WCJC | Fund scholarships | $12,874 |
| University of Texas San Antonio | Fund scholarships | $10,000 |
| Texas State University | Fund scholarships | $7,500 |
| Grand Canyon University | Fund scholarships | $5,000 |
| Texas State Technical College | Fund scholarships | $3,127 |
| Blinn College | Fund scholarships | $2,500 |
| Shsu | Fund scholarships | $2,500 |
| University of Houston | Fund scholarships | $2,500 |
Officers and trustees
- Candyce F Dixon
- Bill Hefner
- Pamela Hugghins
Questions people ask
Does Lorease & Ed Priesmeyer Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Lorease & Ed Priesmeyer Foundation give?
$186,001 in tax year 2024, across 10 grants, with a typical grant of $6,250.
Who runs Lorease & Ed Priesmeyer Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Candyce F Dixon (Ceo/Board PR), Bill Hefner (Vice Preside) and Pamela Hugghins (Secretary/Tr).
What does Lorease & Ed Priesmeyer Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education.