Mark and Tracie Monroe Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Mark and Tracie Monroe Family Foundation is a private foundation in Austin, Texas. In tax year 2025 it gave $262,504 in 24 grants; the typical grant was $3,750 and the largest $100,000. 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$262,504
- Number of grants24
- Typical grant$3,750
- Largest grant$100,000
- Assets$5.3 million
- New grantees21%
Giving in 2025 was up from $199,500 the year before.
21% 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 | $71,500 | 38 | $4.3 million |
| 2024 | $199,500 | 38 | $4.9 million |
| 2025 | $262,504 | 24 | $5.3 million |
How to apply
Mark and Tracie Monroe Family 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 Mark and Tracie Monroe Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 7 states, the most to Texas.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Texas | 8 | $196,504 |
| Oregon | 10 | $46,500 |
| Oklahoma | 2 | $11,000 |
| Virginia | 1 | $5,000 |
| Ohio | 1 | $1,500 |
| California | 1 | $1,000 |
| New York | 1 | $1,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Dell Childrens Foundation | Neonatal intensive care unit | $100,000 |
| University of Texas | General support for UT Medical Center | $50,000 |
| Austin Smiles | General Support | $20,000 |
| Austin Zoo | $10,000 for care of animals and $7,500 general support | $17,500 |
| Rahabs Sisters | General support | $15,000 |
| OU Foundation | Harold Hamm Diabetes Center | $10,000 |
| Kinship House | General support | $10,000 |
| Horatio Alger Association | Educational contribution | $5,000 |
| Bike Loud PDX | General support | $5,000 |
| Write Around Portland | General support | $5,000 |
| MD Anderson Cancer Center | General support | $5,000 |
| Providence Portland Medical Fdtn | General support | $5,000 |
| Caritas of Austin | General support | $2,500 |
| P Ear | General support | $2,000 |
| Glencoe Elementary PTA | General support | $1,500 |
| First Tee of Canton | General support | $1,500 |
| Bee Cave Elementary PTO | General support | $1,004 |
| USAHello | General support | $1,000 |
| Lymphatic Education Research Net | General support | $1,000 |
| Fb4K Portland Inc | General support | $1,000 |
| Community Initiatives | Bike Bus World | $1,000 |
| Umbrella | Strong Towns PDX | $1,000 |
| Continental Resources Community Fd | General support | $1,000 |
| Bat Conservation International | General support | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- Mark Monroe
- Tracie Monroe
- Ashley Monroe
- Casady Monroe
Questions people ask
Does Mark and Tracie Monroe Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Mark and Tracie Monroe Family Foundation give?
$262,504 in tax year 2025, across 24 grants, with a typical grant of $3,750.
Who runs Mark and Tracie Monroe Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Mark Monroe (President and Director), Tracie Monroe (Secretary and Director), Ashley Monroe (Director) and Casady Monroe (Director).
What does Mark and Tracie Monroe Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly health and education.