Mary B & James K Jennings Charitable Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Mary B & James K Jennings Charitable Foundation is a private foundation in Houston, Texas. In tax year 2025 it gave $11,750 in 7 grants; the typical grant was $900 and the largest $5,000. 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$11,750
- Number of grants7
- Typical grant$900
- Largest grant$5,000
- Assets$289,792
- New grantees71%
Giving in 2025 was up from $3,700 the year before.
71% 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 | $4,950 | 4 | $230,977 |
| 2024 | $3,700 | 3 | $236,557 |
| 2025 | $11,750 | 7 | $289,792 |
How to apply
Mary B & James K Jennings Charitable 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 Mary B & James K Jennings Charitable Foundation funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in Texas.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Texas | 7 | $11,750 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Houston Methodist Hospital Foundation | General Support | $5,000 |
| Trinity Episcopal School | General Support | $3,000 |
| Texas Children's Hospital | General Support | $1,000 |
| ReMind | General Support | $900 |
| Camp Allen | General Support | $850 |
| Post Oak Little League | General Support | $500 |
| Neil-Cochran House Museum | General Support | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- James K Jennings Jr
- Elizabeth Jennings Mackie
- James K Jennings III
- Mary B Jennings
Questions people ask
Does Mary B & James K Jennings Charitable Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Mary B & James K Jennings Charitable Foundation give?
$11,750 in tax year 2025, across 7 grants, with a typical grant of $900.
Who runs Mary B & James K Jennings Charitable Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists James K Jennings Jr (President), Elizabeth Jennings Mackie (Vice President), James K Jennings III (Vice President) and Mary B Jennings (Secretary).
What does Mary B & James K Jennings Charitable Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, health and youth programs.