Matthews Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Matthews Family Foundation is a private foundation in San Antonio, Texas. In tax year 2025 it gave $127,800 in 26 grants; the typical grant was $3,500 and the largest $10,500. 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$127,800
- Number of grants26
- Typical grant$3,500
- Largest grant$10,500
- Assets$2.5 million
- New grantees27%
Giving in 2025 was up from $120,000 the year before.
27% 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 | $102,866 | 35 | $2.1 million |
| 2024 | $120,000 | 30 | $2.4 million |
| 2025 | $127,800 | 26 | $2.5 million |
How to apply
Matthews 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 Matthews Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 7 states, the most to Alabama.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Alabama | 14 | $53,800 |
| Texas | 6 | $26,000 |
| Pennsylvania | 2 | $21,000 |
| Illinois | 1 | $10,500 |
| Louisiana | 1 | $10,500 |
| New Jersey | 1 | $3,500 |
| Tennessee | 1 | $2,500 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Harry Tompson Center | Human welfare | $10,500 |
| National Immigrant Justice Center | Human welfare | $10,500 |
| The Attic Youth Center | Human welfare | $10,500 |
| Women's Law Project | Human welfare | $10,500 |
| Family Violence Prevention Services Inc | Human welfare | $10,000 |
| YMCA Camp Cosby | Human welfare | $9,800 |
| Family Services San Antonio | Human welfare | $7,000 |
| Children's Harbor | Human welfare | $4,667 |
| Children's of Alabama Foundation | Human welfare | $4,667 |
| Hand in Paw | Human welfare | $4,666 |
| Alabama Institute for the Deaf and Blind Foundation | Human welfare | $3,500 |
| Children's Hospital Children's Behavioral Health Ireland Center | Human welfare | $3,500 |
| Endo Excision for All Co Nicole Notar | Human welfare | $3,500 |
| Oasis - A Haven for Women and Children | Human welfare | $3,500 |
| The Women's Foundation of Alabama | Human welfare | $3,500 |
| Transformation Ministries | Human welfare | $3,500 |
| United Ability | Human welfare | $3,500 |
| United Way of Central Alabama | Human welfare | $3,500 |
| Meals on Wheels San Antonio | Human welfare | $3,000 |
| Planned Parenthood Gulf Coast Inc | Human welfare | $3,000 |
| Better Basics | Human welfare | $2,500 |
| Snack Pack Ministry - Ebcoc | Human welfare | $2,500 |
| Snack Pack for Kids | Human welfare | $2,000 |
| Temple Beth-El | Human welfare | $1,800 |
| Mason Music Foundation | Human welfare | $1,200 |
| Alamo Heights School Foundation | Human welfare | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Cecilia Matthews
- David C Matthews
- Graham W Matthews
- Wilson H Matthews
Questions people ask
Does Matthews Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Matthews Family Foundation give?
$127,800 in tax year 2025, across 26 grants, with a typical grant of $3,500.
Who runs Matthews Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Cecilia Matthews (Trustee), David C Matthews (Trustee), Graham W Matthews (Trustee) and Wilson H Matthews (Trustee).
What does Matthews Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly youth programs, human services and faith communities.