McKetta Foundation
Preselected recipients only
McKetta Foundation is a private foundation in Austin, Texas. In tax year 2025 it gave $132,500 in 27 grants; the typical grant was $1,500 and the largest $75,000. 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$132,500
- Number of grants27
- Typical grant$1,500
- Largest grant$75,000
- Assets$1.7 million
- New grantees52%
Giving in 2025 was up from $74,000 the year before.
52% 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 | $61,500 | 26 | $1.4 million |
| 2024 | $74,000 | 27 | $1.5 million |
| 2025 | $132,500 | 27 | $1.7 million |
How to apply
McKetta 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 McKetta Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 11 states, the most to Pennsylvania.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Pennsylvania | 1 | $75,000 |
| Indiana | 1 | $10,000 |
| Texas | 5 | $9,750 |
| California | 2 | $7,500 |
| Washington | 7 | $7,250 |
| Virginia | 3 | $6,000 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $5,000 |
| New Mexico | 1 | $5,000 |
| New York | 2 | $3,000 |
| Oregon | 3 | $2,500 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| St Johns College | education | $75,000 |
| Trine University | education | $10,000 |
| ShelterBox USA | disaster relief | $6,000 |
| Friends of the Austin State Supported Living Center | disability services | $5,000 |
| Santa Fe Animal Shelter | animal welfare | $5,000 |
| World Central Kitchen Inc | hunger relief | $5,000 |
| Comfort Zone Camp | grief counseling | $3,000 |
| Casa Marianella | homeless shelter | $1,500 |
| Dave Thomas Foundation for Adoption | adoption services | $1,500 |
| Electronic Frontier Foundation | human rights | $1,500 |
| Full Circle Grief Center | mental health | $1,500 |
| Northwest Immigrant Rights Project | immigration rights | $1,500 |
| Sound Water Stewards | marine environment | $1,500 |
| The Salish Sea School | environment | $1,500 |
| Wnyc | public radio | $1,500 |
| Central Mission at Central Presbyterian Church | hunger relief | $1,500 |
| M4K Richmond Inc | human services | $1,500 |
| Medecins Sans Frontieres USA Inc | health care | $1,500 |
| National Network of Abortion Funds | health care access | $1,500 |
| Retired Faculty & Staff Assn University of Texas | education retirees | $1,000 |
| Bainbridge Schools Foundation | education | $750 |
| Helpline House | human services | $750 |
| National Coalition Against Domestic Violence | domestic violence shelters | $750 |
| National Court Appointed Special Advocate Association | child welfare | $750 |
| North Helpline | homeless prevention | $500 |
| Northwest Abortion Access Fund | health care access | $500 |
| Ocean Blue Project | environmental educationb | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- Sallie Sharp
- John J McKetta III
- John J McKetta IV
Questions people ask
Does McKetta Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does McKetta Foundation give?
$132,500 in tax year 2025, across 27 grants, with a typical grant of $1,500.
Who runs McKetta Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Sallie Sharp (Director & Vice President), John J McKetta III (Director & Secretary & Treasurer) and John J McKetta IV (Director & President).
What does McKetta Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, human services and food and hunger.