Meece McDowell Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Meece McDowell Foundation is a private foundation in Dallas, Texas. In tax year 2025 it gave $81,000 in 10 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 and the largest $20,000. 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$81,000
- Number of grants10
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$20,000
- Assets$1.5 million
- New grantees40%
Giving in 2025 was up from $59,700 the year before.
40% 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 | $60,000 | 7 | $1.3 million |
| 2024 | $59,700 | 9 | $1.3 million |
| 2025 | $81,000 | 10 | $1.5 million |
How to apply
Meece McDowell 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 Meece McDowell Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 6 states, the most to Illinois.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Illinois | 5 | $56,000 |
| Vermont | 1 | $10,000 |
| New Mexico | 1 | $5,000 |
| Texas | 1 | $5,000 |
| Colorado | 1 | $2,500 |
| Virginia | 1 | $2,500 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Sidell Fire and Rescue | General and unrestricted | $20,000 |
| Danville Area Community College Fou | General and unrestricted | $17,500 |
| Village of Sidell Water Works | General and unrestricted | $10,000 |
| White River Christian Camp | General and unrestricted | $10,000 |
| Friends of Mountain Air Animal Resc | General and unrestricted | $5,000 |
| Momentus Institute | General and unrestricted | $5,000 |
| Sidell United Methodist Church | General and unrestricted | $5,000 |
| Vermillion County Animal Shelter | General and unrestricted | $3,500 |
| Now I Lay Me Down to Sleep | General and unrestricted | $2,500 |
| Sjogrens Foundation | General and unrestricted | $2,500 |
Officers and trustees
- Jeffrey S Partenheimer
- Minerva Partenheimer
Questions people ask
Does Meece McDowell Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Meece McDowell Foundation give?
$81,000 in tax year 2025, across 10 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs Meece McDowell Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Jeffrey S Partenheimer (President) and Minerva Partenheimer (Vice-Preside).
What does Meece McDowell Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities and animals.