Megara Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Megara Foundation is a private foundation in Houston, Texas. In tax year 2025 it gave $92,000 in 6 grants; the typical grant was $10,000 and the largest $50,000. 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$92,000
- Number of grants6
- Typical grant$10,000
- Largest grant$50,000
- Assets$2.1 million
- New grantees33%
Giving in 2025 was up from $90,000 the year before.
33% 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 | $86,400 | 5 | $2.0 million |
| 2024 | $90,000 | 6 | $2.0 million |
| 2025 | $92,000 | 6 | $2.1 million |
How to apply
Megara 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 Megara Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its US grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to New York. It also paid $60,000 in 2 grants to recipients outside the US.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 3 | $27,000 |
| Texas | 1 | $5,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Entreprendre Pour Aider | General support | $50,000 |
| The Art Therapy Project | General support | $10,000 |
| Funeyca | General support | $10,000 |
| Dance for PD | General support | $10,000 |
| Museum of Modern Art | The access program | $7,000 |
| Vita Living | Art and music therapy programs | $5,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Francois Letaconnoux
- Molly K Wurzer
- Denise M Stoner
Questions people ask
Does Megara Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Megara Foundation give?
$92,000 in tax year 2025, across 6 grants, with a typical grant of $10,000.
Who runs Megara Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Francois Letaconnoux (Director, President), Molly K Wurzer (Director,secretary-Treas.) and Denise M Stoner (Director, Vice President).
What does Megara Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly international and arts and culture.