Parks Bell Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Parks Bell Foundation is a private foundation in Midland, Texas. In tax year 2025 it gave $831,975 in 12 grants; the typical grant was $17,500 and the largest $585,000. 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$831,975
- Number of grants12
- Typical grant$17,500
- Largest grant$585,000
- Assets$5.7 million
- New grantees42%
Giving in 2025 was down from $1.3 million the year before.
42% 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 | $818,000 | 10 | $2.5 million |
| 2024 | $1.3 million | 12 | $4.0 million |
| 2025 | $831,975 | 12 | $5.7 million |
How to apply
Parks Bell 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 Parks Bell Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to Texas.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Texas | 10 | $816,975 |
| Virginia | 2 | $15,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Amy Bell Charities Inc | General support | $585,000 |
| Aqh Foundation | General support | $50,000 |
| Texas Tech Foundation Inc | West texas veterinary scholarship grant | $50,000 |
| Permian Basin Area Foundation | General support | $50,000 |
| Boss Mares Inc | General support | $25,000 |
| Trinity School Endowment | General support | $25,000 |
| Ncha Foundation | General support | $10,000 |
| Vrdur Foundation | General support | $10,000 |
| Christchurch School | General support | $10,000 |
| Amy Bell Sports Foundation Inc | General support | $6,975 |
| Childfund International | General support | $5,000 |
| National Cowgirl Museum | General support | $5,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Larry Bell
- Ellen Parks Bell
- Nicholas Scarafile
- Kara Bell
Questions people ask
Does Parks Bell Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Parks Bell Foundation give?
$831,975 in tax year 2025, across 12 grants, with a typical grant of $17,500.
Who runs Parks Bell Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Larry Bell (President), Ellen Parks Bell (Vice President), Nicholas Scarafile (Treasurer) and Kara Bell (Secretary, Director).
What does Parks Bell Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education.