Pats Legacy
Preselected recipients only
Pats Legacy is a private foundation in Round Top, Texas. In tax year 2024 it gave $89,500 in 17 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 and the largest $10,000. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$89,500
- Number of grants17
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$10,000
- Assets$2.1 million
- New grantees19%
Giving in 2024 was up from $78,500 the year before.
19% of its 2024 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 | $78,500 | 16 | $1.8 million |
| 2024 | $89,500 | 17 | $2.1 million |
How to apply
Pats Legacy 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 Pats Legacy funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 7 states, the most to Texas.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Texas | 7 | $44,000 |
| California | 3 | $15,000 |
| New York | 2 | $10,000 |
| North Dakota | 2 | $8,500 |
| Wyoming | 1 | $5,000 |
| Oregon | 1 | $3,500 |
| Virginia | 1 | $3,500 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Hospice Brazos Valley | Social services | $10,000 |
| Central Texas Food Bank | Social services | $9,000 |
| Austin Pets Alive | Social services | $5,000 |
| Austin Smiles | Social services | $5,000 |
| Dog Is My Copilot | Social services | $5,000 |
| Humane Society of Houston | Social services | $5,000 |
| National Audubon Society | Social services | $5,000 |
| National Search Dog Foundation | Social services | $5,000 |
| Peaceful Valley Donkey Rescue | Social services | $5,000 |
| Restoration Ranch | Social services | $5,000 |
| Return to Freedom Wild Horse Sanctuary | Social services | $5,000 |
| The Sato Project | Social services | $5,000 |
| Ticket to Dream | Social services | $5,000 |
| Turtle Mountain Animal Rescue | Social services | $5,000 |
| Nature Conservancy | Social services | $3,500 |
| Oregan Humane Society | Social services | $3,500 |
| Turtle Mountain Animal Rescue | Social services | $3,500 |
Officers and trustees
- Shannon Simar
- Suzanne Simar
- Kristen Simar
- Tanya Faulkner
Questions people ask
Does Pats Legacy accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Pats Legacy give?
$89,500 in tax year 2024, across 17 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs Pats Legacy?
Its 2024 filing lists Shannon Simar (President, V.P., Director,), Suzanne Simar (Director, Secretary), Kristen Simar (Director) and Tanya Faulkner (Director).
What does Pats Legacy fund?
Based on its grants, mainly human services, animals and environment and conservation.