Paul L Foster Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Paul L Foster Family Foundation is a private foundation in El Paso, Texas. In tax year 2024 it gave $4.0 million in 21 grants; the typical grant was $22,700 and the largest $300,000. 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$4.0 million
- Number of grants21
- Typical grant$22,700
- Largest grant$300,000
- Assets$13.2 million
- New grantees71%
Giving in 2024 was up from $573,102 the year before.
71% of its 2024 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 | $573,102 | 9 | $17.8 million |
| 2024 | $4.0 million | 21 | $13.2 million |
How to apply
Paul L Foster Family 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 Paul L Foster Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to Texas.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Texas | 19 | $1.1 million |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $25,000 |
| Colorado | 1 | $22,700 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Paso del Norte Childrens Development Center | General support | $300,000 |
| Amigo Airsho Inc | General support | $256,824 |
| Paso del Norte Community Foundation | Epma star ceiling project | $110,000 |
| El Paso Matters | Grant for operational support | $100,000 |
| El Pasoans Fighting Hunger | General support | $100,000 |
| The University of Texas at El Paso | Climb higher fund | $90,000 |
| American National Red Cross | General support | $25,000 |
| Texas Tech Foundation Inc | Donation: weather station project | $25,000 |
| Stars Scholarship Fund | Scholarship grant contribution | $23,500 |
| Texas Business Hall of Fame Foundation | Tbhf 2024 annual induction dinner table sponsorship | $23,000 |
| Aspen Valley Hospital Foundation | General support | $22,700 |
| The Opera Company Inc | Grant donation | $15,000 |
| El Paso Community Foundation | Sponsorship for the 2024 plaza classic film festival | $10,000 |
| Hospice of El Paso Inc | Heart of hospice gala bronze sponsorship | $9,756 |
| El Paso TNR Inc | Grant awarded for trap neuter return | $5,000 |
| Law N Paws | General support | $5,000 |
| Boys & Girls Clubs of El Paso | General support | $4,730 |
| El Paso Holocaust Museum & Study Center | Flights & bites sponsorship | $4,480 |
| Make A Wish Foundation of North Texas | Wish night el paso 2024 silver sponsorship | $3,864 |
| El Paso Veterinary Medical Association | General support | $2,500 |
| Girl Scouts of the Desert Southwest | General support | $2,500 |
Officers and trustees
- Paul L Foster
- Alejandra de la Vega Foster
- Evelyn Janssen
- Brant Chandler
- Scott Weaver
- Kassandra R Foster Nava
Questions people ask
Does Paul L Foster Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Paul L Foster Family Foundation give?
$4.0 million in tax year 2024, across 21 grants, with a typical grant of $22,700.
Who runs Paul L Foster Family Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Paul L Foster (President/Director), Alejandra de la Vega Foster (Vice President/Director), Evelyn Janssen (Vice President/Director) and Brant Chandler (Vice President/Director) among 6 officers and trustees.
What does Paul L Foster Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly youth programs, community development and education.