Pazera Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Pazera Family Foundation is a private foundation in Rockport, Texas. In tax year 2025 it gave $73,650 in 12 grants; the typical grant was $3,450 and the largest $22,500. 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$73,650
- Number of grants12
- Typical grant$3,450
- Largest grant$22,500
- Assets$7.5 million
- New grantees50%
Giving in 2025 was down from $202,504 the year before.
50% 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 | $171,000 | 15 | $4.8 million |
| 2024 | $202,504 | 10 | $5.9 million |
| 2025 | $73,650 | 12 | $7.5 million |
How to apply
Pazera 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 Pazera Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to Texas.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Texas | 7 | $46,900 |
| Colorado | 2 | $16,000 |
| North Carolina | 3 | $10,750 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| HRS True Hope | General support | $22,500 |
| Heart of the Hills | General support | $15,000 |
| Dragon Touchdown Club | General support | $10,000 |
| Elk River Helping Hands | Gerneral support | $8,500 |
| Young Life Austin | General support | $5,500 |
| The Good Samaritan Center | General support | $3,700 |
| Children's Coalition of Aransas County | General support | $3,200 |
| St Bernadette | General support | $2,000 |
| Young Life | General support | $1,000 |
| Archbishop Appeal | General support | $1,000 |
| Catholic Church of Denver | General support | $1,000 |
| Perkenville Church | General support | $250 |
Officers and trustees
- Thomas J Pazera
- Donna J Pazera
- Michael J Pazera
Questions people ask
Does Pazera Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Pazera Family Foundation give?
$73,650 in tax year 2025, across 12 grants, with a typical grant of $3,450.
Who runs Pazera Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Thomas J Pazera (Director, Pres, Treas), Donna J Pazera (Director & Sec) and Michael J Pazera (Director & V Pres).
What does Pazera Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities.