Perkins-Prothro Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Perkins-Prothro Foundation is a private foundation in Wichita Falls, Texas. In tax year 2025 it gave $2.2 million in 119 grants; the typical grant was $3,330 and the largest $400,000. 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$2.2 million
- Number of grants119
- Typical grant$3,330
- Largest grant$400,000
- Assets$37.0 million
- New grantees41%
Giving in 2025 was up from $2.1 million the year before.
41% 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 | $2.6 million | 105 | $33.4 million |
| 2024 | $2.1 million | 124 | $36.1 million |
| 2025 | $2.2 million | 119 | $37.0 million |
How to apply
Perkins-Prothro 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 Perkins-Prothro Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 14 states, the most to Texas.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Texas | 92 | $2.0 million |
| South Carolina | 3 | $69,500 |
| Florida | 8 | $27,980 |
| Massachusetts | 2 | $26,660 |
| California | 1 | $21,000 |
| New Hampshire | 2 | $20,233 |
| Utah | 4 | $13,175 |
| Washington | 1 | $4,000 |
| Ohio | 1 | $3,330 |
| Virginia | 1 | $2,500 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Presbyterian Manor | Building Community One Space at a Time | $400,000 |
| Hospice of Wichita Falls | 3rd Installment | $333,333 |
| YMCA Wichita Falls | Aquatic Center | $333,333 |
| Wichita Falls Symphony Orchestra | Dale Prothro Piano Endowment | $187,500 |
| Wichita Falls Area Food Bank | James McCoy Foundation Center | $100,000 |
| Wichita Falls Symphony Orchestra | 25-26 Concert Sponsorship | $75,000 |
| First United Methodist Church | 2025 Budget | $68,500 |
| Wichita Falls Symphony Orchestra | 2025 Annual Fund | $57,500 |
| Southern Methodist University | Turner Scholars | $50,000 |
| Clemson University | Philbin Family Scholarship Endowment | $47,000 |
| Southern Methodist University | Charles Phillip Philbin Scholarship | $47,000 |
| Archer City Writers Workshop | Repair & Renovation of LMLC | $25,000 |
| Project Transformation North Texas | Program Site in Wichita Falls | $25,000 |
| Museum of Tibetan Art & Cultrure USA Inc | Contribution | $21,000 |
| Clemson University | Philbin Family Endowment Student Experience | $20,000 |
| Southern Methodist University | Bench - Perkins School of Theology | $19,998 |
| Mental Health Collaborative | General Support | $19,995 |
| Country Club Neighbors Assoc | Martin Plaza Fund/Fountain | $18,150 |
| Midwestern State University | Road to College Summer Program | $15,000 |
| Animal Rescue League of NH | In memory of Christopher Prothro | $13,568 |
| Hands to Hands Community Fund | Annual Campaign | $12,500 |
| Methodist Health System Foundation | Robert Folsom Leadership Award | $12,500 |
| Clay County Animal Shelter | Washing Machine | $12,000 |
| Community Foundation of the TX Hill Country | Kerr County Flood Relief Fund | $10,700 |
| Friends of Hospice | Friends of Hospice Golf Sponsorship | $10,000 |
| Highland Park UMC | Operating Budget | $10,000 |
| Salesmanship Club Charitable Golf of Dallas | J Erik Johnson School/Family Counseling Centers | $10,000 |
| Southwestern University | Mood-Bridwell renovation project | $10,000 |
| St Michael & All Angels Episcopal Church | Contribution | $10,000 |
| Utah Symphony and Opera | Prepay DVMF 2026 | $10,000 |
| Wichita Falls Area Community Foundation | Charles Philbin Memorial Scholarship | $10,000 |
| Wichita Falls Youth Symphony Orchestra | Orchestral Support & Advance Program | $10,000 |
| Dallas Symphony Orchestra | Annual Fund | $8,333 |
| AT&T Performing Arts Center | Contribution | $7,966 |
| Letot Capital Foundation | Scholarship honoring Craig Evans | $6,666 |
| Southern Methodist University | Perkins Scholarship Luncheon sponsor | $6,666 |
| CASA of NH | Contribution | $6,665 |
| Environmental Learning Center Inc | Contribution | $6,665 |
| McLean Hospital | Contribution | $6,665 |
| Quail Valley Charities | Contribution | $6,665 |
Officers and trustees
- K Elizabeth Yeager
- Charlotte P Philbin
- David H Prothro
- Cindy James
- James P Prothro
- Kathryn R Prothro
- Lara Herreid
- Kathryn P Yeager
Questions people ask
Does Perkins-Prothro Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Perkins-Prothro Foundation give?
$2.2 million in tax year 2025, across 119 grants, with a typical grant of $3,330.
Who runs Perkins-Prothro Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists K Elizabeth Yeager (President), Charlotte P Philbin (V-President), David H Prothro (Treasurer) and Cindy James (Secretary) among 8 officers and trustees.
What does Perkins-Prothro Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, arts and culture and health.