Polycarp Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Polycarp Foundation is a private foundation in Missouri City, Texas. In tax year 2024 it gave $158,000 in 13 grants; the typical grant was $10,000 and the largest $40,000. 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$158,000
- Number of grants13
- Typical grant$10,000
- Largest grant$40,000
- Assets$6.4 million
- New grantees46%
Giving in 2024 was down from $270,000 the year before.
46% 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 | $270,000 | 11 | $5.5 million |
| 2024 | $158,000 | 13 | $6.4 million |
How to apply
Polycarp 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 Polycarp Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to Texas.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Texas | 10 | $115,000 |
| Washington | 1 | $25,000 |
| Iowa | 1 | $15,000 |
| Pennsylvania | 1 | $3,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Its the Pits Cookers | General support | $40,000 |
| Tacoma Youth Marine Center | General support | $25,000 |
| American National Red Cross | General support | $15,000 |
| American Legion Charities Inc | General support | $10,000 |
| Cypress United Methodist Church | General support | $10,000 |
| St Andrews Episcopal Church | General support | $10,000 |
| Texas State Aquarium | General support | $10,000 |
| The Thankful Ones | General support | $10,000 |
| Yaga's Children's Fund | General support | $10,000 |
| Children's Museum of Houston | General support | $5,000 |
| Houston Zoo | General support | $5,000 |
| Texas and Southwestern Cattle | General support | $5,000 |
| US Angling | General support | $3,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Joseph Wesley Doolin
- Worth A Nelson III
Questions people ask
Does Polycarp Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Polycarp Foundation give?
$158,000 in tax year 2024, across 13 grants, with a typical grant of $10,000.
Who runs Polycarp Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Joseph Wesley Doolin (Vp/Secretary) and Worth A Nelson III (President).
What does Polycarp Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly youth programs, faith communities and animals.