Rebecca's Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Rebecca's Foundation is a private foundation in Bandera, Texas. In tax year 2024 it gave $402,000 in 13 grants; the typical grant was $30,000 and the largest $70,000. 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$402,000
- Number of grants13
- Typical grant$30,000
- Largest grant$70,000
- Assets$5.9 million
- New grantees23%
Giving in 2024 was up from $350,000 the year before.
23% 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 | $350,000 | 13 | $8.3 million |
| 2024 | $402,000 | 13 | $5.9 million |
How to apply
Rebecca's 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 Rebecca's Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 6 states, the most to Texas.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Texas | 7 | $167,000 |
| Ohio | 1 | $70,000 |
| New York | 2 | $60,000 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $50,000 |
| Oklahoma | 1 | $30,000 |
| Tennessee | 1 | $25,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Delta Gamma Foundation | Scholarship fund | $70,000 |
| Apha Scholarship Program | Provide scholarship for annual meeting | $50,000 |
| American Red Cross of Central Texas | Provide humanitarian aid | $40,000 |
| Arthur Nagel Community Clinic | Provide healthcare services to low-income uninsured residents of bandera county | $40,000 |
| Bandera United Methodist Church | Provide a christian environment that fosters spiritual, emotional, intellectual and physical development | $40,000 |
| American Cancer Society | Research support | $30,000 |
| Breast Cancer Research Foundation | Research support | $30,000 |
| Cancer Research Institute | Research support | $30,000 |
| MD Anderson Cancer Center | Support the fight to eliminate cancer | $30,000 |
| St Jude's Childrens Research Hospital | Treatment of childhood cancer and life-threatening diseases | $25,000 |
| Silver Sage | Enriching the lives of seniors | $10,000 |
| Bandera County Public Library | Promote literacy | $5,000 |
| Bandera Natural History Museum | Educate visitors on world wildlife and habitats | $2,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Heidi L Wyatt
- Gerald L Baker
- Laura Cameron
Questions people ask
Does Rebecca's Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Rebecca's Foundation give?
$402,000 in tax year 2024, across 13 grants, with a typical grant of $30,000.
Who runs Rebecca's Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Heidi L Wyatt (President), Gerald L Baker (Vice President) and Laura Cameron (Secretary/Treasurer).
What does Rebecca's Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly health, education and science and research.