Robert E & Evelyn McKee Foundation
Accepts applications
Robert E & Evelyn McKee Foundation is a private foundation in El Paso, Texas. In tax year 2024 it gave $467,000 in 41 grants; the typical grant was $10,000 and the largest $44,800. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$467,000
- Number of grants41
- Typical grant$10,000
- Largest grant$44,800
- Assets$13.4 million
- New grantees32%
Giving in 2024 was down from $543,375 the year before.
32% 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 | $543,375 | 44 | $12.3 million |
| 2024 | $467,000 | 41 | $13.4 million |
How to apply
| Contact | Helen Lund Yancey President 5835 Cromo Drive Suite 1, El Paso, TX 79912-5501 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (915) 581-4025 |
| What to submit | Proposals or requests must be made in writing with the following information included: a copy of the IRS letter of determination qualifying the organization as a tax exempt charitable organization. A description of the proposed project and justification of need thereof. A detailed explanation of the use of the funds requested. List of the names of the governing board and the name of the chief administrator of the organization. Current financial statement including the sources of funding, income and expenses. All requests received shall be acknowledged in writing by the chief administrator and all checks shall bear a proper and legal endorsement. |
| Deadlines | Requests must be submitted prior to December 1. |
| Restrictions | The foundation awards contributions, gifts and grants in the following categories: civic, cultural and religion; education, literature and science; hospitals; medical, medical research and mental health; rehabilitation and welfare; youth activities; community funds. |
Foundation website IRS filings on ProPublica
What Robert E & Evelyn McKee Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 5 states, the most to Texas.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Texas | 34 | $394,600 |
| Louisiana | 2 | $25,000 |
| Tennessee | 1 | $25,000 |
| New Mexico | 3 | $17,000 |
| Georgia | 1 | $5,400 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Law N' Paws Animal Rescue | To address the increased intake of abused and abandoned dogs:Heartworm disease prevention Rent for shelterElectricityWaste Collection Dog foodVeterinary Expenses | $44,800 |
| The Church of St Clement | Mckee chapel maintenance and replace protectvive coverings over windows | $30,400 |
| Texas Scottish Rite Hosp for Childr | For support of equipment and supplies for the nutrition for all program,force plates for the frisco movement science laboratory, andpcr machines for research | $30,000 |
| La Nube | To support the sensory friendly inclusion intiative. | $30,000 |
| Compadres Therapy Inc | for the annual sponsorship of 4 therapeutic horses to include their care and maintenance | $26,000 |
| Page Robbins Adult Day Care | To remove and replace our existing, 20-year-old wood fence with a 6-foot precast concrete wall system. | $25,000 |
| El Pasoans Fighting Hunger | to support food distribution by covering the expenses associated with the cost of food, transportation and food processing | $20,000 |
| Habitat for Humanity El Paso | to fund the repair of houses for low-income elderly or disabled El Pasoans that live in hazardous conditions | $20,000 |
| The Mustard Seed - A Community Cafe | To fund operations for the serving of 4,000 healthy meals at $5.00 a piece to vulnerable families and seniors in our community. | $20,000 |
| Big Brothers Big Sisters of El Paso | To enhance coordinated care services, programming and pro-social activities | $17,900 |
| Guardians Institute | Cover the costs associated with the purchase of two books by local authors. | $15,000 |
| Every Little Blessing Preschool | To purchase sensory integration equipment and materials that will benefit the development of children with and without Down Syndrome | $15,000 |
| Alzheimer's Association - West Texa | Family support and care emphasis on enhancing safety for the familites impacted by alzhiermers | $10,000 |
| Reynolds Home | To be used as emergency day care funds for the ever-growing number of new families. To help cover childcare for homeless moms as they transition to self-sufficiency and permanent housing. | $10,000 |
| Make A Wish Foundation | to support their efforts in fulfilling wishes for children with life-threatening medical conditions in El Paso County | $10,000 |
| The Braden Aboud Memorial Foundatio | for the B STRONG Shoe Giveaway which provides the children in low income schools with new pairs of tennis shoes for the school year | $10,000 |
| Childrens Grief Center | To fund an extension of grief services, such as workshops, training, and grief camp, in community-based settings | $10,000 |
| El Paso Museum of History | for a preservation project encompassing completion of a secure and exclusive photo and paper archive storage that will meet American Alliance of Museums standard. | $10,000 |
| Paso del Norte Community Foundation | Support of services | $10,000 |
| Waldorf of New Orleans | For instructional program materials and supplies. | $10,000 |
| Community Foundation Southern New M | To support and help victims of ruidoso fires. | $10,000 |
| El Paso Symphony Orchestra | Offset the costs of the 2023-2024 season operating expenses including education and outreach programs | $8,000 |
| The University of Texas at El Paso | Support of services | $7,900 |
| Books Are Gems | Support of rehabilitation and welfare services. | $7,000 |
| Pets Alive | To support the spay/neuter programs which include the rabies vaccination for the companion animal(s) of low income residents. | $6,000 |
| The Cancer Foundation of NE Georgia | Help reduce cancer patient's stress by relieving them of the immediate financial crisis. | $5,400 |
| Stick House Sanctuary | To grow produce to feed the animals in the sanctuary | $5,350 |
| El Paso Symphony Youth Orchestra | Underwrite financial scholarships for the 2023-2024 season tuition. | $5,000 |
| Casa Court Appointed Special Advoca | To support CASAs growing work representing abused and neglected children in the El Paso court system. | $5,000 |
| The Sheriff's Posse Causes Inc | Support of charitable services | $5,000 |
| Assistance Dogs of the West | To support ADW student trainer programs for children and youth in Northern NM. | $5,000 |
| El Paso Child Guidance Center | to enhance Mental Health Service programs. | $3,500 |
| Assistance League | Operation school bell | $3,500 |
| Humane Society of El Paso | Venture camps for children and youth in el paso | $2,250 |
| El Paso Times Operation Noel | 2024 Donation | $2,000 |
| El Paso Times Senior Fund | El paso seniors fund | $2,000 |
| Rescue Mission of El Paso | 2024 Donation | $2,000 |
| Society of St Vincent de Paul | 2024 Donation | $2,000 |
| West Texas Food Bank | 2024 Donation | $2,000 |
| Kitchen Angels of Santa Fe | to provide free nutriitious means to homebound neighbors facing life challenging conditions and $2,000 for the 2023 Holiday season | $2,000 |
Officers and trustees
- R Brian Mckee DVM
- Katherine McKee Mote
- Susan J McKee
- Sharon Hays Herrera
- Bruce E McKee
- Philip Russell McKee
- Helen Lund Yancey
- Catherine Cohen Payne
- Robert E McKee IV
- C Steven McKee
- Jackie Tatum Lamberti
- Linda Hays Gunter
- Karen L McKee
- HA Al Woods
- Paul Alan Woods
Questions people ask
Does Robert E & Evelyn McKee Foundation accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications, with this on deadlines: Requests must be submitted prior to December 1..
How much does Robert E & Evelyn McKee Foundation give?
$467,000 in tax year 2024, across 41 grants, with a typical grant of $10,000.
Who runs Robert E & Evelyn McKee Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists R Brian Mckee DVM (Trustee), Katherine McKee Mote (Trustee), Susan J McKee (VP/Trustee) and Sharon Hays Herrera (Vp/Trustee) among 15 officers and trustees.
What does Robert E & Evelyn McKee Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly health, animals and youth programs.