Robin and Lou Carter Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Robin and Lou Carter Family Foundation is a private foundation in Corpus Christi, Texas. In tax year 2025 it gave $24,920 in 2 grants; the typical grant was $12,460 and the largest $12,460. 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$24,920
- Number of grants2
- Typical grant$12,460
- Largest grant$12,460
- Assets$12,448
- New grantees50%
Giving in 2025 was up from $22,000 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | $21,000 | 3 | $446,283 |
| 2023 | $22,000 | 3 | $501,347 |
| 2024 | $22,000 | 2 | $494,971 |
| 2025 | $24,920 | 2 | $12,448 |
How to apply
Robin and Lou Carter 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 Robin and Lou Carter Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in Texas.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Texas | 2 | $24,920 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Los Mestenos Career Academy | General operantions | $12,460 |
| Raices | Gernal operations | $12,460 |
Officers and trustees
- Robin Carter
- Shawn Browning Pettus
- Shannon Pettus Mayo
- James Milam Pettus III
- Louie A Carter
- Glenn Mayo
Questions people ask
Does Robin and Lou Carter Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Robin and Lou Carter Family Foundation give?
$24,920 in tax year 2025, across 2 grants, with a typical grant of $12,460.
Who runs Robin and Lou Carter Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Robin Carter (President), Shawn Browning Pettus (Vice-Preside), Shannon Pettus Mayo (Secretary) and James Milam Pettus III (Treasurer) among 6 officers and trustees.
What does Robin and Lou Carter Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education.