Seek First Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Seek First Foundation is a private foundation in Fort Worth, Texas. In tax year 2025 it gave $189,000 in 7 grants; the typical grant was $25,000 and the largest $49,000. 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$189,000
- Number of grants7
- Typical grant$25,000
- Largest grant$49,000
- Assets$1.8 million
- New grantees29%
Giving in 2025 was up from $153,000 the year before.
29% of its 2025 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 | $115,067 | 7 | $1.2 million |
| 2024 | $153,000 | 7 | $1.6 million |
| 2025 | $189,000 | 7 | $1.8 million |
How to apply
Seek First 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 Seek First Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to Texas.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Texas | 6 | $169,000 |
| North Carolina | 1 | $20,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| St Paul Lutheran Church | Operating funds | $49,000 |
| Key Center for Learning Differences | Operating fund | $40,000 |
| Texas Wesleyan University | Football program | $25,000 |
| The University of Texas Foundation Inc | Operating funds | $25,000 |
| Texas Legacy Support Network | General fund | $20,000 |
| Sulphur Springs Free Will Baptist Church | Operating funds | $20,000 |
| Academy 4 | Operating funds | $10,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Steven Eargle
Questions people ask
Does Seek First Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Seek First Foundation give?
$189,000 in tax year 2025, across 7 grants, with a typical grant of $25,000.
Who runs Seek First Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Steven Eargle (President).
What does Seek First Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education and faith communities.