Semmler Fund Inc
Preselected recipients only
Semmler Fund Inc is a private foundation in Duncanville, Texas. In tax year 2025 it gave $123,000 in 11 grants; the typical grant was $12,000 and the largest $20,000. 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$123,000
- Number of grants11
- Typical grant$12,000
- Largest grant$20,000
- Assets$1.3 million
- New grantees36%
Giving in 2025 was up from $118,500 the year before.
36% 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 | $117,600 | 14 | $1.2 million |
| 2024 | $118,500 | 11 | $1.3 million |
| 2025 | $123,000 | 11 | $1.3 million |
How to apply
Semmler Fund Inc 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 Semmler Fund Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to Texas.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Texas | 7 | $78,000 |
| Florida | 2 | $26,000 |
| Alabama | 1 | $18,000 |
| New York | 1 | $1,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Notre Dame School | General fund | $20,000 |
| Committee on Church Cooperation | General fund | $18,000 |
| Duncanville Outreach Ministry | General fund | $18,000 |
| In the Pink | General fund | $18,000 |
| Cal Farleys Boys Ranch | General fund | $13,500 |
| Life Line Shelter for Families | General fund | $12,000 |
| MD Anderson Cancer Center | General fund | $10,000 |
| Friends of Welaka | General fund | $8,000 |
| Monk Strong Memorial | General fund | $2,500 |
| Texas Pythian Home Inc | General fund | $2,000 |
| Crohns & Colitis Foundation | General fund | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Brigitte Semmler
Questions people ask
Does Semmler Fund Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Semmler Fund Inc give?
$123,000 in tax year 2025, across 11 grants, with a typical grant of $12,000.
Who runs Semmler Fund Inc?
Its 2025 filing lists Brigitte Semmler (President).
What does Semmler Fund Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities.