Southwest Meat Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Southwest Meat Foundation is a private foundation in Bryan, Texas. In tax year 2024 it gave $159,750 in 16 grants; the typical grant was $2,500 and the largest $54,500. 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$159,750
- Number of grants16
- Typical grant$2,500
- Largest grant$54,500
- Assets$375,598
- New grantees50%
Giving in 2024 was up from $138,000 the year before.
50% of its 2024 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $138,000 | 13 | $387,648 |
| 2024 | $159,750 | 16 | $375,598 |
How to apply
Southwest Meat 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 Southwest Meat Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 7 states, the most to Texas.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Texas | 10 | $143,250 |
| Oklahoma | 1 | $4,000 |
| Arkansas | 1 | $2,500 |
| Arizona | 1 | $2,500 |
| Colorado | 1 | $2,500 |
| Georgia | 1 | $2,500 |
| Illinois | 1 | $2,500 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Texas Am University | Scholarships | $54,500 |
| West Texas Am University | Scholarships | $37,500 |
| Texas Tech University | Scholarships | $24,500 |
| Tarleton State University | Scholarships | $10,250 |
| The TSTC Foundation | Scholarships | $6,000 |
| OSU Foundation | Scholarships | $4,000 |
| University of Arkansas | Scholarships | $2,500 |
| University of Illinois Urbana-Champ | Scholarships | $2,500 |
| University of Georgia | Scholarships | $2,500 |
| University of Arizona | Scholarships | $2,500 |
| Colorado State University | Scholarships | $2,500 |
| Cisco College | Scholarships | $2,500 |
| Blinn College | Scholarships | $2,500 |
| Texas 4-H Youth Development Foundat | Scholarships | $2,500 |
| Angelo State University | Scholarships | $2,000 |
| Sam Houston State University | Scholarships | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Troie Burch
- Jim Ondrusek
- Rick Kimbrell
- Jason Beyer
- Edward Ruff
- Pat Nicholson
- Joe Harris PhD
Questions people ask
Does Southwest Meat Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Southwest Meat Foundation give?
$159,750 in tax year 2024, across 16 grants, with a typical grant of $2,500.
Who runs Southwest Meat Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Troie Burch (Vice President), Jim Ondrusek (President), Rick Kimbrell (Director) and Jason Beyer (Treasurer) among 7 officers and trustees.
What does Southwest Meat Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education.