Stephen M Seay Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
Stephen M Seay Foundation Inc is a private foundation in Dallas, Texas. In tax year 2024 it gave $1.1 million in 89 grants; the typical grant was $10,000 and the largest $75,000. 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$1.1 million
- Number of grants89
- Typical grant$10,000
- Largest grant$75,000
- Assets$25.5 million
- New grantees7%
Giving in 2024 was up from $1.1 million the year before.
7% of its 2024 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, so most of its money goes to organizations it already funds.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $1.1 million | 87 | $24.6 million |
| 2024 | $1.1 million | 89 | $25.5 million |
How to apply
Stephen M Seay Foundation 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 Stephen M Seay Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 15 states, the most to Texas.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Texas | 58 | $830,000 |
| Colorado | 5 | $65,000 |
| California | 4 | $40,000 |
| Arizona | 5 | $35,000 |
| New Mexico | 3 | $30,000 |
| Nevada | 1 | $25,000 |
| Oklahoma | 3 | $16,000 |
| North Carolina | 2 | $15,000 |
| Hawaii | 1 | $15,000 |
| Illinois | 1 | $10,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| The Woods Project | Help others | $75,000 |
| Children's Health | Help others | $60,000 |
| Dallas Arboretum & Botanical Garden | Help others | $50,000 |
| Perot Museum of Nature & Science | Help others | $50,000 |
| St Philip's School & Community Center | Help others | $50,000 |
| Texas Scottish Rite Hospital | Help others | $50,000 |
| Crow Canyon Archaeological Center | Help others | $40,000 |
| Dallas Museum of Art | Help others | $30,000 |
| Breakthrough Central Texas | Help others | $25,000 |
| California Institute of Technology | Help others | $25,000 |
| Deep Springs College | Help others | $25,000 |
| Big Bend Conservancy | Help others | $20,000 |
| Dallas Education Foundation | Help others | $20,000 |
| Dallas Is Gardening Inc | Help others | $20,000 |
| North Texas Food Bank | Help others | $20,000 |
| Surpassing Grace | Help others | $20,000 |
| Young Life North Dallas High School | Help others | $20,000 |
| Austin Community Foundation - Shield Ranch | Help others | $15,000 |
| Hanahau'oli School | Help others | $15,000 |
| Localogysangre de Cristo Youth Ranch | Help others | $15,000 |
| St Marks School of Texas | Help others | $15,000 |
| Transition Resource Action Center | Help others | $15,000 |
| Amigos de Las Americas | Help others | $10,000 |
| Boy Scouts of America - Circle Ten Council | Help others | $10,000 |
| Boy Scouts of America-Philmont Scout Ranch | Help others | $10,000 |
| Boy Scouts of America-Sam Houston Area Council | Help others | $10,000 |
| Buffalo Bill Center of the West | Help others | $10,000 |
| Camp John Marc | Help others | $10,000 |
| Chicago Lights | Help others | $10,000 |
| Christian Community Service Center | Help others | $10,000 |
| Compelling Light | Help others | $10,000 |
| Dallas Children's Theater | Help others | $10,000 |
| Genesis Women's Shelter | Help others | $10,000 |
| Greater Dallas Youth Orchestra | Help others | $10,000 |
| Hisd Foundation | Help others | $10,000 |
| Houston Arboretum | Help others | $10,000 |
| Houston Food Bank | Help others | $10,000 |
| Institute for Civility in Government | Help others | $10,000 |
| Knights of Heros Foundation | Help others | $10,000 |
| Readers 2 Leaders | Help others | $10,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Peter K Lutken III
- Lee-Ann Graham
- David J Wood
Questions people ask
Does Stephen M Seay Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Stephen M Seay Foundation Inc give?
$1.1 million in tax year 2024, across 89 grants, with a typical grant of $10,000.
Who runs Stephen M Seay Foundation Inc?
Its 2024 filing lists Peter K Lutken III (Director), Lee-Ann Graham (Director) and David J Wood (Director).
What does Stephen M Seay Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, environment and conservation and youth programs.