Stephens Charitable Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Stephens Charitable Foundation is a private foundation in Corpus Christi, Texas. In tax year 2025 it gave $104,400 in 20 grants; the typical grant was $2,500 and the largest $50,000. 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$104,400
- Number of grants20
- Typical grant$2,500
- Largest grant$50,000
- Assets$2.3 million
- New grantees63%
Giving in 2025 was up from $100,000 the year before.
63% 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $95,500 | 9 | $2.1 million |
| 2024 | $100,000 | 12 | $2.2 million |
| 2025 | $104,400 | 20 | $2.3 million |
How to apply
Stephens Charitable 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 Stephens Charitable Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to Texas.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Texas | 11 | $81,900 |
| Louisiana | 5 | $10,000 |
| Colorado | 3 | $7,000 |
| Illinois | 1 | $5,500 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Texas A&m Foundation - Dean's Schol | Support texas a&m: education, resear | $50,000 |
| Texas A&m Foundation - Arch Endowme | Support tamu architecture leadership | $10,000 |
| Teach Beyond Inc | Transformative education outreac | $5,500 |
| Magdalena Ministries Inc | Support victims of domestic violence | $5,000 |
| Free the Oppressed | Direct relief and humanitarian aid | $5,000 |
| Witte Museum | Inspire learning tx science & histor | $3,500 |
| Individual | Support those in need & foster faith | $3,400 |
| Texas Aggie Corps of Cadets Assn | Preserve & support cadets from tamu | $3,000 |
| Audubon Nature Institute | Support for museums and parks | $2,500 |
| New Orleans Mission | Aid homeless, abused, mentally ill | $2,500 |
| Greater New Orleans Texas A&m FDTN | Support tamu student success | $2,500 |
| Ronald McDonald House of Charities | Support families of sick children | $2,000 |
| Mission of Mercy | Support for working poor and family | $2,000 |
| Junior League of New Orleans | Improve well-being of n.o. Families | $1,500 |
| City Park Conservancy | Preservation of new orleans city par | $1,000 |
| Metro Ministries | Homeless aid: meals, jobs, housing | $1,000 |
| Hinsdale County Ems | Support emergency medical services | $1,000 |
| Lake City Area Fire Protection Dist | Support fire protection services | $1,000 |
| Ut - MD Anderson Cancer Center | Cancer research through boot walk | $1,000 |
| San Antonio Food Bank | Provide food to those in need in stx | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Tim M Stephens
- Holly C Stephens
Questions people ask
Does Stephens Charitable Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Stephens Charitable Foundation give?
$104,400 in tax year 2025, across 20 grants, with a typical grant of $2,500.
Who runs Stephens Charitable Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Tim M Stephens (Chairman) and Holly C Stephens (Director).
What does Stephens Charitable Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, human services and faith communities.