The Arena Energy Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Arena Energy Foundation is a private foundation in The Woodlands, Texas. In tax year 2025 it gave $343,631 in 34 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 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$343,631
- Number of grants34
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$50,000
- Assets$102,933
- New grantees47%
Giving in 2025 was up from $297,591 the year before.
47% 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 | $241,458 | 29 | $70,265 |
| 2024 | $297,591 | 29 | $155,689 |
| 2025 | $343,631 | 34 | $102,933 |
How to apply
The Arena Energy 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 The Arena Energy Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 8 states, the most to Texas.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Texas | 23 | $253,569 |
| California | 1 | $50,000 |
| Louisiana | 5 | $28,050 |
| New York | 1 | $10,194 |
| Oklahoma | 1 | $1,010 |
| Tennessee | 1 | $500 |
| Maryland | 1 | $256 |
| Georgia | 1 | $52 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| University of Southern California | Endowment | $50,000 |
| Meals on Wheels Montgomery County | Meals | $36,000 |
| Individual | General | $35,000 |
| Big Brother Big Sisters of Houston | Child advocacy | $31,000 |
| Angel Reach | Health & human services | $30,000 |
| All Ears Listening and Language Center | Helping hearing impaired children learn to speak and be ready to mainstream into school | $25,000 |
| Combined Arms | To grow the usefulness and reach of the siv program | $22,619 |
| Inspiration Ranch | General operations | $15,000 |
| Ems Fdny Help Fund | General | $10,194 |
| Dreams Come True of Louisiana | Child advocacy - sponsoring a dream | $10,000 |
| Go Drill International Inc | Drilling water wells for neglected and impoverished people in africa | $10,000 |
| Spring Woodlands Ministries | Senior food assistance | $10,000 |
| The Parish School | Special education for children with language and learning delays and disorders | $10,000 |
| Collins 8 Foundation | Scholarships | $8,888 |
| Individual | General | $5,050 |
| Bartlett Elementary | Education | $5,000 |
| Miles Perret Cancer Services | Child advocacy | $5,000 |
| Scott Mouisset Foundation | Family assistance | $5,000 |
| Travis Intermediate School | Education | $5,000 |
| Yes to Youth | Crisis counseling, shelter programs, and prevention services | $5,000 |
| Bug's Journey | General | $3,000 |
| Care Net Pregnancy Center of NW Houston | Counseling and support for individuals with unwanted pregnancies | $1,300 |
| Cavett Kids Foundation | Camps for chronic and life-threatening illnesses | $1,010 |
| St Ignatius of Loyola Catholic Church | General | $997 |
| The Bee Community | Provide meaningful work and a place of belonging for adults with disabilities | $543 |
| Condit Elementary School PTO | Education | $514 |
| Montgomery County Foodbank | General | $505 |
| Buffalo Bayou Partnership | Environmental conservation | $500 |
| Make A Wish Foundation | General | $500 |
| Music City Bass | Nature | $500 |
| Cystic Fibrosis Foundation | Health services | $256 |
| East West Ministries | General operations | $103 |
| Zoi's Animal Rescue | Pet adoption | $100 |
| Our House | Shelter, meals, essential care | $52 |
Officers and trustees
- Don Metz
- Amanda Haas
- Michele Scahill
- John Long
- Wade Broussard
- Bailey Cox
- Joey Deagazio
Questions people ask
Does The Arena Energy Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Arena Energy Foundation give?
$343,631 in tax year 2025, across 34 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs The Arena Energy Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Don Metz (Director), Amanda Haas (Director), Michele Scahill (Chairman of the Board) and John Long (Director) among 7 officers and trustees.
What does The Arena Energy Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, youth programs and food and hunger.