The Bettis Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Bettis Foundation is a private foundation in The Woodlands, Texas. In tax year 2024 it gave $56,016 in 9 grants; the typical grant was $7,500 and the largest $10,000. 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$56,016
- Number of grants9
- Typical grant$7,500
- Largest grant$10,000
- Assets$334,236
- New grantees0%
Giving in 2024 was up from $50,672 the year before.
0% 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 | $50,672 | 7 | $364,418 |
| 2024 | $56,016 | 9 | $334,236 |
How to apply
The Bettis 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 Bettis Foundation funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in Texas.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Texas | 9 | $56,013 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Interfaith of the Woodlands | Food Pantry | $10,000 |
| Interfaith of the Woodlands | Food Pantry | $7,513 |
| Interfaith of the Woodlands | Food Pantry | $7,500 |
| St Edwards University | Office of University Advancement | $7,500 |
| St Edwards University | Office of University Advancement | $7,500 |
| Interfaith of the Woodlands | Food Pantry | $5,000 |
| Interfaith of the Woodlands | Food Pantry | $5,000 |
| Interfaith of the Woodlands | Food Pantry | $5,000 |
| St Edwards University | Office of University Advancement | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Norma Kay Lord
- Adrienne M Lord
- April E Lord
- Amy M Lord
Questions people ask
Does The Bettis Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Bettis Foundation give?
$56,016 in tax year 2024, across 9 grants, with a typical grant of $7,500.
Who runs The Bettis Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Norma Kay Lord (Director), Adrienne M Lord (Director), April E Lord (Director) and Amy M Lord (Director).
What does The Bettis Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly food and hunger and education.