The Bone Hill Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Bone Hill Foundation is a private foundation in Lufkin, Texas. In tax year 2024 it gave $438,700 in 14 grants; the typical grant was $23,500 and the largest $172,500. 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$438,700
- Number of grants14
- Typical grant$23,500
- Largest grant$172,500
- Assets$8.6 million
- New grantees14%
Giving in 2024 was down from $487,255 the year before.
14% 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 | $487,255 | 13 | $7.8 million |
| 2024 | $438,700 | 14 | $8.6 million |
How to apply
The Bone Hill 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 Bone Hill Foundation funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in Texas.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Texas | 14 | $520,500 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Stephen F Austin State Univ | Education | $172,500 |
| Center Isd | Education | $90,000 |
| Texas A & M Foundation | Education | $40,000 |
| Shelby Co University of Texas Club | Education | $30,000 |
| Angelina College | Education | $27,000 |
| Panola College | Education | $27,000 |
| University of Texas Ex-Students Association | Education | $25,000 |
| Shelbyville Isd | Education | $22,000 |
| Sam Houston State University | Education | $20,000 |
| Joaquin Isd | Education | $18,000 |
| Tenaha Isd | Education | $16,000 |
| Timpson Isd | Education | $16,000 |
| Baylor University | Education | $12,000 |
| Roughrider Academy | Education | $5,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Roy Blackshear
- Bob Reeves
- Yvette Sidnell
- Terry Scull
- John Henry Holloway
- April Prince
Questions people ask
Does The Bone Hill Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Bone Hill Foundation give?
$438,700 in tax year 2024, across 14 grants, with a typical grant of $23,500.
Who runs The Bone Hill Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Roy Blackshear (Chairman), Bob Reeves (Trustee), Yvette Sidnell (Treasurer/Secretary) and Terry Scull (Trustee) among 6 officers and trustees.
What does The Bone Hill Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education.