The Carroll and Marguerite Wheeler Foundation
Accepts applications
The Carroll and Marguerite Wheeler Foundation is a private foundation in Austin, Texas. In tax year 2025 it gave $6.7 million in 61 grants; the typical grant was $25,000 and the largest $1.3 million. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$6.7 million
- Number of grants61
- Typical grant$25,000
- Largest grant$1.3 million
- Assets$63.1 million
- New grantees51%
Giving in 2025 was up from $4.5 million the year before.
51% 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 | $2.7 million | 28 | $53.4 million |
| 2024 | $4.5 million | 44 | $57.8 million |
| 2025 | $6.7 million | 61 | $63.1 million |
How to apply
| Contact | Taylor Parsons 3201 Bee Caves Road Ste 1-160145, Austin, TX 78716 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (512) 567-0228, ed@thewheelerfoundation.org |
| What to submit | Applications are only accepted online on the organizations website thewheelerfoundation.org. The organization IRS determination letter should be uploaded with the online application. |
| Deadlines | Applications are reviewed quarterly. See organization website for applicable submission deadlines. |
| Restrictions | The foundation intends to support a broad spectrum of charitable organizations which sustain, encourage and promote one or more of the following focus areas: education, family or community. |
Foundation website IRS filings on ProPublica
What The Carroll and Marguerite Wheeler Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to Texas.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Texas | 56 | $6.4 million |
| Arizona | 3 | $245,000 |
| California | 1 | $15,000 |
| Pennsylvania | 1 | $10,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| McMullen County Community Development Corporation | Program support | $1.3 million |
| Tilden Baptist Church | Program support | $1.3 million |
| Majesty Outdoors | Program support | $1.0 million |
| San Antonio Zoological Society | Program support | $500,000 |
| McMullen County Isd | Program support | $470,000 |
| Rise and Shine Childcare | Program support | $250,000 |
| Assistance League of Phoenix | Program support | $200,000 |
| Helping Hand Home for Children | Program support | $100,000 |
| Fuel 4 Education Inc | Program support | $100,000 |
| Hungry Souls Inc | Program support | $100,000 |
| Tilden Livestock Scholarship Association | Program support | $100,000 |
| First Baptist Church of Chirstine | Program support | $75,000 |
| Mobile Loaves & Fishes | Program support | $75,000 |
| Assistance League of San Antonio | Program support | $50,000 |
| Alamo Colleges Foundation Inc | Program support | $50,000 |
| Bulldog Education Foundation | Program support | $50,000 |
| The Bountiful Blessings Food Pantry | Program support | $50,000 |
| San Antonion Roses | Program support | $50,000 |
| Meals on Wheels San Antonio | Program support | $50,000 |
| St Mary's University of San Antonio | Program support | $50,000 |
| Atascosa Health Center Inc | Program support | $35,000 |
| GK Legacy Foundation | Program support | $35,000 |
| Jourdanton Education Foundation | Program support | $35,000 |
| Boy Scouts of American Alamo Area Council Inc | Program support | $35,000 |
| San Antonio Botanical Garden Society Inc | Program support | $35,000 |
| The Woman's Club of San Antonio | Program support | $30,000 |
| Ex-Students' Association of the University of Texas | Program support | $30,000 |
| Daily Bread Ministries | Program support | $25,000 |
| Texas Beef Initiative | Program support | $25,000 |
| Big Brothers Big Sisters of South Texas Inc | Program support | $25,000 |
| Hospice Austin | Program support | $25,000 |
| Trinity University | Program support | $25,000 |
| The Majestic Empire Foundation | Program support | $25,000 |
| Texas A&m San Antonio Foundation | Program support | $25,000 |
| Texas A&m San Antonio Institute for School and Community Partnership | Program support | $25,000 |
| The Winston Shool San Antonio | Program support | $25,000 |
| Girl Scouts of Southwest Texas | Program support | $25,000 |
| Opmd Association | Program support | $25,000 |
| Live Oak County Area Go-Texan Inc | Program support | $20,000 |
| University Health Foundation | Program support | $20,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Shelly McTee
- Donald Haynes
- Warren Wheeler
Questions people ask
Does The Carroll and Marguerite Wheeler Foundation accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications, with this on deadlines: Applications are reviewed quarterly. See organization website for applicable submission deadlines.
How much does The Carroll and Marguerite Wheeler Foundation give?
$6.7 million in tax year 2025, across 61 grants, with a typical grant of $25,000.
Who runs The Carroll and Marguerite Wheeler Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Shelly McTee (Trustee/Co-Executor), Donald Haynes (Trustee/Co-Executor) and Warren Wheeler (Trustee).
What does The Carroll and Marguerite Wheeler Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, environment and conservation and education.