The Catherine Terrell McCartney Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Catherine Terrell McCartney Foundation is a private foundation in Austin, Texas. In tax year 2025 it gave $20,000 in 12 grants; the typical grant was $1,000 and the largest $5,000. 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$20,000
- Number of grants12
- Typical grant$1,000
- Largest grant$5,000
- Assets$418,823
- New grantees25%
Giving in 2025 was up from $19,000 the year before.
25% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a mix of repeat and new grantees.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $17,000 | 9 | $53,476 |
| 2024 | $19,000 | 10 | $391,246 |
| 2025 | $20,000 | 12 | $418,823 |
How to apply
The Catherine Terrell McCartney 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 Catherine Terrell McCartney Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to Texas.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Texas | 9 | $17,000 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $1,000 |
| North Carolina | 1 | $1,000 |
| Utah | 1 | $1,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Nick Finnegan Counseling Center | General fund | $5,000 |
| Texas Book Festival | General fund | $4,000 |
| Library Foundation of Lampassas | General fund | $2,000 |
| The Salvation Army | General fund | $2,000 |
| Historic Fort Worth Inc | General fund | $1,000 |
| Nat'l Society of Colonial Dames of America | General fund | $1,000 |
| Neil-Cochran House Museum | General fund | $1,000 |
| Rutherford County Humane Society | General fund | $1,000 |
| Second Church of Christ Scientist | General fund | $1,000 |
| Chimney Rock Fire Department | General fund | $1,000 |
| Central Texas Food Bank | General fund | $500 |
| Meals on Wheels | General fund | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- Catherine McCartney Miller
- Susan McCartney Finnegan
- James W McCartney V
- Margaret Jane Moore
Questions people ask
Does The Catherine Terrell McCartney Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Catherine Terrell McCartney Foundation give?
$20,000 in tax year 2025, across 12 grants, with a typical grant of $1,000.
Who runs The Catherine Terrell McCartney Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Catherine McCartney Miller (President & Director), Susan McCartney Finnegan (Director), James W McCartney V (Director) and Margaret Jane Moore (Secretary).
What does The Catherine Terrell McCartney Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly human services and food and hunger.