The Coneway Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Coneway Family Foundation is a private foundation in Houston, Texas. In tax year 2024 it gave $301,050 in 22 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 and the largest $111,000. 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$301,050
- Number of grants22
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$111,000
- Assets$10.9 million
- New grantees14%
Giving in 2024 was up from $244,050 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 | $244,050 | 27 | $10.2 million |
| 2024 | $301,050 | 22 | $10.9 million |
How to apply
The Coneway Family 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 Coneway Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to Texas.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Texas | 17 | $264,850 |
| New Mexico | 4 | $35,200 |
| Illinois | 1 | $1,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| South Main Baptist Church | Charitable | $111,000 |
| MD Anderson Cancer Center | Charitable | $35,000 |
| Barbara Bush Houston Literacy Foundation | Charitable | $30,000 |
| Santa Fe Chamber Music Festival | Charitable | $20,000 |
| Houston Symphony Society | Charitable | $20,000 |
| Episcopal High School | Charitable | $20,000 |
| The Museum of Fine Arts Houston | Charitable | $15,000 |
| Georgia O'Keefe Museum | charitable | $10,000 |
| Houston Food Bank | Charitable | $5,000 |
| River Oaks Baptist School | Chartiable | $5,000 |
| Santa Fe Opera | Charitable | $5,000 |
| The Shepherd School of Music | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Houston Museum of Natural Science | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Open Door Mission | Charitable | $2,500 |
| Houston Public Media Foundation | Charitable | $2,500 |
| Texas Scottish Rite Hospital for Children | Charitable | $2,500 |
| Interfaith Ministries for Greater Houston | Charitable | $2,500 |
| Communities in School Houston | Charitable | $2,500 |
| The Salvation Army | Charitable | $1,000 |
| Alzheimer's Association Houston & Southeast Texas | Charitable | $1,000 |
| The Blanton Museum of Art | Charitable | $350 |
| Forest Trust | Charitable | $200 |
Officers and trustees
- Natalie Coneway
- Lynn M Coneway
- Cecile Swan
- Jack Skinner
- Melissa Ford
- Jennifer Duncan
Questions people ask
Does The Coneway Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Coneway Family Foundation give?
$301,050 in tax year 2024, across 22 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs The Coneway Family Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Natalie Coneway (COO & CIO, Trustee), Lynn M Coneway (Trustee), Cecile Swan (Trustee) and Jack Skinner (Vice president) among 6 officers and trustees.
What does The Coneway Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, arts and culture and education.