The Donald and Donna Adam Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Donald and Donna Adam Family Foundation is a private foundation in College Station, Texas. In tax year 2025 it gave $995,997 in 30 grants; the typical grant was $17,950 and the largest $200,000. 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$995,997
- Number of grants30
- Typical grant$17,950
- Largest grant$200,000
- Assets$87.9 million
- New grantees38%
Giving in 2025 was down from $3.8 million the year before.
38% 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 | $2.9 million | 30 | $63.7 million |
| 2024 | $3.8 million | 35 | $89.2 million |
| 2025 | $995,997 | 30 | $87.9 million |
How to apply
The Donald and Donna Adam 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 Donald and Donna Adam Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to Texas.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Texas | 18 | $860,397 |
| Florida | 5 | $96,600 |
| New York | 6 | $34,000 |
| Georgia | 1 | $5,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| The George & Barbara Bush Foundation | To support the community | $200,000 |
| American Heart Association | To support health research | $125,000 |
| Calvin & Sabrina Hill | Financial assistance for wheelchair-accessible housing following catastrophic injury | $100,000 |
| The Boys & Girls Club of the Brazos Valley | To support the community | $100,000 |
| Brazos Valley Food Bank | To support the community | $50,000 |
| St Jude Children's Research Hospital | To support health research | $50,000 |
| Scotty's House | To support children | $45,000 |
| Aggieland Humane Society | To support animals | $40,000 |
| Individual | College education expenses | $30,300 |
| Voices for Children | To support the community | $30,000 |
| Individual | college education expenses | $26,590 |
| Individual | College education expenses | $25,400 |
| Brazos Church Pantry | To support the community | $25,000 |
| Queen of Peace Catholic Church | To support the community | $25,000 |
| Charles Eckhardt | College education expense | $20,900 |
| Unlimited Potential | To support the community | $15,000 |
| Individual | College education expenses | $12,500 |
| National Museum of Racing | To support the arts | $12,000 |
| Texas State University-Grant Stone | College education expenses | $10,507 |
| Mt Olivette Baptist Church | To support the community | $10,000 |
| Our Lady of Divine Providence | To support the community | $10,000 |
| Individual | College education expenses | $5,900 |
| Individual | College education expenses | $5,400 |
| American Cancer Society Relay for Life | To support health research | $5,000 |
| Jockey Club Safely Net Foundation | To support the community | $5,000 |
| Saratoga Springs Preservation Foundation | To support the community | $3,500 |
| Ballet Brazos | To support the arts | $2,500 |
| Ny Racetrack Chaplaincy | To support the community | $2,500 |
| The Prenatal Clinic | To support the community | $2,000 |
| Shen Boys Golf | To support children | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Donald A Adam
- Donna J Adam
- STEPHANIE A Malechek
- Steven Bradley Adam
Questions people ask
Does The Donald and Donna Adam Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Donald and Donna Adam Family Foundation give?
$995,997 in tax year 2025, across 30 grants, with a typical grant of $17,950.
Who runs The Donald and Donna Adam Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Donald A Adam (President), Donna J Adam (VP, Sec, Tre), STEPHANIE A Malechek (VP) and Steven Bradley Adam (VP).
What does The Donald and Donna Adam Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly youth programs, health and science and research.