The Engraved Pencil Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Engraved Pencil Foundation is a private foundation in Houston, Texas. In tax year 2024 it gave $1.6 million in 20 grants; the typical grant was $37,500 and the largest $550,000. 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$1.6 million
- Number of grants20
- Typical grant$37,500
- Largest grant$550,000
- Assets$15.4 million
- New grantees40%
Giving in 2024 was up from $976,580 the year before.
40% of its 2024 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 | $976,580 | 17 | $15.8 million |
| 2024 | $1.6 million | 20 | $15.4 million |
How to apply
The Engraved Pencil 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.
Foundation website IRS filings on ProPublica
What The Engraved Pencil Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 10 states, the most to Texas.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Texas | 10 | $1.0 million |
| Oklahoma | 2 | $260,000 |
| Missouri | 1 | $174,979 |
| California | 1 | $75,000 |
| Pennsylvania | 1 | $35,000 |
| Colorado | 1 | $25,000 |
| Florida | 1 | $15,000 |
| Tennessee | 1 | $10,000 |
| New York | 1 | $5,000 |
| Georgia | 1 | $2,301 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Ecclesia Houston | General operations | $550,000 |
| Theta Education Fund | General operations | $250,000 |
| Fellowship of Christian Athletes | General operations | $174,979 |
| Houston Methodist Hospital Foundation | General operations | $100,000 |
| Sawmill 6th Man | General operations | $100,000 |
| Oak Grove Ministries | General operations | $75,000 |
| World Hope Ministries International | General operations | $65,000 |
| First Liberty | General operations | $50,000 |
| Northwest Houston Fca | General operations | $50,000 |
| Peace Gospel International | General operations | $40,000 |
| Hope International | General operations | $35,000 |
| Covenant House Texas | General operations | $30,000 |
| Young Life | General operations | $25,000 |
| Athletes in Action | General operations | $15,000 |
| Family Legacy | General operations | $15,000 |
| Oklahoma State University Foundatio | General operations | $10,000 |
| Mission Lazarus | General operations | $10,000 |
| Brookwood Community | General operations | $7,500 |
| The Leukemia and Lymphoma Society | General operations | $5,000 |
| Blue Skies Ministries | General operations | $2,301 |
Officers and trustees
- Griffin E Jones
- Mindi M Jones
- Kennedy E Jones
- Kale G Jones
Questions people ask
Does The Engraved Pencil Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Engraved Pencil Foundation give?
$1.6 million in tax year 2024, across 20 grants, with a typical grant of $37,500.
Who runs The Engraved Pencil Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Griffin E Jones (President), Mindi M Jones (Secretary), Kennedy E Jones (Vice President) and Kale G Jones (Vice President).
What does The Engraved Pencil Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, education and international.