The Fain Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Fain Foundation is a private foundation in Wichita Falls, Texas. In tax year 2025 it gave $1.4 million in 85 grants; the typical grant was $10,000 and the largest $333,334. 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$1.4 million
- Number of grants85
- Typical grant$10,000
- Largest grant$333,334
- Assets$13.0 million
- New grantees26%
Giving in 2025 was down from $2.2 million the year before.
26% 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 | $1.4 million | 82 | $13.3 million |
| 2024 | $2.2 million | 82 | $12.9 million |
| 2025 | $1.4 million | 85 | $13.0 million |
How to apply
The Fain 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 Fain Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to Texas.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Texas | 84 | $1.4 million |
| Oklahoma | 1 | $5,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| YMCA | McCoy Aquatics Center | $333,334 |
| Wichita Falls Area Community Foundation | Endowment | $83,333 |
| Art's Council Wichita Falls Area Kemp Center for the Arts | Sculpture Garden | $50,000 |
| Camp Fire North Texas | Operating Budget | $50,000 |
| Midwestern State University | Military Scholarship | $50,000 |
| United Regional Foundation | Stealth Station | $50,000 |
| Peyton's Project | Spurs & Pearls Event Sponsor | $30,000 |
| Downtown Wichita Falls Development Inc | Operating Budget | $25,000 |
| Senior Citizens Center of Wichita Falls | Meals on Wheels | $25,000 |
| Smart Athletics - Titus Outreach | Operating Budget | $25,000 |
| Wichita Falls Area Food Bank | Good Buy Hunger | $25,000 |
| Big Brothers Big Sisters | Dancing For the Stars | $20,000 |
| Christ Counseling Ministry | Operating Budget | $20,000 |
| Hands to Hands Community Fund | Community Fund | $20,000 |
| Rathgeber Hospitality House | Operating Budget | $20,000 |
| Midwestern State University | Museum | $18,000 |
| All Hands Cultural Comnty Ctr | Virtual Instruction | $15,000 |
| Big Brothers Big Sisters | Operating Budget | $15,000 |
| Faith MissionFaith Refuge | Operating Budget | $15,000 |
| Wichita Falls Alliance for Arts & Culture | Operating Budget | $15,000 |
| Wichita Falls Symphony Orchestra | Sponsorship | $15,000 |
| Midwestern State University | Nonprofit Center | $13,500 |
| Boys Scouts of America NW TX Council | Camp Perkins | $12,000 |
| Midwestern State University | Cafe Con Leche | $12,000 |
| Archer County Museum & Art Center | Purchase Booked up | $10,000 |
| Band Orchestra Parents Association Wichita Falls | Band Trip | $10,000 |
| Beacon Lighthouse Inc | Equipment | $10,000 |
| Boys & Girls Clubs of Burkburnett | Summer Camp | $10,000 |
| Burkburnett Blacksox | Flooring | $10,000 |
| Chesterson Academy | Capital Campaign | $10,000 |
| Child Advocates - CASA of Red River | Operating Budget | $10,000 |
| Child Care Partners | Operating Budget | $10,000 |
| Clay County Animal Shelter | Operating Budget | $10,000 |
| Country Club Neighbors Association | Fountain | $10,000 |
| Fellowship of Christian Athletes | Operating Budget | $10,000 |
| First Step | Repairs | $10,000 |
| Friendly Door Senior Center | Freezer | $10,000 |
| Holliday Educational Foundation | Operating Budget | $10,000 |
| Home For Freedom | Tiny Homes | $10,000 |
| Inheritance Adoptions | Operating Budget | $10,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Martha Fain
- Mac W Cannedy Jr
- Dennis D Cannedy
- Ann Kelly
- John M Kelly
Questions people ask
Does The Fain Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Fain Foundation give?
$1.4 million in tax year 2025, across 85 grants, with a typical grant of $10,000.
Who runs The Fain Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Martha Fain (President, Treasurer & Director), Mac W Cannedy Jr (Vice-President, Sec. & Director), Dennis D Cannedy (Director) and Ann Kelly (Director) among 5 officers and trustees.
What does The Fain Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly arts and culture, education and youth programs.