The Fred and Sandy Mesch Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Fred and Sandy Mesch Foundation is a private foundation in Fort Worth, Texas. In tax year 2024 it gave $872,091 in 15 grants; the typical grant was $10,000 and the largest $500,000. 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$872,091
- Number of grants15
- Typical grant$10,000
- Largest grant$500,000
- Assets$731,018
- New grantees33%
Giving in 2024 was up from $550,132 the year before.
33% of its 2024 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 | $261,821 | 11 | $198,361 |
| 2023 | $550,132 | 16 | $545,050 |
| 2024 | $872,091 | 15 | $731,018 |
How to apply
The Fred and Sandy Mesch 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 Fred and Sandy Mesch Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 6 states, the most to Texas.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Texas | 8 | $809,500 |
| California | 3 | $45,000 |
| Kentucky | 1 | $5,000 |
| Michigan | 1 | $5,000 |
| Ohio | 1 | $5,000 |
| New Jersey | 1 | $2,591 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Hope Prison Ministries Hope Prison Ministries | Charity | $500,000 |
| All Saints Episcopal School All Saints Episcopal School | Charity | $160,000 |
| Metroplex Women's Clinic Metroplex Women's Clinic | Charity | $50,000 |
| Dallas Theological Seminary Dallas Theological Seminary | Charity | $42,000 |
| Grace to You Grace to You | Charity | $30,000 |
| Turn-Key Ministries Turn-Key Ministries | Charity | $25,000 |
| Christ Chapel Christ Chapel | Charity | $20,000 |
| Prager University Prager University | Charity | $10,000 |
| Search Ministries Search Ministries | Charity | $10,000 |
| Answers in Genesis Answers in Genesis | Charity | $5,000 |
| Hillsdale College Hillsdale College | Charity | $5,000 |
| Mount Hermon Mount Hermon | Charity | $5,000 |
| Truth for Life Truth for Life | Charity | $5,000 |
| Children's Health Defense Children's Health Defense | Charity | $2,591 |
| Fort Worth Stock Show Syndicate Fort Worth Stock Show Syndicate | Charity | $2,500 |
Officers and trustees
- Fred P Mesch
- Sandra Mesch
- Glenda Evans
Questions people ask
Does The Fred and Sandy Mesch Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Fred and Sandy Mesch Foundation give?
$872,091 in tax year 2024, across 15 grants, with a typical grant of $10,000.
Who runs The Fred and Sandy Mesch Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Fred P Mesch (President), Sandra Mesch (Treasure & S) and Glenda Evans (Director).
What does The Fred and Sandy Mesch Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, education and health.