The Gragg Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Gragg Foundation is a private foundation in Palestine, Texas. In tax year 2024 it gave $203,000 in 20 grants; the typical grant was $10,000 and the largest $20,000. 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$203,000
- Number of grants20
- Typical grant$10,000
- Largest grant$20,000
- Assets$4.4 million
- New grantees5%
Giving in 2024 was down from $210,500 the year before.
5% 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 | $210,500 | 21 | $4.2 million |
| 2024 | $203,000 | 20 | $4.4 million |
How to apply
The Gragg 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 Gragg Foundation funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in Texas.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Texas | 20 | $203,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| St Vincent de Paul Society | General & unrestricted | $20,000 |
| Meals on Wheels of Palestine Inc | General & unrestricted | $13,000 |
| The Stockpot of Palestine Inc | General & unrestricted | $13,000 |
| Palestine Community Food Pantry | General & unrestricted | $12,000 |
| La Poyner High School | Scholarships | $10,000 |
| Oakwood High School | Scholarships | $10,000 |
| Westwood High School | Scholarships | $10,000 |
| Cayuga High School | Scholarships | $10,000 |
| Neches High School | Scholarships | $10,000 |
| Elkhart High School | Scholarships | $10,000 |
| Frankston High School | Scholarships | $10,000 |
| Palestine High School | General & unrestricted | $10,000 |
| Palestine Junior Service League | General & unrestricted | $10,000 |
| Slocum High School | Scholarship | $10,000 |
| Living Alternatives of Palestine | General & unrestricted | $9,000 |
| Cherokee & Anderson County Crisis Center Inc | General & unrestricted | $8,000 |
| Palestine Community Theatre Inc | General & unrestricted | $7,500 |
| First Resource Center | General & unrestricted | $7,500 |
| YMCA of Palestine | General & unrestricted | $7,000 |
| Anderson County Humane Society | General & unrestricted | $6,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Laura Hailey
- Cody D Bristow
- Martin Lawrence
- Frank Campos
- Michael Bennett
Questions people ask
Does The Gragg Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Gragg Foundation give?
$203,000 in tax year 2024, across 20 grants, with a typical grant of $10,000.
Who runs The Gragg Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Laura Hailey (Pres/Dir), Cody D Bristow (Director), Martin Lawrence (Director) and Frank Campos (Sec/Dir) among 5 officers and trustees.
What does The Gragg Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education and food and hunger.