The LC and Mary Worley Memorial Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The LC and Mary Worley Memorial Foundation is a private foundation in Longview, Texas. In tax year 2025 it gave $741,315 in 37 grants; the typical grant was $11,000 and the largest $135,000. 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$741,315
- Number of grants37
- Typical grant$11,000
- Largest grant$135,000
- Assets$10.4 million
- New grantees21%
Giving in 2025 was down from $896,000 the year before.
21% 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 | $631,200 | 35 | $10.2 million |
| 2024 | $896,000 | 33 | $9.5 million |
| 2025 | $741,315 | 37 | $10.4 million |
How to apply
The LC and Mary Worley Memorial 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 LC and Mary Worley Memorial Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 10 states, the most to Texas.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Texas | 24 | $519,315 |
| Illinois | 3 | $70,000 |
| Rhode Island | 1 | $50,000 |
| California | 2 | $25,000 |
| Virginia | 1 | $20,000 |
| Michigan | 1 | $15,000 |
| Oregon | 1 | $15,000 |
| Wyoming | 1 | $11,000 |
| Colorado | 1 | $10,000 |
| Louisiana | 2 | $6,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Individual | Budget | $135,000 |
| Buckner Ministries | Buckner children and family services | $50,000 |
| Individual | Budget | $50,000 |
| Gregory Ministries | Budget | $50,000 |
| Wiseman Ministries | Budget | $50,000 |
| Hodos Institute | Budget | $45,000 |
| Individual | Scholarships | $35,000 |
| Heartisans | Budget | $25,000 |
| Hwy 80 Rescue Mission | Women and families shelter | $25,000 |
| Newgate Mission | Budget | $25,000 |
| Bethany Kids | Budget | $20,000 |
| Christian Women's Job Corp | Budget | $20,000 |
| Texans on Mission | Disaster relief | $18,315 |
| Hope International | Budget | $15,000 |
| Jews for Jesus | Budget | $15,000 |
| Pastors Hope Network | Budget | $15,000 |
| Send International | Budget | $15,000 |
| Ywam Slavic Ministries | Budget | $15,000 |
| Cody Cowboy Church | Budget | $11,000 |
| Individual | Budget | $10,000 |
| Edify | Budget | $10,000 |
| First Baptist Church Kaufman | Budget | $10,000 |
| Individual | Budget | $10,000 |
| Youth for Christ International | Budget | $10,000 |
| Baptist Student Ministry-Sfa | Budget | $7,000 |
| Baptist Student Ministry-Kilgore | Budget | $5,000 |
| Baptist Student Ministry U No TX | Budget | $5,000 |
| Individual | Budget | $5,000 |
| Individual | Budget | $5,000 |
| Mulberry Springs Baptist Church | Budget | $5,000 |
| New Jeruselem Baptist Church | Budget | $5,000 |
| Individual | Budget | $5,000 |
| Windridge | Budget | $5,000 |
| Baptsis Student Ministry Ut Tyler | Budget | $3,000 |
| First Baptist Church Homer | Budget | $3,000 |
| Ruple Baptist Church | Budget | $3,000 |
| Hebron Baptist Church | Budget | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Thomas D Worley
- Tim Watson
- Dana Worley
Questions people ask
Does The LC and Mary Worley Memorial Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The LC and Mary Worley Memorial Foundation give?
$741,315 in tax year 2025, across 37 grants, with a typical grant of $11,000.
Who runs The LC and Mary Worley Memorial Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Thomas D Worley (President), Tim Watson (Vice Preside) and Dana Worley (Sec. Treas).
What does The LC and Mary Worley Memorial Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, human services and youth programs.