The Leon Jaworski Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Leon Jaworski Foundation is a private foundation in Houston, Texas. In tax year 2024 it gave $165,000 in 8 grants; the typical grant was $10,000 and the largest $62,000. 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$165,000
- Number of grants8
- Typical grant$10,000
- Largest grant$62,000
- Assets$2.3 million
- New grantees0%
Giving in 2024 was up from $145,000 the year before.
0% 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 | $145,000 | 8 | $2.2 million |
| 2024 | $165,000 | 8 | $2.3 million |
How to apply
The Leon Jaworski 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 Leon Jaworski Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to Texas.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Texas | 7 | $160,000 |
| New York | 1 | $5,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Baylor University University Dev | Educational | $62,000 |
| American Leadership Forum | Educational | $50,000 |
| Communities In School Houston Inc | Educational | $15,000 |
| Houston Urban Debate League | Educational | $10,000 |
| Trinity Edwards Springs Protection | Environmental and Educational | $10,000 |
| Baylor College of Medicine | Educational | $8,000 |
| Houston Symphony Society | Cultural | $5,000 |
| Grameen America | Educational and Cultural | $5,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Joseph Jaworski
- John Draper
- Robert Draper
- Joseph S Jaworski
- Bradley J B Tobin
Questions people ask
Does The Leon Jaworski Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Leon Jaworski Foundation give?
$165,000 in tax year 2024, across 8 grants, with a typical grant of $10,000.
Who runs The Leon Jaworski Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Joseph Jaworski (Chair), John Draper (Treasurer), Robert Draper (Secretary) and Joseph S Jaworski (Vice Chair) among 5 officers and trustees.
What does The Leon Jaworski Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education and arts and culture.