The Margery L Block Charitable Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Margery L Block Charitable Foundation is a private foundation in San Antonio, Texas. In tax year 2025 it gave $3.0 million in 10 grants; the typical grant was $150,000 and the largest $1.0 million. 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$3.0 million
- Number of grants10
- Typical grant$150,000
- Largest grant$1.0 million
- Assets$46.2 million
- New grantees30%
Giving in 2025 was up from $2.5 million the year before.
30% 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 | $533,000 | 3 | $42.2 million |
| 2024 | $2.5 million | 12 | $43.6 million |
| 2025 | $3.0 million | 10 | $46.2 million |
How to apply
The Margery L Block Charitable 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 Margery L Block Charitable Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to Texas.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Texas | 4 | $2.0 million |
| Massachusetts | 3 | $450,000 |
| New York | 2 | $400,000 |
| California | 1 | $150,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center | Contribution to support the innovative programs that advance patient care, research, education, and prevention. | $1.0 million |
| Temple Beth El | Contribution to support community, worship, and learning. | $750,000 |
| Breakthrough T1D | To contribute to improving lives by accelerating breakthroughs to cure, prevent, and treat type 1 diabetes (t1d). | $250,000 |
| Bank of America Charitable Gift Fund - Sechler Fund | Donor advised fund for various charitable organizations | $150,000 |
| Bank of America Charitable Gift Fund - Zeller Daf | Donor advised fund for various charitable organizations | $150,000 |
| Jewish Community Federation of Sf-Stephanie Block Daf | Donor advised fund for various charitable organizations | $150,000 |
| GS Donor Advised Philanthropy Fund Paige Sachs | Donor advised fund for various charitable organizations | $150,000 |
| Bank of America Charitable Gift Fund - Corey Block Fund | Donor advised fund for various charitable organization | $150,000 |
| The University of Texas Health Science Center | Contribution to support integration of art and to enhance the therapeutic environment for students and faculty. | $125,000 |
| Family Violence Prevention Services | Contribution for general support | $100,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Allison Dreeben Zeller
- Lisa Dreeben Sechler
- Paige Dreeben Sachs
- Stephanie Leigh Block
- Corey Alexis Block
Questions people ask
Does The Margery L Block Charitable Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Margery L Block Charitable Foundation give?
$3.0 million in tax year 2025, across 10 grants, with a typical grant of $150,000.
Who runs The Margery L Block Charitable Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Allison Dreeben Zeller (President), Lisa Dreeben Sechler (Vice President/Secretary), Paige Dreeben Sachs (Vice President/Asst. Treasurer) and Stephanie Leigh Block (Vice President/Asst. Secretary) among 5 officers and trustees.
What does The Margery L Block Charitable Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, health and science and research.