The Meyer Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
The Meyer Foundation Inc is a private foundation in Bellaire, Texas. In tax year 2024 it gave $184,000 in 32 grants; the typical grant was $2,500 and the largest $22,000. 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$184,000
- Number of grants32
- Typical grant$2,500
- Largest grant$22,000
- Assets$3.8 million
- New grantees53%
Giving in 2024 was up from $165,500 the year before.
53% of its 2024 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a sign it is open to new organizations.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $165,500 | 26 | $3.6 million |
| 2024 | $184,000 | 32 | $3.8 million |
How to apply
The Meyer Foundation Inc 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 Meyer Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 10 states, the most to Texas.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Texas | 22 | $146,500 |
| Florida | 1 | $14,000 |
| Oregon | 2 | $12,500 |
| North Carolina | 1 | $2,000 |
| Arizona | 1 | $1,700 |
| California | 1 | $1,700 |
| Georgia | 1 | $1,700 |
| Minnesota | 1 | $1,700 |
| Pennsylvania | 1 | $1,700 |
| Colorado | 1 | $500 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| San Augustine Legacy Group | General support | $22,000 |
| St Francis Episcopal Day School | General support | $20,000 |
| Generation One | General support | $15,000 |
| Reef Environmental Education Foundation | General support | $14,000 |
| Star of Hope Women's Shelter | General support | $14,000 |
| The Forge for Families | General support | $10,000 |
| Yellowstone Academy | General support | $10,000 |
| Living Hope Youth Ranch | General support | $8,500 |
| San Augustine Community Athletic Association | General support | $8,500 |
| Camp Allen the Episcopal Diocese of Texas | General support | $7,000 |
| Hope and Healing Center & Institute | General support | $6,000 |
| Boys and Girls Club of Deep East Texas | General support | $5,000 |
| San Augustine Friends of the Library | General support | $5,000 |
| Hope Mommies | General support | $4,000 |
| St Martin's Episcopal Church | General support | $3,500 |
| A Place for US Greyhounds | General support | $2,500 |
| Dear John Michael Foundation for Fighting Duchenne Muscular Dystrop | General support | $2,500 |
| Friends of Levitt Pavillion Houston Inc | General support | $2,500 |
| Reflection Ministries of Texas | General support | $2,500 |
| The Springboard Center | General support | $2,500 |
| Archibald Project | General support | $2,000 |
| Camp for All Foundation | General support | $2,000 |
| Foundations Kenya | General support | $2,000 |
| Reformed University Fellowship | General support | $2,000 |
| Center for Agricultural Resilience | General support | $1,700 |
| Healing Hearts Rescue | General support | $1,700 |
| Paws for Change Foundation | General support | $1,700 |
| Pollinator Partnership | General support | $1,700 |
| Rodale Institute | General support | $1,700 |
| Trinity School of Midland | General support | $1,000 |
| Vita Living Inc | General support | $1,000 |
| Denver Seminary | General support | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- C Fred Meyer
- Lucy Mitchell
- Kenneth Meyer
Questions people ask
Does The Meyer Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Meyer Foundation Inc give?
$184,000 in tax year 2024, across 32 grants, with a typical grant of $2,500.
Who runs The Meyer Foundation Inc?
Its 2024 filing lists C Fred Meyer (Secretary/Treasurer), Lucy Mitchell (President) and Kenneth Meyer (Vice President).
What does The Meyer Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, faith communities and youth programs.