The Parakaleo Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Parakaleo Foundation is a private foundation in Spring, Texas. In tax year 2025 it gave $475,698 in 11 grants; the typical grant was $20,000 and the largest $250,000. 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$475,698
- Number of grants11
- Typical grant$20,000
- Largest grant$250,000
- Assets$7.8 million
- New grantees64%
Giving in 2025 was down from $679,609 the year before.
64% of its 2025 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 | $234,927 | 5 | $3.7 million |
| 2024 | $679,609 | 5 | $7.7 million |
| 2025 | $475,698 | 11 | $7.8 million |
How to apply
The Parakaleo 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 Parakaleo Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to Texas.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Texas | 9 | $440,698 |
| Montana | 1 | $25,000 |
| Missouri | 1 | $10,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Woodsedge Community Church | General operations | $250,000 |
| The Rise School of Houston | General operations | $105,250 |
| Arise Africa | Travel programming | $32,798 |
| Whitefish Community Foundation | Great fish community challenge | $25,000 |
| The Champion Project | General operations | $20,600 |
| The Woodlands Christian Academy | General operations | $20,000 |
| Clothed by Faith | General operations | $10,000 |
| Fellowship of Christian Athletes | General operations | $10,000 |
| The Keyes Ingredients | General operations | $1,050 |
| Jack and Jill of America - the Woodlands Chapter | General operations | $500 |
| The Association of Former Students - Texas A&m University | Scholarship support | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- Wallace Ryan Scott
- Krystal Pfluger Scott
Questions people ask
Does The Parakaleo Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Parakaleo Foundation give?
$475,698 in tax year 2025, across 11 grants, with a typical grant of $20,000.
Who runs The Parakaleo Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Wallace Ryan Scott (Director) and Krystal Pfluger Scott (Director).
What does The Parakaleo Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities and education.