The Rachael and Ben Vaughan Foundation
Accepts applications
The Rachael and Ben Vaughan Foundation is a private foundation in San Antonio, Texas. In tax year 2023 it gave $862,790 in 31 grants; the typical grant was $15,000 and the largest $200,000. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2023.
- Grants paid, 2023$862,790
- Number of grants31
- Typical grant$15,000
- Largest grant$200,000
- Assets$13.4 million
- New grantees55%
Giving in 2023 was up from $412,500 the year before.
55% of its 2023 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | $412,500 | 32 | $12.1 million |
| 2023 | $862,790 | 31 | $13.4 million |
How to apply
| Contact | James C Vaughan III P O Box 460968, San Antonio, TX 78246-0968 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (210) 222-0335, grants@rbvfoundation.org |
| What to submit | The grant inquiry application (downloaded from http://www.rbvfoundation.org/making) must be completed and submitted by september 1st to grants@rbvfoundation.org. |
| Deadlines | Applications are due by september 1st. |
| Restrictions | Grants are awarded in the area of health care, human rights, religious support, substance abuse, education, environmental preservation and poverty reduction. |
Foundation website IRS filings on ProPublica
What The Rachael and Ben Vaughan Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 5 states, the most to Texas.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Texas | 21 | $689,500 |
| California | 4 | $135,000 |
| New York | 4 | $28,290 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $5,000 |
| Maryland | 1 | $5,000 |
Grants paid in 2023
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Texas A&m University Kingsville | Education | $200,000 |
| Caesar Kleberg Wildlife Research | Wildlife preservation | $100,000 |
| Stanford University | Education | $85,000 |
| Eanes Education Foundation | Education | $75,000 |
| St Ignatius Martyr Catholic School | Education | $75,000 |
| La Pena | Preserving & celebrating cultures | $35,000 |
| St Stephen's Episcopal School | Education | $25,000 |
| Planned Parenthood of South Texas | Provide health care and information | $22,500 |
| Respite Care of San Antonio | Assist children with special needs | $20,000 |
| Association for the Study of Women | General support | $15,000 |
| Austin PBS | Support educational media | $15,000 |
| Capital Area Parkinson's Society | Provide free support and resources | $15,000 |
| Central Texas Food Bank | Fight against hunger | $15,000 |
| Child Legacy International | Build sustainable communities | $15,000 |
| Kut Radio | Media support | $15,000 |
| Power for Parkinson's | Provide support through activities | $15,000 |
| The Texas Tribune | Support journalism | $15,000 |
| Mobile Loaves & Fishes Inc | Food assistance | $12,000 |
| Blue Lapis Light Inc | Aerial dance & movement classes | $10,000 |
| Emancipet Inc | Affordable vet care | $10,000 |
| Frequencies of Change Media | Media support | $10,000 |
| San Antonio Food Bank | Food assistance | $10,000 |
| Sissy Farenthold Fund for Peace and Social Justice | Academic, advocacy, & creative work | $10,000 |
| Snipsa | Care for homeless dogs & cats | $10,000 |
| Iawrt-Usa | Advance impact of women in media | $5,290 |
| Catw International | End human trafficking | $5,000 |
| Corporate Accountability International | Human rights advocacy | $5,000 |
| Media Freedom Foundation | Support investigative research | $5,000 |
| San Antonio Book Festival | Promote literacy | $5,000 |
| Women's Alliance for Theology Ethics and Ritual | Religious and social change | $5,000 |
| Fairness & Accuracy in Reporting | Advocate for greater press diversity | $3,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Ben F Vaughan III
- Daphne Vaughan
- Ben F Vaughan IV
- Genevieve Vaughan
Questions people ask
Does The Rachael and Ben Vaughan Foundation accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications, with this on deadlines: Applications are due by september 1st..
How much does The Rachael and Ben Vaughan Foundation give?
$862,790 in tax year 2023, across 31 grants, with a typical grant of $15,000.
Who runs The Rachael and Ben Vaughan Foundation?
Its 2023 filing lists Ben F Vaughan III (President), Daphne Vaughan (Sec & Treasu), Ben F Vaughan IV (Vice Preside) and Genevieve Vaughan (Vice Preside).
What does The Rachael and Ben Vaughan Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, environment and conservation and faith communities.