The Tomblin Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Tomblin Family Foundation is a private foundation in San Marcos, Texas. In tax year 2025 it gave $151,700 in 17 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 and the largest $25,000. 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$151,700
- Number of grants17
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$25,000
- Assets$2.8 million
- New grantees47%
Giving in 2025 was up from $148,431 the year before.
47% 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 | $155,000 | 25 | $2.6 million |
| 2024 | $148,431 | 21 | $2.7 million |
| 2025 | $151,700 | 17 | $2.8 million |
How to apply
The Tomblin Family 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 Tomblin Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 5 states, the most to Texas.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Texas | 12 | $115,250 |
| Colorado | 2 | $21,950 |
| Virginia | 1 | $10,000 |
| Oklahoma | 1 | $3,500 |
| Iowa | 1 | $1,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Home Home | Housing assistance for aging musicia | $25,000 |
| Raices Raices | Promoting justice through free legal | $22,500 |
| Full Circle Program Full Circle Program | Provide safe place for teen recovery | $20,200 |
| Foster Angels of Cen TX Foster Angels of Cen TX | Improve the lives of foster care | $20,000 |
| Lonestar Legacy Lonestar Legacy | Assist children with medical needs | $12,500 |
| Kut Radio Kut Radio | Exp that deepen understanding/connec | $10,000 |
| The Nature Conservancy the Nature Conservancy | Conserve land and waterways | $10,000 |
| Indigenous Cultures Institute Indigenous Cultures Institute | Sacred springs pow-wow | $8,000 |
| Austin Allies Austin Allies | Family vol that serve greater austin | $5,000 |
| Texsar Texsar | Specialized services disaster relief | $5,000 |
| River Monsters Scholars River Monster Scholars | Scholarships for deserving youth | $3,500 |
| Juneteenth Foundation Juneteenth Foundation | Structure & sustainability of event | $2,500 |
| Texas State Univ Athletics Texas State Univ Athletics | Support for student athlete scholars | $2,500 |
| Cycle Movement Cycle Movement | Cycling for disabled athletes | $1,750 |
| Univ of Texas Law School Foundation Univ of Texas Law School Foundation | Support for univ of tx school of law | $1,250 |
| Clifford Antone Foundation Clifford Antone Foundation | Promote austin music | $1,000 |
| Happy Doggo Happy Doggo | Global street dog control | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Tomblin Rebecca
- Carnes Keith
- Carnes Tiffany
- Walter Amber
Questions people ask
Does The Tomblin Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Tomblin Family Foundation give?
$151,700 in tax year 2025, across 17 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs The Tomblin Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Tomblin Rebecca (President), Carnes Keith (Treasurer), Carnes Tiffany (Co-Secretary) and Walter Amber (Co-Secretary).
What does The Tomblin Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly youth programs, arts and culture and human services.