Walter Connally Powell Jr Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Walter Connally Powell Jr Foundation is a private foundation in Dallas, Texas. In tax year 2024 it gave $205,312 in 20 grants; the typical grant was $8,500 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 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$205,312
- Number of grants20
- Typical grant$8,500
- Largest grant$25,000
- Assets$2.6 million
- New grantees5%
Giving in 2024 was up from $195,406 the year before.
5% of its 2024 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, so most of its money goes to organizations it already funds.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $195,406 | 21 | $2.4 million |
| 2024 | $205,312 | 20 | $2.6 million |
How to apply
Walter Connally Powell Jr 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 Walter Connally Powell Jr Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 12 states, the most to North Carolina.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| North Carolina | 3 | $60,000 |
| Virginia | 3 | $40,000 |
| Texas | 3 | $22,000 |
| Alabama | 1 | $20,000 |
| Minnesota | 1 | $17,312 |
| District of Columbia | 3 | $15,000 |
| Tennessee | 1 | $10,000 |
| California | 1 | $5,000 |
| Florida | 1 | $5,000 |
| New York | 1 | $5,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Samaritan's Purse | Charitable Contribution | $25,000 |
| US Space Rocket Center | Charitable Contribution | $20,000 |
| Billy Graham Evangelistic Associati | Charitable Contribution | $19,000 |
| Individual | Scholarship | $17,312 |
| The Independence Fund | Charitable Contribution | $16,000 |
| Young America Foundation | Charitable Contribution | $15,000 |
| Leadership Institute | Charitable Contribution | $15,000 |
| Responsible Pet Owners | Charitable Contribution | $13,000 |
| St Jude's Childrens | Charitable Contribution | $10,000 |
| The NRA Foundation | Charitable Contribution | $10,000 |
| People Attempting to Help | Charitable Contribution | $7,000 |
| Gary Sinise Foundation | Charitable Contribution | $5,000 |
| The Fisher House | Charitable Contribution | $5,000 |
| Shriners Hospitals for Children | Charitable Contribution | $5,000 |
| Judicial Watch | Charitable Contribution | $5,000 |
| Tunnel to Towers Foundation | Charitable Contribution | $5,000 |
| Accuracy in Media Inc | Charitable Contribution | $5,000 |
| The Coolidge Foundation | Charitable Contribution | $3,000 |
| The SAR Foundation | Charitable Contribution | $3,000 |
| Town North Family YMCA | Charitable Contribution | $2,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Walter Connally Powell
- Edward D Biggers
- Frederick E Clarke IV
Questions people ask
Does Walter Connally Powell Jr Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Walter Connally Powell Jr Foundation give?
$205,312 in tax year 2024, across 20 grants, with a typical grant of $8,500.
Who runs Walter Connally Powell Jr Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Walter Connally Powell (President), Edward D Biggers (Secretary) and Frederick E Clarke IV (Treasurer).
What does Walter Connally Powell Jr Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly health and youth programs.