Waycaster Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Waycaster Foundation is a private foundation in Cypress, Texas. In tax year 2024 it gave $20,080 in 17 grants; the typical grant was $500 and the largest $5,000. 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$20,080
- Number of grants17
- Typical grant$500
- Largest grant$5,000
- Assets$250,930
- New grantees41%
Giving in 2024 was up from $17,330 the year before.
41% 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 | $17,330 | 13 | $174,054 |
| 2024 | $20,080 | 17 | $250,930 |
How to apply
Waycaster 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 Waycaster Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 10 states, the most to Texas.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Texas | 4 | $6,530 |
| New Mexico | 1 | $5,000 |
| Mississippi | 4 | $3,150 |
| Indiana | 1 | $2,500 |
| Florida | 1 | $1,200 |
| New York | 2 | $600 |
| Kentucky | 1 | $500 |
| Tennessee | 1 | $400 |
| Georgia | 1 | $100 |
| Maryland | 1 | $100 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Randy White Ministries | Educational | $5,000 |
| Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo | Educational | $2,830 |
| Create Foundation | Educational, homeless, aid to needy | $2,750 |
| Mission Dignity | Educational | $2,500 |
| Grace Ambassadors Bible Fellowship | Educational | $2,500 |
| Campus Crusade for Christ | Educational | $1,200 |
| Tomball Baseball Alumni Association | Educational | $700 |
| Tunnel to Towers Foundation | Wellness and healthcare | $500 |
| MD Anderson Cancer Center | Research | $500 |
| Answers in Genesis | Educational | $500 |
| St Judes Childrens Research Hospital | Research | $400 |
| Sanctuary Hospice House | Wellness and healthcare | $200 |
| First Baptist Church Statesboro | Wellness and healthcare | $100 |
| Pontocola Cemetery Association | Wellness and healthcare | $100 |
| Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation | Research | $100 |
| Plantersville Cemetery Association | Wellness and healthcare | $100 |
| American Cancer Society | Wellness and healthcare | $100 |
Officers and trustees
- Billy W Waycaster
- Patricia M Waycaster
- Kimberely D Waycaster
Questions people ask
Does Waycaster Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Waycaster Foundation give?
$20,080 in tax year 2024, across 17 grants, with a typical grant of $500.
Who runs Waycaster Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Billy W Waycaster (Trustee), Patricia M Waycaster (Trustee) and Kimberely D Waycaster (Trustee).
What does Waycaster Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, faith communities and health.