Wayne & Jo Ann Moore Charitable Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Wayne & Jo Ann Moore Charitable Foundation is a private foundation in Midland, Texas. In tax year 2024 it gave $3.4 million in 129 grants; the typical grant was $20,000 and the largest $220,000. 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$3.4 million
- Number of grants129
- Typical grant$20,000
- Largest grant$220,000
- Assets$75.5 million
- New grantees40%
Giving in 2024 was up from $2.6 million the year before.
40% 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 | $2.6 million | 99 | $70.8 million |
| 2024 | $3.4 million | 129 | $75.5 million |
How to apply
Wayne & Jo Ann Moore Charitable 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 Wayne & Jo Ann Moore Charitable Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 9 states, the most to Texas.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Texas | 115 | $3.2 million |
| California | 5 | $80,000 |
| Oklahoma | 2 | $77,000 |
| Missouri | 2 | $30,000 |
| Florida | 1 | $25,000 |
| New Mexico | 1 | $20,000 |
| Montana | 1 | $15,000 |
| North Carolina | 1 | $15,000 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $10,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| West Texas Food Bank | Operating expenses | $220,000 |
| Bynum School | Operating expenses | $144,000 |
| Mission Agape | Operating expenses | $142,000 |
| Manor Park Inc | Operating expenses | $100,000 |
| Springboard Center | Operating expense | $100,000 |
| Permian Basin Area Foundation | Operating expenses | $85,000 |
| Texas Christian University | Operating expenses | $80,000 |
| YMCA of Midland | Operational expense | $75,000 |
| Spectrum of Solutions | Operating expenses | $70,000 |
| Basin Dream Center for Orphans | Operating expenses | $60,000 |
| Texas Tech University Health Sciences | Operating expenses | $60,000 |
| Will Rogers Memorial Foundation | Operating expense | $57,000 |
| Candlelight Ranch | Operating expenses | $55,000 |
| Senior Life Midland | Operating expenses | $55,000 |
| Hardin-Simmons University | Operating expenses | $50,000 |
| High Sky Children's Ranch | Operating expenses | $50,000 |
| Partnerships for Children | Operating expenses | $50,000 |
| The Arc of the Capital Area | Operating expenses | $50,000 |
| University of North Texas Foundation | Operating expenses | $50,000 |
| YMCA Armed Services | Operational expenses | $50,000 |
| Sammys House | Operating expenses | $48,000 |
| Age of Central Texas DBA Austn Groups for the Elderly | Operating expenses | $40,000 |
| Safe Place of the Permian Basin | Operating expenses | $40,000 |
| Share | Operating expenses | $40,000 |
| Texas State University Development Foundation | Operating expenses | $40,000 |
| Wonders & Worries Inc | Operating expenses | $40,000 |
| Buckner Children and Family Services | Operating expense | $30,000 |
| Camp Fire | Operating expenses | $30,000 |
| Midland College Foundation | Scholarship fund | $30,000 |
| Mission Center Adult Day Services | Operating expenses | $30,000 |
| Recording Library of West Texas | Operating expenses | $30,000 |
| Casa de Amigos | Operating expenses | $25,000 |
| Center for Big Bend Studies | Operating expenses | $25,000 |
| Combined Arms | Operating expenses | $25,000 |
| Family Promise of Midland | Operating expense | $25,000 |
| Guide Dogs for the Blind Inc | Operating expense | $25,000 |
| Hospice of Midland | Operating expense | $25,000 |
| Lubbock Meals on Wheels | Operating expenses | $25,000 |
| Midland Children's Rehabilitation Center | Operating expenses | $25,000 |
| Operation Healing Forces Inc | Operating expenses | $25,000 |
Officers and trustees
- James Moore
- Ann Moore Jensen
- Elizabeth Jensen
- Dauphen Jackson
- Marilyn Jackson
- Kathleen Cotter
- Karen Moore
- William Jensen
- James Carter III
Questions people ask
Does Wayne & Jo Ann Moore Charitable Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Wayne & Jo Ann Moore Charitable Foundation give?
$3.4 million in tax year 2024, across 129 grants, with a typical grant of $20,000.
Who runs Wayne & Jo Ann Moore Charitable Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists James Moore (Exec. Director/President), Ann Moore Jensen (Director), Elizabeth Jensen (Director) and Dauphen Jackson (Director) among 9 officers and trustees.
What does Wayne & Jo Ann Moore Charitable Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, youth programs and faith communities.