Weir Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Weir Family Foundation is a private foundation in Houston, Texas. In tax year 2024 it gave $26,600 in 5 grants; the typical grant was $2,000 and the largest $17,000. 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$26,600
- Number of grants5
- Typical grant$2,000
- Largest grant$17,000
- Assets$11,028
- New grantees80%
Giving in 2024 was down from $41,500 the year before.
80% 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 | $41,500 | 3 | $7,225 |
| 2024 | $26,600 | 5 | $11,028 |
How to apply
Weir 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.
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in Texas.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Texas | 5 | $26,600 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| The Rise School | Exempt function | $17,000 |
| Focus | Exempt organization | $5,000 |
| Houston Livestock Rodeo | Exempt organization | $2,000 |
| Beloved and Beyond | Exempt function | $1,600 |
| Memorial Village Police Foundation | Exempt organization | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Donald V Weir
- Julie Weir
- Lara Tate
- Paul Tate
- Lisa Weir
- Eric Weir
- Shannon Weir
Questions people ask
Does Weir Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Weir Family Foundation give?
$26,600 in tax year 2024, across 5 grants, with a typical grant of $2,000.
Who runs Weir Family Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Donald V Weir (Foundation Mana), Julie Weir (Director), Lara Tate (Director) and Paul Tate (Director) among 7 officers and trustees.