William Jesse Godwin Foundation
Accepts applications
William Jesse Godwin Foundation is a private foundation in Whitesboro, Texas. In tax year 2025 it gave $56,126 in 10 grants; the typical grant was $3,750 and the largest $22,776. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$56,126
- Number of grants10
- Typical grant$3,750
- Largest grant$22,776
- Assets$0
- New grantees38%
Giving in 2025 was up from $37,485 the year before.
38% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a mix of repeat and new grantees.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $22,500 | 5 | $0 |
| 2024 | $37,485 | 8 | $0 |
| 2025 | $56,126 | 10 | $0 |
How to apply
| Contact | William Jess Godwin Foundation PO Box 739, Whitesboro, TX 76273 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (903) 564-6695 |
| What to submit | Letter to request funds. Include proof of non-profit status or name of governmental entity. |
| Restrictions | To benefit residents of west grayson county, Texas. |
What William Jesse Godwin Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to Texas.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Texas | 9 | $53,626 |
| Oklahoma | 1 | $2,500 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| City of Whitesboro | Update park | $22,776 |
| Various Texas Universities | Academic scholarships | $10,000 |
| First Baptist Church | Benevolence | $5,000 |
| Grayson County College | Academic scholarship | $5,000 |
| City of Tioga | Purchase of k9 unit | $5,000 |
| Oklahoma State University | Academic scholarship | $2,500 |
| Collinsville Cemetery Association | Grounds keeping | $2,000 |
| Individual | Helping children | $2,000 |
| Collinsville Church of Christ | Operations | $1,000 |
| Individual | Funds for school | $850 |
Officers and trustees
- Gene Bryan
- Cary Bryan
- Bonnie Patterson
- Brian Parrish
- Ricky Patterson
- Phil Harris
Questions people ask
Does William Jesse Godwin Foundation accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications.
How much does William Jesse Godwin Foundation give?
$56,126 in tax year 2025, across 10 grants, with a typical grant of $3,750.
Who runs William Jesse Godwin Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Gene Bryan (Vice President), Cary Bryan (President), Bonnie Patterson (Secretary) and Brian Parrish (Trustee) among 6 officers and trustees.
What does William Jesse Godwin Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education and faith communities.