Wooley Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Wooley Family Foundation is a private foundation in Houston, Texas. In tax year 2024 it gave $137,200 in 14 grants; the typical grant was $4,000 and the largest $70,900. 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$137,200
- Number of grants14
- Typical grant$4,000
- Largest grant$70,900
- Assets$3.0 million
- New grantees64%
Giving in 2024 was down from $138,705 the year before.
64% 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 | $138,705 | 13 | $2.7 million |
| 2024 | $137,200 | 14 | $3.0 million |
How to apply
Wooley 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.
What Wooley Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 5 states, the most to Louisiana.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Louisiana | 2 | $72,900 |
| Texas | 7 | $38,200 |
| New York | 3 | $18,000 |
| North Carolina | 1 | $6,100 |
| Colorado | 1 | $2,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| LSU Foundation | Education | $70,900 |
| Memorial Drive United Methodist | Charity | $29,900 |
| Samaritans Purse | Charity | $6,100 |
| Brain & Behavior Research Found | Health | $6,000 |
| Nantz National Aizheimer Center | Health | $6,000 |
| Puppies Behind Bars | Charity | $6,000 |
| Tunnels to Towers Foundation | Charity | $6,000 |
| LSU Tiger Althetic Foundation | Education | $2,000 |
| YMCA of the Rockies | Charity | $2,000 |
| Memorial Assistance Ministries | Charity | $1,000 |
| W Houston Assistance Ministries | Charity | $1,000 |
| Wesley Community Center | Charity | $100 |
| St Angela Morici Church | Charity | $100 |
| Catherdral High School | Education | $100 |
Officers and trustees
- Gary R Wooley
- Diana L Wooley
- Tanya J Wooley
- Todd R Wooley
- Tamara L Nesser
Questions people ask
Does Wooley Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Wooley Family Foundation give?
$137,200 in tax year 2024, across 14 grants, with a typical grant of $4,000.
Who runs Wooley Family Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Gary R Wooley (Director), Diana L Wooley (Director), Tanya J Wooley (Director) and Todd R Wooley (Director) among 5 officers and trustees.
What does Wooley Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, faith communities and health.