How to apply
All applications should be written Contact: Missy Kampert, Po Box 701, Abilene, Tx, 3256277070 Deadlines: NONE Restrictions: Recipients must be tax-exempt entities
Quoted from Part XV of the foundation's 2024 Form 990-PF; the full text is in the filing. Confirm on the foundation's website before you write.
Grants paid in 2024
40 grants, all shown · from Form 990-PF Part XV
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Colorado Academy Ca FundDenver, CO | Operational support | $210K |
| Momentum Advisory CollectiveDallas, TX | Operational support | $200K |
| Upaya Zen CenterSanta Fe, NM | Operational support | $150K |
| Comitis Crisis Center IncAurora, CO | Operational support | $100K |
| Environment ColoradoDenver, CO | Operational support | $100K |
| Food Bank of the RockiesDenver, CO | Operational support | $100K |
| San Miguel County Search and RescueTelluride, CO | Operational support | $100K |
| Telluride Medical Center FoundationTelluride, CO | Operational support | $100K |
| Telluride Mountain ClubTelluride, CO | Operational support | $100K |
| Telluride Science Research CenterTelluride, CO | Operational support | $100K |
| Explore AustinAustin, TX | Operational support | $85K |
| Hospice AustinAustin, TX | Operational support | $63K |
| Canine Companions for IndependenceIrving, TX | Operational support | $50K |
| Dumb Friends LeagueDenver, CO | Operational support | $50K |
| MountainfilmTelluride, CO | Operational support | $50K |
| Champions Off the FieldAustin, TX | Operational support | $20K |
| Moosilauke Fresh Air Scholarship FundNew York, NY | Operational support | $20K |
| The Muny Conservancy for HeritageAustin, TX | Operational support | $13K |
| Ski & Snowboard Club VailVail, CO | Operational support | $10K |
| Central Texas Food BankAustin, TX | Operational support | $10K |
| Mobile Loaves and FishesAustin, TX | Operational support | $10K |
| Prodigy Ventures IncDenver, CO | Operational support | $10K |
| Zachary Scott TheatreAustin, TX | Operational support | $10K |
| Austin PBS MembershipAustin, TX | Operational support | $6,000 |
| Austin Pets AliveAustin, TX | Operational support | $5,000 |
| EmancipetAustin, TX | Operational support | $5,000 |
| Kiwanis of Greater Abilene FoundationAbilene, TX | Operational support | $5,000 |
| Pease Park ConservancyAustin, TX | Operational support | $5,000 |
| Friends of the Lbj LibraryAustin, TX | Operational support | $3,500 |
| Helping Hand Home for ChildrenAustin, TX | Operational support | $2,500 |
| National Cutting Horse FoundationFort Worth, TX | Operational support | $2,500 |
| National Park FoundationWashington, DC | Operational support | $2,500 |
| University of Texas Systems Office of External RelationsAustin, TX | Operational support | $2,500 |
| American Quarter Horse FoundationAmarillo, TX | Operational support | $2,000 |
| Austin German Shepherd RescueManor, TX | Operational support | $1,000 |
| Maj for a MissionAustin, TX | Operational support | $1,000 |
| Safe PlaceAustin, TX | Operational support | $1,000 |
| Breakthrough T1dNew York, NY | Operational support | $500 |
| People's Community ClinicAustin, TX | Operational support | $500 |
| West Austin Neighborhood GroupAustin, TX | Operational support | $250 |
By state: Colorado 12 · Texas 24 · New Mexico 1 · New York 2 · District of Columbia 1
About this foundation
Tecumseh Foundation is a private grantmaking foundation in Abilene, Texas, administered in care of John Joseph Matthews, tax-exempt since 1999. Private foundations must pay out roughly 5% of their assets each year, mostly as grants to 501(c)(3) public charities.
Does Tecumseh Foundation accept grant applications?
Yes. On its 2024 Form 990-PF the foundation indicates it accepts applications. All applications should be written Deadlines: NONE.
How much does Tecumseh Foundation give each year?
In tax year 2024 it paid $1.7M across 40 grants, a median of $10K.
Where does Tecumseh Foundation give?
Colorado (12 grants), Texas (24 grants), New Mexico (1 grants) and elsewhere, per its latest filing.
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