Private foundation · EIN 74-2898359 · Austin, Texas · Philanthropy & grantmaking

The Pacey Family Foundation

Should you approach them?

Don't send a cold proposal. The foundation reports that it only gives to preselected organizations; an introduction through a current grantee or board member is the realistic route.

From the 2024 Form 990-PF: 19 grants paid, $70K total, median $3,500. 100% of grants stayed in Texas.

Accepts applications
No
per 990-PF Part XV
Grants paid, 2024
19
$70K
Median grant
$3,500
Stays in TX
100%
of grants
Deadline
—
Assets
$1.3M

Grants paid in 2024

19 grants, all shown · from Form 990-PF Part XV

RecipientPurposeAmount
St Edward's University Camp ProgramAustin, TXEducation$10K
LifeworksAustin, TXFamily aid$7,500
St Louise HouseAustin, TXFamily aid$7,000
BreakthroughAustin, TXEducation$5,000
SafeAustin, TXFamily aid$5,000
YMCAAustin, TXEducation$5,000
Mainspring SchoolsAustin, TXEducation$5,000
Chariot (drive a Senior)Austin, TXFamily aid$4,000
Mobile Loaves & FishesAustin, TXFamily aid$4,000
Rio Bravo MinistriesMission, TXFamily aid$3,500
Austin SymphonyAustin, TXLife enrichment$2,500
MakariosAustin, TXFamily aid$2,000
Travis County Swim ClubAustin, TXEducation$2,000
Austin Lyric OperaAustin, TXLife enrichment$2,000
Ballet AustinAustin, TXLife enrichment$2,000
Mark Felice FoundationAustin, TXFamily aid$1,500
Austin ZooAustin, TXLife enrichment$1,000
Klru-TvAustin, TXLife enrichment$500
Kut RadioAustin, TXLife enrichment$500

About this foundation

The Pacey Family Foundation is a private grantmaking foundation in Austin, Texas, administered in care of M Susan Pacey, 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.

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Does The Pacey Family Foundation accept grant applications?

No. On its 2024 Form 990-PF the foundation checked that it only makes contributions to preselected organizations. Look for an introduction through a current grantee.

How much does The Pacey Family Foundation give each year?

In tax year 2024 it paid $70K across 19 grants, a median of $3,500.

Where does The Pacey Family Foundation give?

Texas (19 grants), per its latest filing.

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