Updated Nov 3, 2026
Private foundations based in San Marcos, Texas
4 grantmaking foundations headquartered in San Marcos, Texas, holding $90M in assets. Ranked by grants paid in their latest 990-PF; 0 on this page say they accept applications. For foundations ranked by where their grants went, see local funders.
| Foundation | Grants paid | Median grant | Accepts applications | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Eleanor Crook Foundationsince 1999 | $10M46 grants · 2024 | $109K | Preselected only | $83M |
| Miriam and Emmett McCoy Foundationsince 1994 | $1.9M7 grants · 2024 | $100K | Preselected only | $2.1M |
| Tomblin Family Foundationsince 2001 | $152K17 grants · 2025 | $5,000 | Preselected only | $2.2M |
| Newman Foundationsince 1997 | $84K11 grants · 2024 | $5,000 | Preselected only | $2.6M |
Sources: IRS Business Master File (assets), ProPublica Nonprofit Explorer and IRS 990-PF e-file (grants paid, application policy). "Accepts applications" reflects the foundation's own Part XV checkbox.
Open grant programs in Texas
All 2| Deadline | Grant | Funder | Award ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rollingno deadline | Texas Commission on the Arts — Organizational GrantsStateTexas Commission on the Arts | Texas Commission on the Arts | Not listed |
| Rollingno deadline | Humanities Texas — Humanities GrantsStateHumanities Texas | Humanities Texas | Not listed |
Common questions
How many private foundations are based in San Marcos, Texas?
Our directory lists 4 private grantmaking foundations in San Marcos, Texas with at least $1 million in assets, holding a combined $90M. The data comes from the IRS Exempt Organizations Business Master File and Form 990-PF.
How do I get a grant from a private foundation?
Start with foundations that already fund organizations like yours nearby. Read the grantee list on each profile, check whether the foundation accepts applications (it says so on its 990-PF), and lead with a short letter of inquiry. Many family foundations fund only organizations they already know; an introduction through a shared grantee or board member works better than a cold proposal.
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