Foundations that fund organizations in Olton, Texas
Worked out from where the grants went, not where the foundations sit.
Funding landscape for Olton nonprofits
3 private foundations gave $7,000 to Olton organizations in their latest filings; 1 of the 3 that say either way accept applications.
5 grants in total, with a typical foundation's median grant to Olton around $1,000. 2 of these funders are based in Texas; the rest give here from elsewhere.
- Foundations giving here
- 3
- Accept applications
- 1
- of 3 that state a policy
- Dollars to Olton
- $7,000
- latest filings
- Grants
- 5
- Typical median grant
- $1,000
- Based in TX
- 67%
- of funders listed
Funders, by dollars given to Olton organizations
| Foundation | Based in | Grants here | Dollars here | Median | Accepts applications | Typical purposes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Illges-Chenoweth Foundation Inc | Tyler, TX | 1 | $5,000 | $5,000 | Preselected only | Nursing home / medical care impr |
| Nafzger Family Foundation | Lexington, KY | 3 | $1,000 | $250 | Preselected only | Operating expenses; Operating expneses |
| Zavala Family Foundation | Grand Prairie, TX | 1 | $1,000 | $1,000 | Yes | Assisting with household expenses |
Source: IRS Form 990-PF Part XV, latest electronic return per foundation (2026-10-28). "Accepts applications" reflects the foundation's own checkbox on Part XV line 2. Grants to individuals excluded.
Common questions
Which foundations give to nonprofits in Olton, Texas?
The Illges-Chenoweth Foundation Inc, Nafzger Family Foundation, Zavala Family Foundation reported grants to Olton organizations on their latest Form 990-PF.
How do I approach a foundation that doesn't accept applications?
A foundation that checks "contributes only to preselected organizations" on its 990-PF won't review a cold proposal. Look at who it funds, find a shared board member, grantee or advisor, and ask for an introduction. Foundations that accept applications usually list a contact and deadlines in Part XV; we show that text on each foundation's page.
Is this list complete?
No. It covers private foundations (Form 990-PF filers) whose latest electronic return lists at least one grant to an organization in Olton. Community foundations and corporate giving programs file different forms and are not included yet.