Foundations that fund organizations in Ponder, Texas
Worked out from where the grants went, not where the foundations sit.
Funding landscape for Ponder nonprofits
4 private foundations gave $57K to Ponder organizations in their latest filings; 2 of the 4 that say either way accept applications.
4 grants in total, with a typical foundation's median grant to Ponder around $15K. 3 of these funders are based in Texas; the rest give here from elsewhere.
- Foundations giving here
- 4
- Accept applications
- 2
- of 4 that state a policy
- Dollars to Ponder
- $57K
- latest filings
- Grants
- 4
- Typical median grant
- $15K
- Based in TX
- 75%
- of funders listed
Funders, by dollars given to Ponder organizations
| Foundation | Based in | Grants here | Dollars here | Median | Accepts applications | Typical purposes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Tailwind Foundation | San Antonio, TX | 1 | $35K | $35K | Preselected only | General support |
| James a Buddy Davidson Charitable Foundation | Midland, TX | 1 | $15K | $15K | Yes | Care for horses |
| Virginia Hobbs Charitable Trust Simmons Bank Trustee | Fort Worth, TX | 1 | $5,000 | $5,000 | Yes | Reasearch, support and outreach |
| The Brennan Family Charitable Trust | Palos Heights, IL | 1 | $2,045 | $2,045 | Preselected only | Unristricted contribution |
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 Ponder, Texas?
The Tailwind Foundation, James a Buddy Davidson Charitable Foundation, Virginia Hobbs Charitable Trust Simmons Bank Trustee, The Brennan Family Charitable Trust reported grants to Ponder 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 Ponder. Community foundations and corporate giving programs file different forms and are not included yet.