Foundations that fund organizations in Sumner, Texas
Worked out from where the grants went, not where the foundations sit.
Funding landscape for Sumner nonprofits
4 private foundations gave $68K to Sumner organizations in their latest filings; 3 of the 4 that say either way accept applications.
13 grants in total, with a typical foundation's median grant to Sumner around $10K. 4 of these funders are based in Texas; the rest give here from elsewhere.
- Foundations giving here
- 4
- Accept applications
- 3
- of 4 that state a policy
- Dollars to Sumner
- $68K
- latest filings
- Grants
- 13
- Typical median grant
- $10K
- Based in TX
- 100%
- of funders listed
Funders, by dollars given to Sumner organizations
| Foundation | Based in | Grants here | Dollars here | Median | Accepts applications | Typical purposes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nita Thiessen Foundation | Paris, TX | 3 | $30K | $10K | Yes | Fire emergencies |
| Small Town Helping Hands | Honey Grove, TX | 6 | $20K | $3,000 | Yes | Medical; Help |
| Ram Foundation | Paris, TX | 1 | $15K | $15K | Yes | Unrestricted |
| The Joanne Olivard Foundation | Paris, TX | 3 | $3,350 | $500 | Preselected only | Community serivce; Community service; Community services |
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 Sumner, Texas?
Nita Thiessen Foundation, Small Town Helping Hands, Ram Foundation, The Joanne Olivard Foundation reported grants to Sumner 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 Sumner. Community foundations and corporate giving programs file different forms and are not included yet.