Foundations that fund organizations in Tenaha, Texas
Worked out from where the grants went, not where the foundations sit.
Funding landscape for Tenaha nonprofits
3 private foundations gave $19K to Tenaha organizations in their latest filings; 1 of the 3 that say either way accept applications.
4 grants in total, with a typical foundation's median grant to Tenaha around $5,000. 3 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 Tenaha
- $19K
- latest filings
- Grants
- 4
- Typical median grant
- $5,000
- Based in TX
- 100%
- of funders listed
Funders, by dollars given to Tenaha organizations
| Foundation | Based in | Grants here | Dollars here | Median | Accepts applications | Typical purposes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Bone Hill Foundation | Lufkin, TX | 2 | $13K | $6,500 | Preselected only | Education |
| The Charles C Matthews Foundation | Carthage, TX | 1 | $5,000 | $5,000 | Preselected only | Donation |
| Lewis H Pool Foundation | Carthage, TX | 1 | $1,000 | $1,000 | Yes | General operations |
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 Tenaha, Texas?
The Bone Hill Foundation, The Charles C Matthews Foundation, Lewis H Pool Foundation reported grants to Tenaha 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 Tenaha. Community foundations and corporate giving programs file different forms and are not included yet.