August 11, 2021

How the Kronkosky Foundation Supports Four Counties in Texas

August 11, 2021/ Ade Adeniji

After Albert Kronkosky Jr's death, the Kronkosky Charitable Foundation received its principal funding of $295 million as a distribution from his estate. Today, it's laser-focused on supporting four counties in Texas.

August 11, 2021

How the Moody Foundation Approaches Grantmaking

August 11, 2021/ Alyssa Ochs

The Galveston-based Moody Foundation has over a billion dollars in assets and is one of the most powerful grantmakers in Texas. However, this private family foundation does grantmaking a little bit differently.

June 30, 2021

How the Permian Basin Area Foundation Gives in West Texas

June 30, 2021/ Alyssa Ochs

The Permian Basin Area Foundation is an important philanthropic resource in West Texas. Here we take a closer look at the types of causes PBAF supports at the local level.

June 29, 2021

Four Key Things to Know about the Rees-Jones Foundation

June 29, 2021/ Alyssa Ochs

This is a great funder to know for conservative Christian groups and youth-focused nonprofits in the Dallas/Fort Worth area. Here are four key details for local nonprofits to keep in mind.

June 29, 2021

How the King Foundation Approaches Grantmaking in North & West Texas

June 29, 2021/ Alyssa Ochs

With around $70 million in assets, the Carl B. and Florence E. King Foundation awards about $3 million in grants each year. Here are some key details about what this local funder looks for in grantees.

June 28, 2021

The Other Perot Who Gives: An Overview of Sarah and Ross Perot Jr.'s Philanthropy

June 28, 2021/ Ade Adeniji

We're often excited by philanthropy that spans multiple generations. In this case, we dig into the grantmaking of Ross Perot Jr. and his wife's Sarah's foundation, and the work they've been doing in Texas.

June 28, 2021

Four Things to Know About Joe Jamail's Texas Philanthropy

June 28, 2021/ Ade Adeniji

One of the richest trial lawyers around, Joe Jamail and his late wife Lee are Texas staples. We dig into the the history of their philanthropy.

June 28, 2021

The Lowdown on Meadows’ Local Giving in Texas

June 28, 2021/ Alyssa Ochs

We thought the Meadows Foundation deserved a place in our Southwest funding guide because of its commitment to Texas. Here are a few key observations to keep in mind about this Texas grantmaker.

June 28, 2021

What the Paso del Norte Health Foundation is Up To in Texas and New Mexico

June 28, 2021/ Alyssa Ochs

If your nonprofit operates in West Texas or Southern New Mexico, here’s what you need to know about Paso del Norte grantmaking. This is a specialized funder that exclusively sticks to local causes.

June 28, 2021

Here's How the David Weekley Family Foundation Gives Away Money in Texas

June 28, 2021/ Ade Adeniji

We dig into the David Weekley Family Foundation's Texas grantmaking, which includes supporting education, religious organizations, and a lot of human services work.

June 22, 2021

How Richard Rainwater Gives Away Money in Texas

June 22, 2021/ Alyssa Ochs

Billionaire investor has spent most of his life in Fort Worth, so it's no surprise that much of his philanthropy is focused there, and particularly his education giving. Here are a few key details.

October 08, 2016

What St. David’s New Initiative Promises for Central Texas Health Groups

October 08, 2016/ Alyssa Ochs

Opportunity Grants are aimed at supporting local nonprofits pioneering innovative ways to address healthcare challenges facing the region. Here's how the funder's focus is shifting and what it's most interested in.