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Engraved Pencil Foundation is a private corporation based in HOUSTON, TX. The foundation received its IRS ruling in 2018. The principal officer is Griffin Everett Jones. It holds total assets of $14.4M. Annual income is reported at $9.1M. Total assets have grown from $2.9M in 2019 to $14.4M in 2024. The foundation is governed by 4 officers and trustees. The foundation operates in the area of philanthropy & grantmaking. According to its most recent filing, the foundation only makes contributions to preselected charitable organizations. Tax records are available from 2020 to 2024. Grantmaking is concentrated in Texas. According to available records, Engraved Pencil Foundation has made 75 grants totaling $2.9M, with a median grant of $25K. Annual giving has grown from $318K in 2020 to $977K in 2023. Grantmaking activity was highest in 2022 with $1.2M distributed across 34 grants. Individual grants have ranged from $2K to $350K, with an average award of $38K. The foundation has supported 28 unique organizations. The foundation primarily supports organizations in Texas, Florida, Missouri, which account for 72% of all grants. Grantmaking reaches organizations across 7 states. Contributions to this foundation are tax-deductible.
Smallest Grant
$3K
Median Grant
$23K
Average Grant
$31K
Largest Grant
$100K
Based on 11 grants from the most recent 990-PF filing.
No program descriptions are available for this foundation. Many private foundations report program activities in their annual 990-PF filings — check the Tax Filings section below for the most recent filing.
Engraved Pencil Foundation primarily funds organizations in the area of philanthropy & grantmaking. Based on available records, the foundation has funded 75 grants. Its grantmaking reaches organizations primarily in TX, FL, MO.
Engraved Pencil Foundation has distributed a total of $2.9M across 75 grants. The median grant size is $25K, with an average of $38K. Individual grants have ranged from $2K to $350K.
Engraved Pencil Foundation typically selects its grantees rather than accepting unsolicited proposals. The application deadline is A MINIMUM OF 30 DAYS NOTICE IS REQUIRED FOR CONSIDERATION.. Donations must benefit non-profit organizations with tax exemption under section 501c(3) or (6) of the internal revenue code which are considered charitable civic, educational, recreational, and/or received the majority of their support through outside funding.
Engraved Pencil Foundation is headquartered in HOUSTON, TX. While based in TX, the foundation distributes grants to organizations across 7 states.
| Name | Title | Compensation | Benefits | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Griffin E Jones | PRESIDENT | $0 | $0 | N/A |
| Kale G Jones | VICE PRESIDE | $0 | $0 | N/A |
| Kennedy E Jones | VICE PRESIDE | $0 | $0 | N/A |
| Mindi M Jones | SECRETARY | $0 | $0 | N/A |
Total Giving
N/A
Total Assets
$14.4M
Fair Market Value
N/A
Net Worth
$14.4M
Grants Paid
N/A
Contributions
N/A
Net Investment Income
N/A
Distribution Amount
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Total Grants
75
Total Giving
$2.9M
Average Grant
$38K
Median Grant
$25K
Unique Recipients
28
Most Common Grant
$5K
of 2023 grantees were first-time recipients
| Recipient | Location | Amount | Year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Athletes In ActionGENERAL OPERATIONS | Orlando, FL | $350K | 2023 |
| Hope InternationalGENERAL OPERATIONS | Lancaster, PA | $25K | 2023 |
| Miller FoundationGENERAL OPERATIONS | Dallas, TX | $5K | 2023 |
| Houston Methodist HospitalGENERAL OPERATIONS | Houston, TX | $125K | 2023 |
| Fellowship Of Christian AthletesGENERAL OPERATIONS | Kansas City, MO | $125K | 2023 |
| Oak Grove MinistriesGENERAL OPERATIONS | Menlo Park, CA | $75K | 2023 |
| World Hope MinistriesGENERAL OPERATIONS | Houston, TX | $50K | 2023 |
| Northwest Houston FcaGENERAL OPERATIONS | Houston, TX | $50K | 2023 |
| Peace Gospel InternationalGENERAL OPERATIONS | Katy, TX | $40K | 2023 |
| Toolbox MinistriesGENERAL OPERATIONS | Houston, TX | $30K | 2023 |
| Covenant House TexasGENERAL OPERATIONS | Houston, TX | $30K | 2023 |
| Pokes With A PurposeGENERAL OPERATIONS | Tulsa, OK | $25K | 2023 |
| Young Life VailGENERAL OPERATIONS | Colorado Springs, CO | $15K | 2023 |
| Oklahoma State University FoundatioGENERAL OPERATIONS | Stillwater, OK | $13K | 2023 |
| First LibertyGENERAL OPERATIONS | Plano, TX | $10K | 2023 |
| Brookwood CommunityGENERAL OPERATIONS | Brookshire, TX | $8K | 2023 |
| Oklahoma Parkinson'S AllianceGENERAL OPERATIONS | Oklahoma City, OK | $2K | 2023 |
| Ecclesia HoustonGENERAL SUPPORT | Houston, TX | $125K | 2022 |
| Rooted ConferencesGENERAL SUPPORT | Houston, TX | $25K | 2022 |
| Search Ministries Vail ValleyGENERAL SUPPORT | Fort Worth, TX | $5K | 2022 |
| Memorial AssistanceGENERAL SUPPORT | Houston, TX | $5K | 2022 |
| Bright Future Foundation OfGENERAL SUPPORT | Avon, CO | $3K | 2022 |