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William Stamps Farish Fund is a private corporation based in HOUSTON, TX. The foundation received its IRS ruling in 1952. It holds total assets of $110.6M. Annual income is reported at $63.2M. Total assets have decreased from $231M in 2011 to $95.7M in 2023. The foundation is governed by 9 officers and trustees. Tax records are available from 2017 to 2023. The foundation primarily funds organizations in Texas and Florida. According to available records, William Stamps Farish Fund has made 436 grants totaling $42.8M, with a median grant of $50K. Annual giving has grown from $12.3M in 2021 to $15.6M in 2023. Individual grants have ranged from $5K to $1M, with an average award of $98K. The foundation has supported 232 unique organizations. The foundation primarily supports organizations in Texas, Florida, Virginia, which account for 77% of all grants. Grantmaking reaches organizations across 19 states. Contributions to this foundation are tax-deductible.
Smallest Grant
$5K
Median Grant
$50K
Average Grant
$84K
Largest Grant
$750K
Based on 134 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.
William Stamps Farish Fund is a private foundation that provides grants to eligible organizations. Based on available records, the foundation has funded 436 grants. Its grantmaking reaches organizations primarily in TX, FL, VA.
William Stamps Farish Fund has distributed a total of $42.8M across 436 grants. The median grant size is $50K, with an average of $98K. Individual grants have ranged from $5K to $1M.
William Stamps Farish Fund is a private foundation. To inquire about grants, you can look up the foundation using their EIN (746043019) on GuideStar or contact them directly. Many private foundations have specific application processes that may not be publicly listed.
William Stamps Farish Fund is headquartered in HOUSTON, TX. While based in TX, the foundation distributes grants to organizations across 19 states.
| Name | Title | Compensation | Benefits | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Carolyn Watson | EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR | $265K | $0 | $265K |
| Larry L Shryock | PRESIDENT | $78K | $0 | $78K |
| Mary Farish Johnston | TRUSTEE | $0 | $0 | N/A |
| Leann Starns | SECRETARY | $0 | $0 | N/A |
| Lauren Frolick | TREASURER | $0 | $0 | N/A |
| Heather Gerry Corbett | TRUSTEE | $0 | $0 | N/A |
| Cornelia Gerry Corbett | SENIOR VICE PRESIDENT | $0 | $0 | N/A |
| Laura Farish Chadwick | VICE PRESIDENT | $0 | $0 | N/A |
| William Stamps Farish | TRUSTEE | $0 | $0 | N/A |
Total Giving
$17.3M
Total Assets
$95.7M
Fair Market Value
N/A
Net Worth
$95.7M
Grants Paid
N/A
Contributions
N/A
Net Investment Income
$13.1M
Distribution Amount
$15.4M
Total Grants
436
Total Giving
$42.8M
Average Grant
$98K
Median Grant
$50K
Unique Recipients
232
Most Common Grant
$25K
of 2023 grantees were first-time recipients
| Recipient | Location | Amount | Year |
|---|---|---|---|
| The RoseEQUIPMENT PURCHASE | Houston, TX | $105K | 2023 |
| University Of Virginia Mcintire School FoundationCONTRIBUTION 3 OF 5 FOR TOWARDS CREATION OF ENDOWMENT AT THE MCINTIRE SCHOOL OF COMMERCE | Charlottesville, VA | $1M | 2023 |
| University Of Kentucky - Markey Cancer FoundationCONTRIBUTION 2 OF 5 | Lexington, KY | $1M | 2023 |
| Foundation For Fighting BlindnessCONTRIBUTIONS 2 & 3 OF 5-RETINITIS PIGMENTOSA RESEARCH | Columbia, MD | $1M | 2023 |
| Mayo ClinicCONTRIBUTIONS 2 & 3 OF 5-ENDOCRINOLOGY RESEARCH | Rochester, MN | $800K | 2023 |
| Tampa Museum Of Art IncMAJOR ART EXHIBIT SUPPORT; CONTRIBUTION 1 OF 10 - CENTENNIAL CAMPAIGN | Tampa, FL | $500K | 2023 |
| Covenant House TexasBUILDING FOR LIFE CAPITAL CAMPAIGN | Houston, TX | $500K | 2023 |
| Brotherhoodsister Sol IncPROGRAM SUPPORT | New York, NY | $400K | 2023 |
| Protestant Episcopal High School Of VirginiaCONTRIBUTION 1 OF 5 - COURAGE CAMPAIGN | Alexandria, VA | $400K | 2023 |
| Alliance Of Community Assistance MinistriesPROGRAM SERVICES AND GENERAL OPERATIONS | Houston, TX | $350K | 2023 |
| Wesley Community CenterCONTRIBUTION 2 OF 2 - ADULT WORKFORCE & EDUCATION CAPITAL CAMPAIGN | Houston, TX | $250K | 2023 |
| Memorial Hermann FoundationCONTRIBUTION 4 OF 4 -LIFE FLIGHT | Houston, TX | $250K | 2023 |
| Beta AcademyCAPITAL CAMPAIGN | Houston, TX | $250K | 2023 |
| Boca Grande United Methodist ChurchDISASTER RELIEF | Boca Grande, FL | $250K | 2023 |
| St Luke'S United Methodist ChurchCAPITAL CAMPAIGN FOR COMMUNITY CENTER IN SW HOUSTON | Houston, TX | $250K | 2023 |
| Seminary Of The SouthwestTHE CAMPAIGN FOR SOUTHWEST | Austin, TX | $250K | 2023 |
| Joy SchoolDREAM BIG! CAPITAL CAMPAIGN | Houston, TX | $250K | 2023 |
| Houston HospiceTO IMPLEMENT A TALENT ACQUISITION AND RECRUITMENT STRATEGY | Houston, TX | $250K | 2023 |
| Crisis Center Of Tampa Bay IncCORBETT TRAUMA CENTER | Tampa, FL | $250K | 2023 |
| Center For PursuitGENERAL OPERATIONS | Houston, TX | $225K | 2023 |
| Tall Timbers Research IncSTRATEGIC PLAN SUPPORT | Tallahassee, FL | $200K | 2023 |
| Champions For Children IncGENERAL OPERATIONS | Tampa, FL | $200K | 2023 |
| Family And Children'S AssociationGENERAL OPERATIONS | Garden City, NY | $200K | 2023 |
| Corbett Preparatory School Of Ids IncSCHOLARSHIPS, INTERNSHIPS, RESIDENCIES, AND TEACHER TRAINING | Tampa, FL | $200K | 2023 |
| Aspen InstituteTEXAS OPPORTUNITY YOUTH NETWORK | Aspen, CO | $150K | 2023 |
| Meadows Mental Health Policy InstitutePROJECT SUPPORT | Dallas, TX | $150K | 2023 |
| W Oscar Neuhaus Memorial FoundationCONTRIBUTION 2 OF 2 - ADULT LEARNER PILOT | Bellaire, TX | $125K | 2023 |
| Houston Habitat For HumanityCONTRIBUTION 1 OF 2 - ROBIN'S LANDING | Houston, TX | $125K | 2023 |
| Taping For The Blind IncGOLF TOURNAMENT SUPPORT; GENERAL OPERATIONS; BUILDING RENOVATIONS | Houston, TX | $100K | 2023 |
| The Blue Bird CirclePROGRAM SUPPORT | Houston, TX | $100K | 2023 |
| Ymca Of The Greater Houston AreaCONTRIBUTION 1 OF 2 - PROGRAM SUPPORT | Houston, TX | $100K | 2023 |
| University Of Kentucky - The ArboretumCAPITAL CAMPAIGN | Lexington, KY | $100K | 2023 |
| Small PlacesRELOCATION AND EXPANSION SUPPORT | Houston, TX | $100K | 2023 |
| WorkfaithPROGRAM SUPPORT | Houston, TX | $100K | 2023 |
| Aucilla Christian AcademyGENERAL OPERATIONS | Monticello, FL | $100K | 2023 |
| Island School FoundationENDOWMENT SUPPORT | Boca Grande, FL | $100K | 2023 |
| Will Erwin Headache Research FoundationRESEARCH FUND | Houston, TX | $100K | 2023 |
| Memorial Park Conservancy IncGENERAL OPERATIONS | Houston, TX | $100K | 2023 |
| Developing Artists Theather Company IncGENERAL OPERATIONS | New York, NY | $100K | 2023 |
| Ronald Mcdonald House Of Houston IncGENERAL OPERATIONS | Houston, TX | $100K | 2023 |
| Star Of Hope MissionPROGRAM SUPPORT | Houston, TX | $100K | 2023 |
| De Pelchin Children'S CenterFAMILIES COUNT PROGRAM | Houston, TX | $100K | 2023 |
| Lexington Public Library FoundationCAPITAL CAMPAIGN | Lexington, KY | $100K | 2023 |
| Care PartnersCONTRIBUTION 2 OF 3-DEMENTIA DAY CENTER | Houston, TX | $100K | 2023 |
| Permanently Disabled Jockeys Fund IncGENERAL OPERATIONS | Elmhurst, IL | $100K | 2023 |
| Sight Savers AmericaCONTRIBUTION-EVM'S TO CHILDREN IN HOUSTON | Pelham, AL | $100K | 2023 |
| Alley TheatreGENERAL OPERATIONS | Houston, TX | $100K | 2023 |
| University Of Kentucky - Gluck Equine Research CenterVACCINE DEVELOPMENT | Lexington, KY | $80K | 2023 |
| Oasis Center IncCRISIS TO HOUSING SERVICES, FACILITY UPGRADES | Nashville, TN | $80K | 2023 |
| Council On RecoverySTRATEGIC PLAN IMPLEMENTATION | Houston, TX | $75K | 2023 |