Circle Bar Foundation
Invitation OnlySan Antonio, Texas · EIN 74-6063672 · Private foundation
Grants paid (2024)$1.6M
Organizations funded49
Typical grant$20,000
Total assets$33.4M
Half of its grants to organizations were between $10,000 and $50,000.
From the return
How to apply
On its return for tax year 2024 the foundation checked the box saying it only makes contributions to preselected charitable organizations and does not accept unsolicited requests for funds.
What it funds
Share of grant lines on the latest return, classified from the purpose each grant states.
Where it gives
4% of grants went outside Texas.
Grants paid in tax year 2024
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| San Antonio Zoo | San Antonio, TX | Operating expenses | $200,000 |
| Sunshine Cottage School for Deaf Children | San Antonio, TX | Operating expenses | $133,717 |
| Texas Cavaliers Charitable Foundation | San Antonio, TX | Operating expenses | $106,250 |
| Christ Episcopal Church | San Antonio, TX | Operating expenses | $100,000 |
| Remember the Alamo Foundation | San Antonio, TX | Operating expenses | $100,000 |
| San Antonio Christian School | San Antonio, TX | Operating expenses | $60,000 |
| The Charity Ball Association | San Antonio, TX | Operating expenses | $53,400 |
| Aid the Silent | Boerne, TX | Operating expenses | $50,000 |
| Autism Community Network | San Antonio, TX | Operating expenses | $50,000 |
| Pathways Youth & Family Services | Kerrville, TX | Operating expenses | $50,000 |
| San Antonio Academy | San Antonio, TX | Operating expenses | $50,000 |
| The Children's Shelter of San Antonio | San Antonio, TX | Operating expenses | $50,000 |
| Tobin Center for the Performing Arts | San Antonio, TX | Operating expenses | $50,000 |
| Candlelight Ranch Foundation | Austin, TX | Operating expenses | $40,000 |
| Animal Defense League of Texas | San Antonio, TX | Operating expenses | $30,000 |
| Kinetic Kids | San Antonio, TX | Operating expenses | $30,000 |
| Children's Association for Maximum Potential | San Antonio, TX | Operating expenses | $25,000 |
| City Year San Antonio | San Antonio, TX | Operating expenses | $25,000 |
| Guardian House | San Antonio, TX | Operating expenses | $25,000 |
| Respite Care of San Antonio | San Antonio, TX | Operating expenses | $25,000 |
| Roy Maas Youth Alternatives | San Antonio, TX | Operating expenses | $25,000 |
| Texas Burn Survivor Society | San Antonio, TX | Operating expenses | $25,000 |
| Texas Regional Para Sportlone Star Paralysis Foundation | Austin, TX | Operating expenses | $25,000 |
| Assistance League of San Antonio | San Antonio, TX | Operating expenses | $20,000 |
| Boys & Girls Clubs of San Antonio | San Antonio, TX | Operating expenses | $20,000 |
| Child Advocates San Antonio | San Antonio, TX | Operating expenses | $20,000 |
| San Antonio Food Bank | San Antonio, TX | Operating expenses | $20,000 |
| St Vinnys Bistro | San Antonio, TX | Operating expenses | $20,000 |
| Girls Incorporated of San Antonio | San Antonio, TX | Operating expenses | $15,000 |
| Unicorn Centersmission Rd Developmental Center | San Antonio, TX | Operating expenses | $15,000 |
| Vibrant Works | San Antonio, TX | Operating expenses | $15,000 |
| Wildlife Resuce & Rehabilitation | Kendalia, TX | Operating expenses | $15,000 |
| Wonders & Worries | San Antonio, TX | Operating expenses | $15,000 |
| Snack Pak 4Kids | San Antonio, TX | Operating expenses | $12,000 |
| Believe It Foundation | San Antonio, TX | Operating expenses | $10,000 |
| Children's Bereavement Center of South Texas | San Antonio, TX | Operating expenses | $10,000 |
| First Presbyterian Church of Griffin Ga | Griffin, GA | Operating expenses | $10,000 |
| Good Samaritan Community Services | San Antonio, TX | Operating expenses | $10,000 |
| Mission Road Ministries | San Antonio, TX | Operating expenses | $10,000 |
| San Antonio Humane Society | San Antonio, TX | Operating expenses | $10,000 |
| San Antonio Livestock Exposition Inc | San Antonio, TX | Operating expenses | $10,000 |
| St Andrew's United Methodist Church | San Antonio, TX | Operating expenses | $10,000 |
| Texas Wildlife Association Foundation | New Braunfels, TX | Operating expenses | $10,000 |
| The Battle of Flowers Association | San Antonio, TX | Operating expenses | $10,000 |
| Augustheart | San Antonio, TX | Operating expenses | $7,000 |
| San Antonio Botanical Garden | San Antonio, TX | Operating expenses | $5,940 |
| The Highlands School | Irving, TX | Operating expenses | $5,000 |
| Jonathan Spalten Memorial Fund | San Antonio, TX | Operating expenses | $2,000 |
| Parkinsons Foundation | New York, NY | Operating expenses | $1,000 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $1,636,307 | 49 |
| 2023 | $1,367,020 | 39 |
| 2022 | $1,052,809 | 32 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2024, filed Nov 14, 2025 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202513189349103956
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 74-6063672
- Profile updated Nov 5, 2026
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