Conely Foundation
Historical FunderHouston, Texas · EIN 27-1555970 · Private foundation
Half of its grants to organizations were between $5,000 and $17,500.
How to apply
The foundation filed the following application information (Form 990-PF Part XV, tax year 2024):
| Contact | Mark Conely |
|---|---|
| Address | PO Box 131053, Houston TX 77219 |
| Phone | 7134095005 |
| Form and materials | Application must be in writing along with a copy of transcripts. |
| Deadlines | Prior to each semester of college. |
| Restrictions | Grades and other considerations. |
Copied as filed. Deadlines on a tax return describe the foundation's usual process; they are not confirmation of a current open cycle.
What it funds
Share of grant lines on the latest return, classified from the purpose each grant states.
Where it gives
8% of grants went outside Texas.
Grants paid in tax year 2024
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Covenant House | Houston, TX | General Funds: Services for homeless and runaway youth. | $20,000 |
| Ronald McDonald House Charities Greater Houston | Houston, TX | General Funds: RMH Fun Run | $20,000 |
| Houston Public Media | Houston, TX | General Funds: General Operations | $20,000 |
| Avenue Community Development Corporation | Houston, TX | General Funds: General Operations | $17,500 |
| Chinquapin Preparatory School | Highlands, TX | General Funds: General Operations | $10,000 |
| University of Houston | Houston, TX | Scholarships | $9,000 |
| A&M University Prairie View | Prairie View, TX | Scholarships | $7,500 |
| Tony's Place | Houston, TX | General Funds: Community Assistance | $6,000 |
| Buffalo Bayou Partnership | Houston, TX | General Funds: BBP Kids Day | $5,000 |
| Houston Humane Society | Houston, TX | General Funds: General Operations | $5,000 |
| Barrio Dogs | Houston, TX | General Funds: Spay & Neuring Services | $2,500 |
| Carnegie Mellon University | Pittsburg, PA | Scholarships | $2,469 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $124,969 | 12 |
| 2023 | $57,119 | 2 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2024, filed Nov 17, 2025 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202543219349106339
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 27-1555970
- Profile updated Nov 6, 2026
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