Ed and Jean Mathews Foundation
Invitation OnlyHuntsville, Texas · EIN 47-2301647 · Private foundation
Grants paid (2025)$493K
Organizations funded25
Typical grant$20,000
Total assets$8.8M
Half of its grants to organizations were between $9,754 and $27,218.
From the return
How to apply
On its return for tax year 2025 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
65% of grants went outside Texas.
Grants paid in tax year 2025
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Johnson & Wales University | Providence, RI | Tuition scholarship program | $60,428 |
| Houston Public Media | Houston, TX | Charity program | $50,000 |
| University of Tampa | Tampa, FL | Tuition scholarship program | $40,773 |
| Westbury | Houston, TX | General fund | $40,000 |
| Newman University | Parkville, AS | Tuition scholarship program | $30,806 |
| Canine Companions | Tomball, TX | Charity program | $30,000 |
| Kambala Australia | Rose Bay, AS | Tuition scholarship program | $27,218 |
| Mississippi State University | Mississippi State, MS | Tuition scholarship program | $24,740 |
| Friends University | Wichita, KS | Tuition scholarship program | $22,062 |
| Oklahoma State University | Stillwater, OK | Tuition scholarship program | $20,057 |
| Baxter Foundation | Deerfield, IL | General fund | $20,000 |
| Brewster Road Community Church | Birmingham, AL | General fund | $20,000 |
| Hospitality House | Commerce Twp, MI | General fund | $20,000 |
| St Matthew's School | Houston, TX | Tuition scholarship program | $15,150 |
| Mission K9 | Needville, TX | Genral fund | $15,000 |
| Oklahoma Christian University | Edmond, OK | Donations | $10,000 |
| Sam Houston State University | Huntsville, TX | Donations | $10,000 |
| Oklahoma Baptist University | Shawnee, OK | Tuition fees program | $9,799 |
| East Carolina University | Greenville, NC | Tuition scholarship program | $9,754 |
| Mid-America Christian University | Oklahoma City, OK | Tuition scholarship program | $7,165 |
| Kairos Prison Ministry | Saginaw, TX | Donations | $3,000 |
| Tulsa Community College | Tulsa, OK | Tuition scholarship program | $2,722 |
| Florida Atlantic University | Boca Raton, FL | Tuition scholarship program | $2,077 |
| Pratt Community College | Pratt, KS | Tuition scholarship program | $1,430 |
| Hill College | Hilsboro, TX | Tuition scholarship program | $1,251 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $493,432 | 25 |
| 2024 | $412,753 | 23 |
| 2023 | $363,259 | 24 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2025, filed Sep 23, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202612669349100816
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 47-2301647
- Profile updated Nov 5, 2026
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