Foundation for Expanding Horizons
Historical FunderAustin, Texas · EIN 74-2268074 · Private foundation
Half of its grants to organizations were between $1,500 and $4,000.
How to apply
The foundation filed the following application information (Form 990-PF Part XV, tax year 2024):
| Contact | Gretchen Lara Shartle |
|---|---|
| Address | 1624 Westlake Drive, Austin TX 78746 |
| Phone | 5125545539 |
| Form and materials | Written statement for purpose, amount requested, plans for use. |
| Deadlines | Ongoing throughout the year. |
| Restrictions | General purpose in the central Texas area. |
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
33% of grants went outside Texas.
Grants paid in tax year 2024
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| St Stephens Episcopal School | Austin, TX | Grant to support to facilitate organization's faculty and student attendance at one of the Environmental Sustainability Conferences.… | $4,000 |
| Boys Girls Club of Tucson | Tucson, AZ | Grants to support the organization to continue empowering children, fostering confidence, and building a stronger community. | $2,000 |
| Foundation Communities | Austin, TX | To support the organization who provides affordable, attractive homesand free on-site support services for thousands of families with kids,… | $1,500 |
The return also lists 4 grants to individuals ($19,000). We do not publish the names of individual recipients.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $26,500 | 7 |
| 2023 | $8,995 | 3 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2024, filed Nov 17, 2025 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202543219349100009
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 74-2268074
- Profile updated Nov 7, 2026
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