J M Parker Foundation
Historical FunderAbilene, Texas · EIN 75-2736419 · Private foundation
Half of its grants to organizations were between $10,000 and $45,000.
How to apply
The foundation filed the following application information (Form 990-PF Part XV, tax year 2024):
| Contact | JIMMY PARKER |
|---|---|
| Address | 3300 S 14TH SUITE 200, ABILENE TX 79605 |
| Phone | 3256987366 |
| Form and materials | APPLICATIONS SHOULD BE WRITTEN |
| Deadlines | NONE |
| Restrictions | NONE |
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
20% of grants went outside Texas.
Grants paid in tax year 2024
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| West Texas Rehabilitation Center | Abilene, TX | For operations | $250,000 |
| Frontier Texas | Abilene, TX | For operations | $130,000 |
| Beltway Church | Abilene, TX | For operations | $75,000 |
| Episcopal Church of Heavenly Rest | Abilene, TX | For operations | $50,000 |
| Pregnancy Resources | Abilene, TX | For operations | $50,000 |
| Samaritan's Purse | Boone, NC | For operations | $50,000 |
| United Way of Abilene | Abilene, TX | For operations | $50,000 |
| Fbc of Santa Fe | Santa Fe, NM | For operations | $45,000 |
| Day Nursery of Abilene | Abilene, TX | For operations | $35,000 |
| The Men of Nehemiah Abilene | Abilene, TX | For operations | $30,000 |
| Turning Point USA | Phoenix, AZ | For operations | $30,000 |
| Big Country Casa | Abilene, TX | For operations | $25,000 |
| First Baptist Church | Abilene, TX | For operations | $25,000 |
| Wounded Warriors Project | San Antonio, TX | For operations | $25,000 |
| Bcfs Health and Human Services | San Antonio, TX | For operations | $25,000 |
| Hillsdale College | Hillsdale, MI | For operations | $20,000 |
| Joseph Tomas Foundation | Abilene, TX | For operations | $20,000 |
| Mountain View Church | Glenwood Springs, CO | For operations | $20,000 |
| New Beginnings | Abilene, TX | For operations | $20,000 |
| Equip Net Inc | Alam, CA | For operations | $15,000 |
| Abilene Classical Academy | Abilene, TX | For operations | $10,000 |
| Abilene Fly Fishers | Abilene, TX | For operations | $10,000 |
| Meals on Wheels | Abilene, TX | For operations | $10,000 |
| Salvation Army of Abilene | Abilene, TX | For operations | $10,000 |
| Hospice of the Big Country | Abilene, TX | For | $5,000 |
| Medical Care Mission | Abilene, TX | For operations | $5,000 |
| Paramount Theatre | Abilene, TX | For operations | $5,000 |
| Abilene Opera Association | Abilene, TX | For operations | $5,000 |
| Kiwanis Club of Abilene | Abilene, TX | For operations | $1,500 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $1,051,500 | 29 |
| 2023 | $1,650,000 | 32 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2024, filed Nov 14, 2025 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202543189349103734
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 75-2736419
- Profile updated Nov 5, 2026
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