James R and Lela M Porter Foundation
Invitation OnlyAbilene, Texas · EIN 76-0589798 · Private foundation
Grants paid (2025)$29K
Organizations funded4
Typical grant$2,000
Total assets$656K
Half of its grants to organizations were between $1,800 and $10,000.
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
25% of grants went outside Texas.
Grants paid in tax year 2025
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Abilene Christian Schools | Abilene, TX | Contribution to help provide for funding for christian education. | $15,000 |
| Disability Resources Inc | Abilene, TX | Contribution to help the mentally and physically challenged find work and assistance in living daily in the abilene, texas area. | $10,000 |
| Christian Service Center | Abilene, TX | Contribution to help poor persons in the abilene, texas area with food, clothing, and other assistance such as business and work advice | $2,000 |
| St Jude Childrens Research Hospital | Memphis, TN | Provide healthcare to children with cancer and other diseases in the united states. | $1,800 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $28,800 | 4 |
| 2024 | $25,000 | 1 |
| 2023 | $24,000 | 4 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2025, filed May 6, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202601269349103215
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 76-0589798
- Profile updated Nov 8, 2026
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