Joe and Van Mabee Foundation
Invitation OnlyMidland, Texas · EIN 26-3232437 · Private foundation
Grants paid (2025)$125K
Organizations funded6
Typical grant$20,000
Total assets$5.2M
Half of its grants to organizations were between $15,000 and $25,000.
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
50% of grants went outside Texas.
Grants paid in tax year 2025
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Midland Humane Coalition Inc | Midland, TX | General purpose | $30,000 |
| Cornerstone Christian School | San Antonio, TX | General fund | $25,000 |
| Santa Fe Opera | Santa Fe, NM | General fund | $25,000 |
| Lightning Boy Foundation | Santa Fe, NM | General purpose | $20,000 |
| Aphasia Center of Midland | Midland, TX | General fund | $15,000 |
| Freedom Service Dogs Inc | Englewood, CO | General fund | $10,000 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $125,000 | 6 |
| 2024 | $120,730 | 7 |
| 2023 | $105,250 | 6 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2025, filed Aug 11, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202642239349100009
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 26-3232437
- Profile updated Nov 5, 2026
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