John L Nau III Foundation
Invitation OnlyHouston, Texas · EIN 20-8457303 · Private foundation
Grants paid (2024)$3.7M
Organizations funded5
Typical grant$301,532
Total assets$34.8M
Half of its grants to organizations were between $200,000 and $401,492.
From the return
How to apply
On its return for tax year 2024 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
60% of grants went outside Texas.
Grants paid in tax year 2024
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| National Park Foundation | Washington, DC | Education | $2,666,668 |
| The College Foundation of Uva | Charlottesville, VA | Education | $401,492 |
| University of Virginia | Charlottesville, VA | Education | $301,532 |
| The Ut Foundation | San Antonio, TX | Education | $200,000 |
| Sul Ross Borderland Research | Alpine, TX | Education | $150,269 |
Grants approved for future payment
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| University of Virginia | Charlottesville, VA | Education | $41,198,468 |
| The College Foundation of Uva | Charlottesville, VA | Education | $1,309,008 |
| Sul Ross Borderland Research | Alpine, TX | Education | $300,000 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $3,719,961 | 8 |
| 2023 | $4,926,422 | 10 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2024, filed Nov 13, 2025 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202543179349103284
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 20-8457303
- Profile updated Nov 9, 2026
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