Lewis H Pool Foundation
Historical FunderCarthage, Texas · EIN 75-2254591 · Private foundation
Half of its grants to organizations were between $1,000 and $5,000.
How to apply
The foundation filed the following application information (Form 990-PF Part XV, tax year 2024):
| Contact | MATTHEW C POOL |
|---|---|
| Address | 17804 Cedar Creek Canyon DR, Dallas TX 75252 |
| Phone | 9727719225 |
| Form and materials | FURNISH CORRECT NAME, ADDRESS, AND TELEPHONE NUMBER OF APPLICANT; BRIEF RESUME OF (1) OPERATIONS, (2) EXPLANATION OF THE REQUEST EVIDENCING THE NEED, THE SERVICES TO BE RENDERED, HOW AND WHEN MEMBERS OF THE PUBLIC WILL BENEFIT. |
| Deadlines | NONE |
| Restrictions | POLICY OF PRIMARILY MAKING GRANTS TO PROJECTS LOCATED IN PANOLA COUNTY AREAS. GRANTS MADE ONLY TO A GOVERNMENT UNIT EXEMPT UNDER IRC CODE OR A NON-PROFIT, CHARITABLE ORGANIZATION HAVING AN EXEMPT LETTER FROM THE IRS EVIDENCING THAT IT IS SUCH AN ORGANIZATION. |
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
25% of grants went outside Texas.
Grants paid in tax year 2024
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| CISD Education Foundation | Carthage, TX | General operations | $21,250 |
| Panola College Foundation | Carthage, TX | General operations | $15,000 |
| Albuquerque Academy | Albuquerque, NM | General operations | $10,000 |
| Montgomery Blvd Church of Christ | Albuquerque, NM | General operations | $5,000 |
| Prestoncrest Church of Christ | Dallas, TX | General operations | $5,000 |
| Christ's Family Clinic | Dallas, TX | general operations | $5,000 |
| Southern Methodist University | Dallas, TX | General Operations | $5,000 |
| Gold Network of East Texas | Tyler, TX | General Operations | $2,700 |
| Presbyterian Ear Institute | Albuquerque, NM | General Operations | $2,500 |
| Mission Carthage | Carthage, TX | General operations | $2,000 |
| TCA Independent Social Committee | Dallas, TX | General Operations | $2,000 |
| University of Oklahoma Foundation | Oklahoma City, OK | General Operations | $2,000 |
| Carthage Fire Department | Carthage, TX | General operations | $1,900 |
| MD Anderson Cancer Center | Houston, TX | General operations | $1,000 |
| Ramah Cemetery Perpetual Care Fund | Tenaha, TX | General operations | $1,000 |
| Strong Cemetery Endowment Trust | Henderson, TX | General Operations | $1,000 |
| Sammy Brown Library | Carthage, TX | General Operations | $1,000 |
| Panola County Chamber of Commerce | Carthage, TX | General Operations | $1,000 |
| Sundance Aquatic Association | Albuquerque, NM | General Operations | $500 |
| Pioneer Presbyterian Church | Beaumont, TX | General Operations | $500 |
The return also lists 5 grants to individuals ($27,000). We do not publish the names of individual recipients.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $112,350 | 25 |
| 2023 | $97,115 | 28 |
| 2022 | $99,179 | 22 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2024, filed Apr 16, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202641069349100719
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 75-2254591
- Profile updated Nov 5, 2026
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