S-M Hixon Family Foundation
Invitation OnlySan Antonio, Texas · EIN 74-2882611 · Private foundation
Grants paid (2025)$177K
Organizations funded67
Typical grant$2,000
Total assets$4.4M
Half of its grants to organizations were between $1,033 and $3,000.
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
20% of grants went outside Texas.
Grants paid in tax year 2025
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Last Chance Forever Bird of Prey | San Antonio, TX | Protect birds of prey | $15,000 |
| National Parks Conservation Association | Washington, DC | Protect public lands | $10,500 |
| GEAA (Greater Edwards Acquifer) | San Antonio, TX | Protect public water | $10,000 |
| The Conservation Fund | Arlington, VA | Land conservation | $5,282 |
| GEAA (Greater Edwards Acquifer) | San Antonio, TX | Protect public water | $5,050 |
| Bat Conservation International | Austin, TX | Species conservation | $5,000 |
| Phil Hardberger Park | San Antonio, TX | Protect public parks | $5,000 |
| Phil Hardberger Park | San Antonio, TX | Protect public parks | $5,000 |
| Save Our Springs Alliance | Austin, TX | Public waters | $5,000 |
| Texas Freedom Network Education Fund | Austin, TX | Education young leaders | $5,000 |
| Texas Public Radio | San Antonio, TX | Public education/news | $4,130 |
| Ocean Conservancy | Washington, DC | Protect oceans | $3,500 |
| San Antonio Botanical Gardens | San Antonio, TX | Enrich lives through nature | $3,500 |
| Comal Conservationorg | Canyon Lake, TX | Water conservation | $3,099 |
| Big Bend Conservancy | Big Bend National Park, TX | Fossil discoverywilderness fundannual fund | $3,000 |
| The Conservation Fund | Arlington, VA | Land conservation | $3,000 |
| Edforg | Washington, DC | Protect environment | $3,000 |
| Environmental Defense Fund | Washington, DC | Protect environment | $3,000 |
| Klrn | San Antonio, TX | Promote public info | $3,000 |
| Alamo Colleges Foundation | San Antonio, TX | Public education | $2,500 |
| Cibolo Center for Conservation | Boerne, TX | Protect natural spaces | $2,500 |
| Citizens Climate Education | Coronado, CA | Educate for climate solutions | $2,500 |
| Friends of Governtment Canyon | San Antonio, TX | Support public land programs | $2,500 |
| National Park Foundation | Washington, DC | Protect public lands | $2,500 |
| Planned Parenthood South Texas | San Antonio, TX | Support womens health | $2,500 |
| San Antonio Botanical Gardens | San Antonio, TX | Enrich lives through nature | $2,500 |
| San Marcos River Foundation | San Marcos, TX | Public waters | $2,500 |
| Witte Musueum | San Antonio, TX | Art & culture | $2,500 |
| Brackenridge Park Conservancy | San Antonio, TX | Land conservation | $2,148 |
| Wimberly Watershed Assoc | Wimberly, TX | Public waters | $2,066 |
| Environment Texas | Austin, TX | Protect environment | $2,000 |
| Gorrillorg Diane Fossey | Atlanta, GA | Protect species | $2,000 |
| Great Springs Project | San Antonio, TX | Protect public water | $2,000 |
| Green Spaces Alliances of South Texas | San Antonio, TX | Educ & conservation | $2,000 |
| Hill Country Alliance | Bee Cave, TX | Land water & sky conserv | $2,000 |
| National Audobon Society | San Antonio, TX | Protect birds & habitats | $2,000 |
| National Audobon Society | San Antonio, TX | Protect birds & habitats | $2,000 |
| Ocean Conservancy | Washington, DC | Protect oceans | $2,000 |
| San Antonio Humane Society | San Antonio, TX | Animal rescue/spa neuater | $2,000 |
| San Antonio Parks Foundation | San Antonio, TX | Community public spaces | $2,000 |
| San Antonio River Foundation | San Antonio, TX | Public water | $2,000 |
| San Marcos River Foundation | San Marcos, TX | Public waters | $2,000 |
| Save Barton Creeksave Texas Streams | Austin, TX | Public waters | $2,000 |
| Save Our Springs Alliance | Austin, TX | Public waters | $2,000 |
| Sierra Club Foundation | Oakland, CA | Public lands | $2,000 |
| Snipssaorg | San Antonio, TX | Pet spay/neuter/adoption | $2,000 |
| Texas State University | San Marcos, TX | Education | $2,000 |
| GEAA (Greater Edwards Acquifer) | San Antonio, TX | Protect public water | $1,500 |
| San Antonio Parks Foundation | San Antonio, TX | Community public spaces | $1,500 |
| The Conservation Society of Sa 2102246163 | San Antonio, TX | Community preservation | $1,068 |
| Impact San Antonio-Sa Conservation Society | San Antonio, TX | Preserve public places & bldgs | $1,033 |
| Texas Public Radio | San Antonio, TX | Public education/news | $1,033 |
| Cibolo Center for Conservation | Boerne, TX | Protect natural spaces | $1,000 |
| Environment Texas | Austin, TX | Protect environment | $1,000 |
| Headwaters at the Comal | San Antonio, TX | Protect water | $1,000 |
| Texas Land Trust Council | Wimberley, TX | Wildlife preservation | $1,000 |
| Texas Water Trade | Austin, TX | Public water | $1,000 |
| Wimberly Watershed Association | Wimberly, TX | Public waters | $1,000 |
| San Antonio Report (Rivard Report) | San Antonio, TX | Community independent news | $750 |
| Community Foundation Texas Hill Country | Kerrville, TX | Steward charitable resources | $517 |
Showing the 60 largest of 67 grants to organizations.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $176,634 | 67 |
| 2024 | $167,073 | 76 |
| 2023 | $156,087 | 58 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2025, filed May 13, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202621339349100817
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 74-2882611
- Profile updated Nov 5, 2026
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