The Gorman Foundation
Historical FunderFair Oaks, Texas · EIN 74-2822598 · Private foundation
Half of its grants to organizations were between $5,000 and $15,000.
How to apply
The foundation filed the following application information (Form 990-PF Part XV, tax year 2024):
| Contact | SAMUEL CAIN ELLIS |
|---|---|
| Address | 2926 TERRA BELLA, FAIR OAKS TX 780154572 |
| Phone | 2106858477 |
| Form and materials | FIRST-TIME OR NONRECURRING APPLICANTS SHOULD SUBMIT A TWO TO THREE PAGE LETTER OF INQUIRY. THE LETTER OF INQUIRY SHOULD INCLUDE A BRIEF STATEMENT OF THE ORGANIZATION'S PURPOSE AND GOALS, DESCRIPTION OF THE PROJECT, THE NEED, AND THE TARGET POPULATION (IF APPLICABLE), GRANT AMOUNT REQUESTED, AND FINANCIAL STATEMENTS. |
| Deadlines | LETTERS OF INQUIRY ARE REVIEWED WITHIN ONE MONTH OF RECEIPT. |
| Restrictions | SUPPORT IS DIRECTED PRIMARILY TO ORGANIZATIONS OPERATING IN BEXAR COUNTY, TEXAS, AND COUNTIES CONTIGUOUS TO BEXAR COUNTY. REGIONAL OR NATIONAL EFFORTS MAY BE SUPPORTED IF THEY DIRECTLY RELATE TO THE FOUNDATION'S OBJECTIVES. EXCEPTIONS ARE AWARDS INITIATED BY DIRECTORS. THE FOUNDATION FOCUSES ON EDUCATION (ESPECIALLY SCHOOLS, COLLEGES, UNIVERSITIES, AND CHILDREN'S EDUCATIONAL NEEDS). ONLY ORGANIZATIONS THAT ARE TAX-EXEMPT UNDER 501(C)(3) AND NOT CLASSIFIED AS PRIVATE FOUNDATIONS UNDER 509(A) ARE ELIGIBLE. IN SELECTED CASES, PROJECTS SPONSORED BY NON-EXEMPT GROUPS MAY BE CONSIDERED WITH EXPENDITURE RESPONSIBILITY AND FULL ACCOUNTING/REPORTING. |
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
60% of grants went outside Texas.
Grants paid in tax year 2024
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Texas Biomedical Research Institute | San Antonio, TX | Capital campaign | $60,000 |
| Space Foundation | Colorado Springs, CO | Annual campaign | $20,000 |
| Liv - in the Journey | Cleveland, TN | General support | $20,000 |
| First Baptist Church of Cleveland Tn | Cleveland, TN | Annual campaign | $15,000 |
| Christus Santa Rosa Chidren's Hospital | San Antonio, TX | To support children's epilepsy program | $10,000 |
| Free 2 Fly | Cleveland, TN | Annual campaign | $10,000 |
| University of Incarnate Word | San Antonio, TX | Youth tennis program | $10,000 |
| Ut Health San Antonio | San Antonio, TX | Annual campaign | $10,000 |
| Waterville Baptist Church | Cleveland, TN | To support the oca homeschool group | $10,000 |
| Community Foundation of Cleveland and Bradley County | Cleveland, TN | Funding support for ats the bridge | $10,000 |
| Isaiah House | Elizabethton, TN | General support | $10,000 |
| Candies Creek Academy | Charleston, TN | Annual campaign | $5,000 |
| Cibolo Nature Center & Farm | Boerne, TX | Children's education environment | $5,000 |
| Branched Oak Observatory | Raymond, NE | Operational support | $5,000 |
| Camp Aranzazu | Rockport, TX | Support for san antonio event | $2,500 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $202,500 | 15 |
| 2023 | $150,290 | 11 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2024, filed Jan 21, 2026 (amended) - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202610219349100656
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 74-2822598
- Profile updated Nov 5, 2026
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