The Roy F and Joann Cole Mitte Foundation
Historical FunderAustin, Texas · EIN 74-2766058 · Private foundation · Website
Half of its grants to organizations were between $1,875 and $117,000.
How to apply
The foundation filed the following application information (Form 990-PF Part XV, tax year 2024):
| Contact | Coleith Molstad The Roy F Joann Col |
|---|---|
| Address | 1106 Clayton Lane Suite 545W, Austin TX 78723 |
| Phone | 5122335579 |
| Form and materials | Go to www.mittefoundation.org for application |
| Deadlines | Go to www.mittefoundation.org for application deadlines |
| Restrictions | Go to www.mittefoundation.org for restrictions |
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
0% of grants went outside Texas.
Grants paid in tax year 2024
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Valley Zoological Society | Brownsville, TX | Grant to purchase and prepare for use the Gladys Porter Zoo Conservation Cabin | $135,000 |
| Brownsville Wellness Coalition | Brownsville, TX | Grant to support the StartUp Texas Accelerator Program | $117,000 |
| Mitte Cultural District | Brownsville, TX | Grant to support salary for Executive Director and misc. development/office expenses | $100,312 |
| Philanthropy Southwest | Dallas, TX | General support | $1,875 |
The return also lists 33 grants to individuals ($325,000). We do not publish the names of individual recipients.
Grants approved for future payment
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Burnet County (JCM Library) | Bertram, TX | Grant for Bertram Library space enhancements to the conference room | $60,000 |
| City of Brownsville | Brownsville, TX | Grant toward the purchase of a Dignity Trailer | $10,000 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $679,187 | 39 |
| 2023 | $398,750 | 32 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2024, filed Nov 14, 2025 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202503179349104205
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 74-2766058
- Profile updated Nov 7, 2026
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