The Tobin Endowment
Historical FunderSan Antonio, Texas · EIN 74-6478848 · Private foundation · Website
Half of its grants to organizations were between $15,000 and $135,000.
How to apply
The foundation filed the following application information (Form 990-PF Part XV, tax year 2024):
| Contact | TULLOS WELLS CO-CHAIR |
|---|---|
| Address | PO BOX 90869, SAN ANTONIO TX 78209 |
| Phone | 2109305160 |
| Form and materials | ORGANIZATIONS MUST BE TAX-EXPEMPT UNDER 501(C)(3) OF THE INTERNAL REVENUE CODE. GRANT REQUESTS MUST BE SUBMITTED IN WRITING, SPECIFYING PURPOSE OF FUNDS REQUESTED AND INCLUDE IRS 501(C)(3) TAX-EXEMPTION LETTER. |
| Deadlines | NO FORMAL DEADLINES FOR SUBMISSION |
| Restrictions | THE TOBIN ENDOWMENT SUPPORTS AND PROMOTES THE ARTS, TOGETHER WITH OTHER CHARITABLE, SCIENTIFIC, LITERARY AND EDUCATIONAL ORGANIZATIONS, BY MAKING DIRECT QUALIFYING DISTRIBUTIONS (CONTRIBUTIONS) TO PUBLIC CHARITIES, PRIVATE OPERATING FOUNDATIONS AND OTHER QUALIFYING 501(C)(3) ORGANIZATIONS. |
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
7% of grants went outside Texas.
Grants paid in tax year 2024
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bexar County Performing Arts Center Foundation | San Antonio, TX | Support to provide a diverse range of cultural, educational, and artistic experiences for youth and community | $1,792,457 |
| The Tobin Theatre Arts Fund | San Antonio, TX | Charitable grant for operating budget | $500,000 |
| The Santa Fe Opera | Santa Fe, NM | Support the santa fe opera's apprentice program and production sponsor for a mainstage production for the 2024 season | $277,364 |
| Mcnay Art Museum | San Antonio, TX | Support for underwriting the cost of operating the curatorial department of the tobin collection of theatre arts and the tobin wing, and… | $135,000 |
| Christus Santa Rosa Friends Foundation | San Antonio, TX | Support for christus santa rosa friends foundation to complete the christus santa rosa hospital - medical center's comprehensive oncology… | $104,266 |
| San Antonio Report | San Antonio, TX | Charitable contribution | $100,000 |
| Texas Tribune Inc | Austin, TX | Support of one symposium annually to be titled "the tobin endowment symposium" | $60,000 |
| Mission Road Ministries | San Antonio, TX | Support mission road ministries general operations | $50,000 |
| Girl Scouts of Southwest Texas | San Antonio, TX | Support the fund initiative for the girl scouts of southwest texas to provide nearly 15,000 girls the opportunity to learn about the… | $35,000 |
| Elf Louise Inc | San Antonio, TX | Support for the elf louis christmas project | $15,000 |
| The Charity Ball Association of San Anto | San Antonio, TX | Support for san antonio's children's charities as a grand patron | $10,000 |
| Musical Bridges Around the World Inc | San Antonio, TX | Support for the gurwitz international piano competition | $10,000 |
| Classical Music Institute | San Antonio, TX | Support to grow concert season and expand education programs | $9,000 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $3,098,087 | 13 |
| 2023 | $3,168,346 | 19 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2024, filed Nov 17, 2025 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202503219349107635
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 74-6478848
- Profile updated Nov 6, 2026
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