A S Genecov Foundation
The A S Genecov Foundation is a private foundation based in Tyler, Texas. Established in 1955 by Aleck Genecov and his wife Hilda, it says it contributes to organizations that strengthen and enrich East Texas.
A S Genecov Foundation at a glance
In short: A S Genecov Foundation gave $479K across 83 grants in 2025 (avg $6K), mostly in Texas. 19% of 2025 grantees were new. Source: 2025 IRS Form 990-PF.
- Annual giving (2025)
- $478,855
- -22.9% vs 2024
- Grants made (2025)
- 83
- +12.2% vs 2024
- Average grant
- $5,769
- -31.3% vs 2024
- Median grant
- $3,000
- Total assets
- $7,756,512
- +1.7% vs 2024
- New grantees (estimate)
- 19% first-time grantees (16 of 83, 2025)
- Primary geography
- Texas (92% of itemized 2025 grant dollars)
- Latest 990 filing
- Form 990-PF, 2025 View filing
Data from IRS Form 990-PF, 2025; updated September 2026. New grantees are estimated by matching recipient names across years (methodology).
How to apply to A S Genecov Foundation
- How to Apply
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Submit a letter stating the request and providing details about the program and its needs. The foundation states that it does not restrict giving to preselected organizations and awards grants to programs that aid the community. Raymond McKinney is listed as the application contact.
- Contact
Application contact: Raymond Mckinney
Mailing address: 1350 Dominion Plaza, Tyler, TX 75703
Phone: (903) 509-8844
Website: https://genecov.com
Application details from Grantable's research on the foundation's public materials; confirm on its website before applying.
Who A S Genecov Foundation funds
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 10 recipients in 2025
The largest 2025 recipient was University of Texas at Tyler ($58K). Together the top 10 received $248K.
Grant Size Distribution
373 grants across all recorded years
The most common grant size was under $50K: 364 grants of 373 (98%).
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
The foundation says it contributes to organizations that strengthen and enrich East Texas. Its 2025 grant dollars went primarily to Texas recipients (92%); the remaining reported shares were DC (3%), NY (3%), IA (1%), and FL (1%).
Grant Distribution by State
Share of 2025 grant dollars across all 83 itemized grants.
States
Cities
Is A S Genecov Foundation open to new grantees?
19%
first-time grantees, 2025
In 2025, 16 of 83 grantees (19%) were first-time recipients. First grants averaged $4K; repeat grants $6K. How we count
Medians: $3K first-time, $3K repeat.
- 63% of 2025 grantees were also funded in 2024. Method
- Giving held roughly steady from 2022 to 2025 (+7%). Method
- In 2025 it paid out 124% of its IRS minimum distribution (the 5% rule). Method
Estimate from itemized grant lists in IRS Form 990-PF filings (2020–2025). Recipient names are matched across years, so a renamed or misspelled grantee can look new; grants to individuals are left out. Methodology.
Giving History
Giving Over Time
Total grant dollars and number of grants per year
From 2020 to 2025, annual grant giving ranged from $325K (2021) to $621K (2024). In 2025 it made 83 grants totaling $479K.
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| University of Texas at Tyler Tyler, TX | Scholarships | $57,500 |
| Congregation Beth El Tyler, TX | Public Service | $50,000 |
| Tyler Economic Development Tyler, TX | Public Service | $32,500 |
| Mosaic Counseling Centers of East Texas Tyler, TX | Public Service | $25,000 |
| The Fostering Collective Tyler, TX | Public Service | $23,700 |
| Mentoring Alliance Tyler, TX | Public Service | $14,000 |
| Alzheimer's Alliance Tyler, TX | Public Service | $12,500 |
| Royal Cares Foundation LLC Tyler, TX | Public Service | $12,500 |
| Children's Park of Tyler Tyler, TX | Public Service | $10,000 |
| Community Foundation - TX Hill Country Kerrville, TX | Public Service | $10,000 |
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Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
| Filing year | Total Assets | Revenue | Expenses | Grants paid | Grants | Qualifying Distributions | Net Investment Income | Distributable Amount |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $7,756,512 | $661,022 | $521,900 | $478,855 | 83 | $478,855 | $604,495 | $386,292 |
| 2024 | $7,623,472 | $1,154,950 | $669,278 | $621,000 | 74 | $621,000 | $1,099,398 | $364,221 |
| 2023 | $7,131,718 | $705,791 | $536,976 | $492,940 | 67 | $494,854 | $657,786 | $366,724 |
| 2022 | $6,997,648 | $2,742,546 | $526,779 | $447,560 | 75 | $447,560 | $2,686,720 | $362,346 |
| 2021 | $4,747,136 | $250,473 | $399,300 | $325,406 | 74 | $327,031 | $183,848 | $392,448 |
| 2020 | $4,895,963 | $1,140,914 | $483,970 | $434,000 | 56 | — | $1,078,383 | $368,668 |
Under IRS private-foundation payout rules, A S Genecov Foundation reported a distributable amount of $386K for 2025 — the minimum it must pay out in qualifying distributions.
Research compiled by Grantable AI from public sources. Last updated September 2026.
Mission & Focus Areas
The foundation describes its aim as investing in the people and community of East Texas. Its website lists past-supported projects including the Miracle League of Tyler, the Discovery Science Place “Powering the Future” exhibit, Liberty Hall, and projects at the University of Texas at Tyler.
Grantees’ stated missions illustrate the kinds of organizations receiving support. Mosaic Counseling Centers of East Texas says it unites mind, body, and spirit through counseling, connection, and community. Hospice of East Texas says it supports individuals and families dealing with life-limiting illness and bereavement. Bullard Community Library describes itself as a community resource offering programs and services to people of all ages, races, and capabilities.
Grantmaking
The foundation reported 83 grants totaling $478,855 in 2025, compared with 74 grants totaling $621,000 in 2024 and 67 grants totaling $492,940 in 2023. In 2025, grants ranged from $100 to $57,500, with a median award of $3,000.
The largest 2025 awards included $57,500 to the University of Texas at Tyler for scholarships, $50,000 to Congregation Beth El, $32,500 to Tyler Economic Development, and $25,000 to Mosaic Counseling Centers of East Texas. The latter three grants were listed for public service. Other recipients included The Fostering Collective ($23,700) and Mentoring Alliance ($14,000), both listed for public service.
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
The 2025 filing lists Raymond McKinney and Terry M Darryl as managers.
A S Genecov Foundation's 2025 filing lists 2 officers; none of the 2 officers listed in 2025 report compensation.
Officers on the 2025 filing
Raymond McKinney
Manager
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Terry M. Darryl
Manager
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Data from IRS Form 990 filings, 2020–2025. "On filings since" is the earliest filing we hold that lists the person; hours are average hours per week as reported.
Frequently asked questions about A S Genecov Foundation
How much does A S Genecov Foundation give each year?
A S Genecov Foundation gave $479K across 83 grants in 2025, according to its 2025 IRS Form 990-PF. In 2024 it gave $621K across 74 grants.
What is A S Genecov Foundation's typical grant size?
A S Genecov Foundation's median grant in 2025 was $3,000, and its average grant was $5,769, across 83 grants on its 2025 IRS Form 990-PF. Organizations receiving their first grant from A S Genecov Foundation that year got $4K on average.
Where does A S Genecov Foundation give grants?
A S Genecov Foundation gives mostly in Texas: 92% of the grant dollars itemized on its 2025 IRS Form 990-PF went to recipients there. The most frequent recipient cities were Tyler, TX (59 grants), New York, NY (8 grants), Washington, DC (3 grants) and Bullard, TX (3 grants).
Does A S Genecov Foundation give general operating support?
Not in 2025: none of the 83 grants with a stated purpose on A S Genecov Foundation's 2025 IRS Form 990-PF were described as general or operating support. Recurring purposes include "Public Service" (80 grants).
Who are A S Genecov Foundation's largest grantees?
A S Genecov Foundation's largest 2025 grantees include University of Texas at Tyler ($57,500), Congregation Beth El ($50,000) and Tyler Economic Development ($32,500), according to its 2025 IRS Form 990-PF. Together they received 29% of its itemized 2025 grant dollars.
How large is A S Genecov Foundation?
A S Genecov Foundation reported $7.8M in total assets on its 2025 IRS Form 990-PF. It paid out $479K in qualifying distributions that year, against a required minimum of $386K (roughly 5% of its investment assets).
What does A S Genecov Foundation fund?
The foundation describes its aim as investing in the people and community of East Texas. Its website lists past-supported projects including the Miracle League of Tyler, the Discovery Science Place “Powering the Future” exhibit, Liberty Hall, and projects at the University of Texas at Tyler. See mission & focus areas ↑
How do I apply for a grant from A S Genecov Foundation?
Submit a letter stating the request and providing details about the program and its needs. Eligibility and process details are in the grantmaking section of this profile. See how to apply ↑
What is A S Genecov Foundation's EIN?
A S Genecov Foundation's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 75-6023698. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2020–2025.
Data last updated September 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990-PF filings. Research dossier generated September 2026.
Data update history
(7)
When this profile's IRS filing data changed on Grantable
- Updated Form 990-PF for fiscal year 2020 (received by the IRS November 11, 2021)
- Updated Form 990-PF for fiscal year 2021 (received by the IRS May 10, 2022)
- Updated Form 990-PF for fiscal year 2022 (received by the IRS March 2, 2023)
- Updated Form 990-PF for fiscal year 2023 (received by the IRS May 14, 2024)
- Updated Form 990-PF for fiscal year 2024 (received by the IRS May 6, 2025)
- Updated Form 990-PF for fiscal year 2025 (received by the IRS March 21, 2026)
- IRS filings on file for fiscal years 2020–2025
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Grantable. (2026). A S Genecov Foundation funder profile. GrantGraph. Retrieved October 11, 2026, from https://grantable.co/funders/a-s-genecov-foundation-morg_d2b5fc1abb6e4d129c31ec33b7ffca84
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