Ascension Seton
Ascension Seton is a Catholic health system operating hospital facilities and healthcare services in Central Texas. Founded in 1902, it is part of Ascension, one of the nation's leading non-profit Catholic health systems. Ascension Seton operates multiple hospital campuses throughout Central Texas, including Dell Seton Medical Center at the University of Texas, Seton Medical Center Austin, Seton Shoal Creek Hospital, and Seton McCarthy Community Health Center, among others.
Financial Overview
From 2024 IRS Form 990-PF · View filing
Total Assets
$3.2B
+13.4% YoY
Annual Giving
$8.8M
+19.9% YoY
Grant Count
42
+16.7% YoY
Avg Grant Size
$211K
+2.7% YoY
Mission & Focus Areas
Ascension Seton's mission is to care for and improve the health of those served with special concern for the poor and the vulnerable. The organization operates as a sign of God's unconditional love for all, believing that all persons by their creation are endowed with dignity.
Primary focus areas include:
- Community health systems
- Hospital operations and healthcare delivery
- Support for vulnerable and low-income populations
- Women's health initiatives
- Graduate medical education
- Spine care and advanced medical procedures
Grantmaking
Ascension Seton operates through multiple affiliated foundations, including the Ascension Seton Foundation, which works with the philanthropic community to support Seton's Central Austin adult facilities and nursing scholarship endowments.
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Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
Ascension Seton operates throughout Central Texas, with particular concentration in the Austin area. The Ascension Texas Foundations network supports 14-15 Ascension Texas hospital campuses throughout Central Texas.
Grant Distribution by State
Cities
Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
Ascension Seton (Healthcare Organization)
- Annual Revenue: $100 million - $500 million
- Total Assets: $2.8 billion (2023)
- Total Liabilities: $1.42 billion (2023)
- Total Expenses: $2.63 billion (2023)
- Community benefit programs: $2.1 billion provided in FY2024 for care of persons living in poverty and other community benefit programs
Ascension Seton Foundation
- Total Revenue: $8,882,896 (2024)
- Total Expenses: $6,675,048 (2024)
- Total Assets: $129,327,181 (2024)
- Net Income: $2,207,848 (2024)
- Notable revenue sources: Contributions of $6,675,583
- Four-Star charity rating with 95% overall score
Ascension Texas Foundations
- Employees: 21
- Headquarters: Austin, Texas
| Metric | 2024 | 2023 | 2022 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Assets | $3,170,376,623 | $2,796,248,403 | $3,075,424,412 |
| Revenue | $3,309,540,569 | $3,006,403,037 | $2,846,977,586 |
| Expenses | $2,984,433,243 | $2,631,998,802 | $2,379,013,884 |
| Qualifying Distributions | — | — | — |
| Net Investment Income | $37,771 | $6,381,822 | $25,603 |
| Distributable Amount | — | — | — |
Giving Over Time
Total grant dollars and number of grants per year
Grant Insights
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 10 recipients in 2024
Grant Size Distribution
176 grants across all recorded years
Giving History
Grant recipients and amounts by year
Among its reported 2024 grants, the largest include Dell Children's Foundation ($2,896,035), Ascension Seton Foundation ($1,638,441), Austin Community Foundation ($1,009,600).
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| AMERICAN GATEWAYS AUSTIN, TX | Donation in support of American Gateways for legal support for immigrants | $50,000 |
| AMERICAN HEART ASSOCIATION INC AUSTIN, TX | Donation in support of the 2024 Go Red for Women | $16,625 |
| ANN RICHARDS SCHOOL FOUNDATION AUSTIN, TX | Donation in support of The Ann Richards School Foundation for Reach for the Stars | $9,110 |
| ANTI-DEFAMATION LEAGUE AUSTIN, TX | Donation in support of ADL for 2023 Golden Door Awards Dinner | $9,250 |
| ANY BABY CAN OF AUSTIN INC AUSTIN, TX | Donation supports Any Baby Can's Nurse-Family Partnership Program | $10,000 |
| AUSTIN AREA HERITAGE COUNCIL AUSTIN, TX | 2022 Ascension Seton MLK Scholarships | $6,000 |
| AUSTIN AREA RESEARCH ORGANIZATION INC AUSTIN, TX | 2024 AARO Tier A Membership | $14,000 |
| Austin Black Physicians Association AUSTIN, TX | Donation in support of ABPA for Healty Equity Program | $25,000 |
| AUSTIN CHILDRENS MUSEUM INC AUSTIN, TX | Donation in support of Thinkery for Open Door Initiative | $10,000 |
| AUSTIN COMMUNITY FOUNDATION AUSTIN, TX | Donation to Austin Community Foundation to support investments according to the Ascension Texas' 2021 CHNAs priorities; also in support of Austin Community Foundation for Austin in Common | $1,009,600 |
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
Key executives include:
- Julie Barschow: Executive Director (Ascension Texas Foundations)
- Jennifer Hayhurst: Executive Director, Ascension Seton Williamson Foundation
- Christina K Attal: Executive Director of Development
- Tavarres Jefferson: Chief Operating Officer (Ascension Seton)
Compensation Overview
From 2024 IRS filing
From 2024 filing
| Name | Title | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| ERIK PRONSKE MD | CHAIR | 1 | — |
| JOHNETTE MCKOWN EDD | TREASURER | 1 | — |
| PAT ATKINS | SECRETARY | 1 | — |
| WILLIAM A DAVIS | EX-OFFICIO/CEO, MINISTRY MARKET | — | — |
| ALEXA STUIFBERGEN PHD RN | DIRECTOR | 1 | — |
| ASHLEY MARIE DICKINSON | EX-OFFICIO/COO (START 8/2023) | 50 | — |
| CHRIS WHEELER | DIRECTOR | 1 | — |
| DAVE CLARKE MD | DIRECTOR | 1 | — |
| GEORGE MACONES MD | DIRECTOR | 1 | — |
| JEFFREY MANNING MD | DIRECTOR | 1 | — |
| TERRY MATTSON | DIRECTOR | 1 | — |
| DANIEL W HUFFINE | ASSISTANT TREASURER/CFO, MINISTRY MARKET | — | — |
| ADAM MESSER | PRESIDENT, DELL CHILDREN'S MEDICAL CENTER | 50 | $699,790 |
| ANDREW JOHN GNANN | PRESIDENT, ASCENSION SETON WILLIAMSON | 50 | $222,213 |
| JOAN K ROSS | PRESIDENT, ASCENSION SETON HAYS/BASTROP | 50 | $435,277 |
| KATHERINE C HENDERSON | PRESIDENT, SUBURBAN HOSPITALS (END 1/2023) | 50 | $697,226 |
| MICHAEL WIGGINS | PRESIDENT, DELL CHILDREN'S MEDICAL CENTER (END 6/2024) | 50 | $498,535 |
| STEVEN J BROCKMAN-WEBER RN | PRESIDENT, RURAL HOSPITALS | 50 | $646,022 |
| WESLEY K TIDWELL | PRESIDENT, ASCENSION SETON MEDICAL CENTER AUSTIN | 50 | $640,382 |
| JOHN K STOKES MD | PHYSICIAN | 50 | $1,842,724 |
| MATTHEW GECK MD | PHYSICIAN | 50 | $1,872,369 |
| S TYLER HOLLMIG MD | PHYSICIAN | 50 | $2,070,391 |
| SACHIN MEHTA MD | PHYSICIAN | 50 | $1,646,805 |
| VINCENT YAT-CHUNG WANG MD | PHYSICIAN | 50 | $1,494,892 |
| CHRISTANN MARIE VASQUEZ | FORMER KEY EMPLOYEE (END 12/2018) | — | — |
| CRAIG A CORDOLA FACHE | FORMER OFFICER (END 6/2019) | — | — |
| SCOTT HERNDON | FORMER OFFICER (END 8/2022) | — | — |
| TIMOTHY MICHAEL BRIERTY | FORMER KEY EMPLOYEE (END 4/2022) | 50 | $159,042 |
Recent News & Activity
Recent developments and announcements
Ascension Seton Foundation received a donation from H-E-B to accelerate women's health in Central Texas
Ascension Seton Foundation Receives Donation from H-E-B to Accelerate Women\u2019\Ascension Seton and Austin Regional Clinic advanced spine care with a first adult next-generation robotic procedure
Ascension Seton Foundation Receives Donation from H-E-B to Accelerate Women\u2019\Ascension Seton Williamson achieved Magnet® Recognition with Distinction
Ascension Seton Foundation Receives Donation from H-E-B to Accelerate Women\u2019\Dell Medical School and Dell Seton Medical Center won a national grant to rethink physician training
Dell Medical School, Dell Seton Medical Win National Grant to Rethink PhysicianAscension Seton recently acquired Cedar Park Regional Medical Center
Ascension Seton Foundation Receives Donation from H-E-B to Accelerate Women\u2019\Subject Areas
Focus areas based on grantmaking activity
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Ascension Seton fund?
Ascension Seton's mission is to care for and improve the health of those served with special concern for the poor and the vulnerable. The organization operates as a sign of God's unconditional love for all, believing that all persons by their creation are endowed with dignity. Primary focus areas include: • Community health systems • Hospital operations and healthcare delivery • Support for vulnerable and low-income populations • Women's health initiatives • Graduate medical education • Spine c…
How do I apply for a grant from Ascension Seton?
Ascension Seton operates through multiple affiliated foundations, including the Ascension Seton Foundation, which works with the philanthropic community to support Seton's Central Austin adult facilities and nursing scholarship endowments. Recent grant activity includes: • Receipt of a donation from H-E-B to accelerate women's health initiatives in Central Texas • A national grant awarded to Dell Medical School and Dell Seton Medical Center to rethink physician training • A Pursuing Excellence …
Where does Ascension Seton make grants?
Ascension Seton operates throughout Central Texas, with particular concentration in the Austin area. The Ascension Texas Foundations network supports 14-15 Ascension Texas hospital campuses throughout Central Texas.
What size grants does Ascension Seton award?
In 2024, Ascension Seton awarded 42 grants totaling $8.8M — an average of about $211K per grant, based on its IRS Form 990 filings.
What is Ascension Seton's EIN?
Ascension Seton's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 74-1109643. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2020–2024.
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Data last updated June 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990-PF filings. Research dossier generated April 2026.
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