Ascent 121
Ascent 121 is a private foundation, based in Round Rock, TX. IRS filing data is available from 2020 through 2024. As of 2024, the organization holds $461K in total assets. In 2024, it awarded 2 grants totaling $87K. Net investment income was $24K.
Ascent 121 at a glance
In short: Ascent 121 gave $87K across 2 grants in 2024 (avg $43K), mostly in Texas. Source: 2024 IRS Form 990-PF.
- Annual giving (2024)
- $86,526
- -8.9% vs 2023
- Grants made (2024)
- 2
- +0.0% vs 2023
- Average grant
- $43,263
- -8.9% vs 2023
- Median grant
- $43,263
- Total assets
- $461,133
- -19.7% vs 2023
- Primary geography
- Texas (100% of itemized 2024 grant dollars)
- Latest 990 filing
- Form 990-PF, 2024 View filing
Data from IRS Form 990-PF, 2024; updated September 2026.
Who Ascent 121 funds
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 2 recipients in 2024
The largest 2024 recipient was Hope for Honduras Inc ($84K). Together the top 2 received $87K.
Grant Size Distribution
7 grants across all recorded years
The most common grant size was in the $50–100K range: 5 grants of 7 (71%).
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
Grant Distribution by State
Share of 2024 grant dollars across all 2 itemized grants.
States
Cities
How Ascent 121 gives
- Giving held roughly steady from 2021 to 2024 (+3%). Method
- In 2024 it paid out 277% of its IRS minimum distribution (the 5% rule). Method
From the foundation's IRS Form 990-PF filings. Methodology.
Giving History
Giving Over Time
Total grant dollars and number of grants per year
From 2020 to 2024, annual grant giving ranged from $84K (2021) to $95K (2023). In 2024 it made 2 grants totaling $87K.
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Hope for Honduras Inc Spring, TX | Medical Services & Meals | $84,000 |
| St Elias Orthodox Church Austin, TX | General Services | $2,526 |
Ready to take the next step with Ascent 121?
Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
| Filing year | Total Assets | Revenue | Expenses | Grants paid | Grants | Qualifying Distributions | Net Investment Income | Distributable Amount |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $461,133 | $-21,626 | $91,159 | $86,526 | 2 | $88,626 | $23,963 | $32,023 |
| 2023 | $573,918 | $29,037 | $95,389 | $95,000 | 2 | $95,000 | $29,037 | $33,196 |
| 2022 | $640,270 | $-4,610 | $84,130 | $84,000 | 1 | $84,000 | $26,248 | $36,187 |
| 2021 | $729,010 | $27,464 | $84,450 | $84,000 | 1 | $84,000 | $27,464 | $37,977 |
| 2020 | $785,996 | $37,274 | $86,615 | $85,100 | 1 | — | $31,123 | $46,855 |
Under IRS private-foundation payout rules, Ascent 121 reported a distributable amount of $32K for 2024 — the minimum it must pay out in qualifying distributions.
Leadership & Key People
Officers and directors from IRS filings
Ascent 121 is led by Daniel S. Tyler, President, Treasurer & D on every filing since 2020; none of the 3 officers listed in 2024 report compensation.
Officers on the 2024 filing
Daniel S. Tyler
President, Treasurer & D
On filings since 2020
No compensation reported
Darla D. Tyler
Secretary & Director
On filings since 2020
No compensation reported
Jeffrie Thompson
Director
On filings since 2020
No compensation reported
Data from IRS Form 990 filings, 2020–2024. "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 Ascent 121
How much does Ascent 121 give each year?
Ascent 121 gave $87K across 2 grants in 2024, according to its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. In 2023 it gave $95K across 2 grants.
How large is Ascent 121?
Ascent 121 reported $461K in total assets on its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. It paid out $89K in qualifying distributions that year, against a required minimum of $32K (roughly 5% of its investment assets).
Where does Ascent 121 operate?
Ascent 121 has awarded grants in Texas.
What is Ascent 121's EIN?
Ascent 121's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 47-4969589. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2020–2024.
Data last updated September 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990-PF filings.
Data update history
(1)
When this profile's IRS filing data changed on Grantable
- IRS filings on file for fiscal years 2020–2024
Explore Open Grants
Browse active grant opportunities in Ascent 121's focus areas in our free grants database
Similar Funders
Funders with grantees in common, and similar funders in Texas
Second Mountain Ministries
Spring, TX
Second mountain's mission is to support those who are vulnerable, marginalized or disenfranchised in the U.S. and internationally through rescue, relief, restoration, and development.
Assets
$48K
Grants
2
Total Given
$89K
Roma Charitable Foundation
Seattle, WA
The foundation funds preselected charitable organizations, with recent grants supporting housing, job training, foster-care services, health, and other charitable activities. Its 2024 grants ranged from $4,000 to $303,186, with a median of $85,000, and went mostly to organizations in Washington and Oregon. It does not accept unsolicited funding requests.
Assets
$14.9M
Grants
19
Total Given
$2.3M
United Way Worldwide
Alexandria, VA
United Way Worldwide funds community programs focused on youth opportunity, health, financial security, education, and disaster relief, with 2024 grants made across multiple U.S. states and internationally. Its 209 reported grants ranged from $5,100 to $736,333, with a median of $22,675. It does not state whether it accepts unsolicited grant requests.
Assets
$68.0M
Grants
209
Total Given
$11.4M
Communities Foundation of Texas Inc
Dallas, TX
Communities Foundation of Texas funds a broad range of community needs, including health, education, housing, and community development, primarily in North Texas and across Texas. Its 2025 grants had a median of about $18,800, though amounts varied widely; nearly all opportunities are by invitation, with some specific programs open for applications.
Assets
$1.2B
Grants
2,209
Total Given
$209.2M
Greater Houston Community Foundation
Houston, TX
The Foundation makes grants through donor-advised and other donor-established funds for public benefit, human services, education, and health, including initiatives addressing economic mobility and poverty in Harris County. In 2024, its median grant was $25,000; it serves Greater Houston, while grants also go to recipients elsewhere in Texas and beyond. It does not accept proposals for the upcoming High-Impact Grantmaking cycle and plans to invite selected organizations or collaboratives to apply.
Assets
$1.1B
Grants
1,724
Total Given
$232.3M
Baker Hughes Foundation
Houston, TX
Assets
$2.2M
Grants
990
Total Given
$3.2M
More similar funders
More Funders in Texas
The filing figures on this page are open data under CC BY 4.0. About GrantGraph Open
Figures come from Ascent 121's IRS filings (methodology). AI-written summaries, news items and logos are not covered by the open licence. Spot an error? Email hello@grantable.co.
Ascent 121 down — hundreds of funders to go?