ExxonMobil Foundation
ExxonMobil Foundation is a private foundation based in Spring, Texas. Its 2024 filing describes direct charitable activity involving immersive educational experiences for students, and its 2024 itemized grants were reported with education as their purpose.
ExxonMobil Foundation at a glance
In short: ExxonMobil Foundation gave $20.8M across 66 grants in 2024 (avg $316K), top state California. 61% of 2024 grantees were new. Source: 2024 IRS Form 990-PF.
- Annual giving (2024)
- $20,841,805
- -29.6% vs 2023
- Grants made (2024)
- 66
- +0.0% vs 2023
- Average grant
- $315,785
- -29.6% vs 2023
- Median grant
- $4,200
- Total assets
- $78,357,234
- -27.8% vs 2023
- New grantees (estimate)
- 61% first-time grantees (40 of 66, 2024)
- Primary geography
- California (33% of itemized 2024 grant dollars)
- Latest 990 filing
- Form 990-PF, 2024 View filing
Data from IRS Form 990-PF, 2024; updated October 2026. New grantees are estimated by matching recipient names across years (methodology).
How to apply to ExxonMobil Foundation
- Accepts unsolicited proposals
- No
- How to Apply
-
The foundation makes contributions only to preselected charitable organizations and does not accept unsolicited requests for funds.
- Contact
Mailing address: 22777 Springwoods Vlg Pkwy Loc 126, Spring, TX 77389-1425
Phone: (832) 624-3611
Application details from Grantable's research on the foundation's public materials; confirm on its website before applying.
Who ExxonMobil Foundation funds
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 10 recipients in 2024
The largest 2024 recipient was Khan Academy Inc ($6.8M). Together the top 10 received $18.1M.
Grant Size Distribution
308 grants across all recorded years
The most common grant size was under $50K: 145 grants of 308 (47%).
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
The 2024 grant listing reports recipient-state shares of 33% for California, 22% for Virginia, 16% for Texas, and 3% for Washington, DC. Listed recipients also include organizations in other states and locations.
Grant Distribution by State
Share of 2024 grant dollars across all 66 itemized grants.
States
Cities
Is ExxonMobil Foundation open to new grantees?
61%
first-time grantees, 2024
In 2024, 40 of 66 grantees (61%) were first-time recipients. First grants averaged $276K; repeat grants $377K. How we count
Medians: $4K first-time, $4K repeat.
- 33% of 2024 grantees were also funded in 2023. Method
- Giving held roughly steady from 2021 to 2024 (−5%). Method
- In 2024 it paid out 338% of its IRS minimum distribution (the 5% rule). Method
Estimate from itemized grant lists in IRS Form 990-PF filings (2020–2024). 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 2024, annual grant giving ranged from $20.8M (2024) to $31.5M (2020). In 2024 it made 66 grants totaling $20.8M.
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Khan Academy Inc Mountain View, CA | Education | $6,846,730 |
| Charities Aid Foundation America CAF America Alexandria, VA | Education | $3,688,864 |
| Iwokrama International Centre for Rainforest Conservation and Development | Education | $2,500,000 |
| United Way of Greater Houston Houston, TX | Education | $1,300,000 |
| The EMC Foundation Inc | Education | $1,000,000 |
| Educational Matching Gift Spring, TX | Education | $993,238 |
| Cherie Blair Foundation for Women | Education | $600,000 |
| Counterpart International Inc Arlington, VA | Education | $500,000 |
| Friends of Panafricare Inc Washington, DC | Education | $350,000 |
| Junior Achievement of Southeast Texas Inc Houston, TX | Education | $300,000 |
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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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $78,357,234 | $4,713,229 | $24,432,293 | $20,841,805 | 66 | $14,447,598 | $4,713,229 | $4,276,557 |
| 2023 | $108,506,578 | $6,039,856 | $29,919,983 | $29,623,472 | 66 | $40,940,780 | $6,039,856 | $5,868,198 |
| 2022 | $131,035,168 | $1,696,114 | $28,754,707 | $28,615,822 | 81 | $25,340,062 | $1,696,114 | $5,102,003 |
| 2021 | $154,607,716 | $-4,079,616 | $21,209,736 | $21,976,365 | 55 | $23,038,129 | $272,384 | $8,413,350 |
| 2020 | $180,827,902 | $15,849,317 | $34,507,303 | $31,547,143 | 40 | — | $145,871,395 | $8,323,848 |
Under IRS private-foundation payout rules, ExxonMobil Foundation reported a distributable amount of $4.3M for 2024 — the minimum it must pay out in qualifying distributions.
Research compiled by Grantable AI from public sources. Last updated September 2026.
Mission & Focus Areas
No separate mission statement is provided. The foundation’s 2024 filing describes educational activities focused on student engagement, creativity, collaboration, and curiosity, including STEM exploration.
Grantees’ stated missions illustrate the range of organizations supported. Khan Academy says its mission is “a free world-class education for anyone, anywhere.” United Way of Greater Houston says it works to improve lives, strengthen community, and create opportunities for people to prosper. Counterpart International describes partnering with communities worldwide to turn local ideas into lasting solutions. Solar Sister says it works to address energy poverty by empowering women through economic opportunity and clean-energy access.
Grantmaking
In 2024, the foundation reported 66 grants totaling $20,841,805. Grant amounts ranged from $1,000 to $6,846,730, with a median of $4,200.
Among the largest grants were $6,846,730 to Khan Academy, $3,688,864 to Charities Aid Foundation America, $2,500,000 to the Iwokrama International Centre for Rainforest Conservation and Development, and $1,300,000 to United Way of Greater Houston. Other listed grants included $1,000,000 to The EMC Foundation, $993,238 through the Educational Matching Gift, and $600,000 to the Cherie Blair Foundation for Women.
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
The 2024 filing lists Matt M Furman as Trustee & Chairman; Alvin V Abrahams as Trustee & President; Juliana L Schmoker as Secretary; Chris M Carron as General Counsel; James R Chapman, Jon M Gibbs, Inge A Van Coppenolle, Michael P Zamora, and Jeffrey A Taylor as Trustees; and Julio E Tamacas as Treasurer.
ExxonMobil Foundation is led by Alvin V Abrahams, Trustee & President on every filing since 2023; none of the 12 officers listed in 2024 report compensation.
Officers on the 2024 filing
Alvin V Abrahams
Trustee & President
On filings since 2023
10 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Matt M Furman
Trustee & Chairman
New on the 2024 filing
No compensation reported
Inge A Van Coppenolle
Trustee
On filings since 2023
No compensation reported
James R Chapman
Trustee
On filings since 2023
No compensation reported
Jon M Gibbs
Trustee
On filings since 2023
No compensation reported
Alison P Simon
Trustee
New on the 2024 filing
No compensation reported
Jeffrey A Taylor
Trustee
New on the 2024 filing
No compensation reported
Michael P Zamora
Trustee
New on the 2024 filing
No compensation reported
Juliana L Schmoker
Secretary
On filings since 2023
No compensation reported
Chris M Carron
General Counsel
New on the 2024 filing
2 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Julio E Tamacas
Treasurer
New on the 2024 filing
No compensation reported
Thomas Chris Smith
Controller
New on the 2024 filing
2 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Former officers (31)
- Former: D G Wascom (2020–2023) — Trustee
- Former: E M Jones Riley (2020–2023) — Assistant Controller
- Former: K W Murphy (2020–2023) — President & Trustee
- Former: M P Zamora (2020–2023) — Trustee
- Former: T Ewherido (2020–2023) — Trustee
- Former: J E Tamacas (2022–2023) — Treasurer
- Former: J P Simon (2022–2023) — Assistant Secretary
- Former: M M Furman (2022–2023) — Chairman & Trustee
- Former: Belen Carreno (2023) — Assistant Treasurer
- Former: Brian J Conjelko (2023) — Controller
- Former: Deedra JP Moe (2023) — Executive Director
- Former: Janice M Phillips (2023) — Assistant Secretary
- Former: Jennifer K Driscoll (2023) — Trustee
- Former: Lisa K Bork (2023) — Secretary
- Former: Marie A Clouthier (2023) — Assistant Secretary
- Former: A T Jeffers (2020–2022) — Chairman
- Former: B Carreno (2020–2022) — Assistant Treasurer
- Former: H M Comer (2020–2022) — Treasurer
- Former: J M Spellings (2020–2022) — Trustee
- Former: J R Osterstock (2020–2022) — Controller
- Former: L K Bork (2020–2022) — Secretary
- Former: M A Clouthier (2020–2022) — Assistant Secretary
- Former: S A Littleton (2020–2022) — Trustee
- Former: W F Holbrook (2020–2022) — Executive Director
- Former: B J Conjelko (2022) — Controller
- Former: D J Moe (2022) — Executive Director
- Former: J K Driscoll (2022) — Trustee
- Former: J P Webb (2020) — Secretary
- Former: N A Hansen (2020) — Trustee
- Former: W J Renton (2020) — Controller
- Former: Z J Atanas (2020) — Controller
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 ExxonMobil Foundation
How much does ExxonMobil Foundation give each year?
ExxonMobil Foundation gave $20.8M across 66 grants in 2024, according to its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. In 2023 it gave $29.6M across 66 grants.
What is ExxonMobil Foundation's typical grant size?
ExxonMobil Foundation's median grant in 2024 was $4,200, and its average grant was $315,785, across 66 grants on its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. Organizations receiving their first grant from ExxonMobil Foundation that year got $276K on average.
Where does ExxonMobil Foundation give grants?
ExxonMobil Foundation's top state is California, with 33% of the grant dollars itemized on its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. The next largest states were Virginia (22%) and Texas (16%). The most frequent recipient cities were Houston, TX (34 grants), Conroe, TX (3 grants), Alexandria, VA (2 grants) and Washington, DC (2 grants).
Does ExxonMobil Foundation give general operating support?
Not in 2024: none of the 66 grants with a stated purpose on ExxonMobil Foundation's 2024 IRS Form 990-PF were described as general or operating support. Recurring purposes include "Education" (66 grants).
Who are ExxonMobil Foundation's largest grantees?
ExxonMobil Foundation's largest 2024 grantees include Khan Academy Inc ($6,846,730), Charities Aid Foundation America CAF America ($3,688,864) and Iwokrama International Centre for Rainforest Conservation and Development ($2,500,000), according to its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. Together they received 63% of its itemized 2024 grant dollars.
How large is ExxonMobil Foundation?
ExxonMobil Foundation reported $78.4M in total assets on its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. It paid out $14.4M in qualifying distributions that year, against a required minimum of $4.3M (roughly 5% of its investment assets).
What does ExxonMobil Foundation fund?
No separate mission statement is provided. The foundation’s 2024 filing describes educational activities focused on student engagement, creativity, collaboration, and curiosity, including STEM exploration. See mission & focus areas ↑
How do I apply for a grant from ExxonMobil Foundation?
The foundation makes contributions only to preselected charitable organizations and does not accept unsolicited requests for funds. Eligibility and process details are in the grantmaking section of this profile. See how to apply ↑
What is ExxonMobil Foundation's EIN?
ExxonMobil Foundation's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 13-6082357. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2020–2024.
Does ExxonMobil Foundation accept unsolicited proposals?
No, according to Grantable's research on the foundation's published guidelines. See how to apply ↑
Data last updated October 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990-PF filings. Research dossier generated September 2026.
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- IRS filings on file for fiscal years 2020–2024
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Grantable. (2026). ExxonMobil Foundation funder profile. GrantGraph. Retrieved November 5, 2026, from https://grantable.co/funders/exxonmobil-foundation-morg_c56ac413a8c943328d6fefc6aae81c85
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