Larry Welch Foundation
The Larry Welch Foundation is a private foundation based in Frankston, Texas. Its 2024 filing lists charitable contributions to organizations in several states, including Montana, Texas, Tennessee, Washington, and the District of Columbia.
Larry Welch Foundation at a glance
In short: Larry Welch Foundation gave $40K across 11 grants in 2024 (avg $4K), mostly in Montana. Source: 2024 IRS Form 990-PF.
- Annual giving (2024)
- $40,000
- +150.0% vs 2023
- Grants made (2024)
- 11
- -15.4% vs 2023
- Average grant
- $3,636
- +195.5% vs 2023
- Median grant
- $1,000
- Total assets
- $136,298
- +26.8% vs 2023
- Primary geography
- Montana (50% of itemized 2024 grant dollars)
- Latest 990 filing
- Form 990-PF, 2024 View filing
Data from IRS Form 990-PF, 2024; updated October 2026.
How to apply to Larry Welch Foundation
- Accepts unsolicited proposals
- No
- How to Apply
-
The foundation states that it makes contributions only to preselected charitable organizations and does not accept unsolicited requests for funds.
- Contact
Mailing address: 10943 Burks Street, Frankston, TX 75763
Phone: (210) 488-3486
Application details from Grantable's research on the foundation's public materials; confirm on its website before applying.
Who Larry Welch Foundation funds
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 10 recipients in 2024
The largest 2024 recipient was Siski Smoke Jumpers ($12K). Together the top 10 received $39K.
Grant Size Distribution
40 grants across all recorded years
The most common grant size was under $50K: 40 grants of 40 (100%).
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
The 2024 filing reports that 50% of grant dollars went to recipients in Montana, 28% to Texas, 12% to Tennessee, 2% to the District of Columbia, and 2% to Washington. The listed grants also include recipients in Georgia and Kansas.
Grant Distribution by State
Share of 2024 grant dollars across all 11 itemized grants.
Cities
How Larry Welch Foundation gives
Estimate from itemized grant lists in IRS Form 990-PF filings (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 $1K (2020) to $40K (2024). In 2024 it made 11 grants totaling $40K.
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Siski Smoke Jumpers Missoula, MT | Donation | $12,000 |
| First United Methodist Church Post, TX | Donation | $8,000 |
| National Smoke Jumpers Missoula, MT | Donation | $8,000 |
| St Judes Memphis, TN | Donation | $5,000 |
| National Park Conservation Washington DC, DC | Donation | $1,000 |
| American Parkinsons Lacy, WA | Donation | $1,000 |
| Salvation Army Tyler, TX | Donation | $1,000 |
| Red Cross Tyler, TX | Donation | $1,000 |
| Habitat for Humanity Americus, GA | Donation | $1,000 |
| Wounded Warriors Topeka, KS | Donation | $1,000 |
Ready to take the next step with Larry Welch Foundation?
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 | $136,298 | $122,873 | $94,103 | $40,000 | 11 | $40,000 | $122,873 | — |
| 2023 | $107,528 | $3,291 | $18,531 | $16,000 | 13 | $32,000 | — | — |
| 2022 | $122,768 | $83,479 | $7,472 | $7,000 | 10 | $7,000 | — | — |
| 2021 | $12,665 | $7 | $5,115 | $4,300 | 5 | $4,300 | $7 | — |
| 2020 | $12,665 | $17,665 | $5,000 | $1,000 | 1 | — | — | $52 |
Research compiled by Grantable AI from public sources. Last updated September 2026.
Mission & Focus Areas
No mission statement for the foundation is provided. Its 2024 grants went to organizations including smoke-jumper organizations, a church, St. Jude’s, conservation and humanitarian organizations, and Habitat for Humanity. Habitat for Humanity describes its mission as seeking to eliminate poverty housing worldwide and make decent shelter a matter of conscience and action.
Grantmaking
In 2024, the foundation gave $40,000 through 11 grants. Grants ranged from $1,000 to $12,000, with a median of $1,000. Notable grants included $12,000 to Siski Smoke Jumpers and $8,000 each to First United Methodist Church in Post, Texas, and National Smoke Jumpers. Other grants included $5,000 to St. Jude’s and $1,000 each to National Park Conservation, American Parkinsons, Salvation Army, Red Cross, Habitat for Humanity, Wounded Warriors, and Cal Farley Boys Ranch.
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
Larry Welch is listed as president on the 2024 filing.
Larry Welch Foundation is led by Larry D Welch, President on every filing since 2020 — the only officer listed, and uncompensated.
Officers on the 2024 filing
Larry D Welch
President
On filings since 2020
5 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Former officers (2)
- Former: Duana Welch (2020) — Secretary
- Former: Mace Welch (2020) — Treasurer
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 Larry Welch Foundation
How much does Larry Welch Foundation give each year?
Larry Welch Foundation gave $40K across 11 grants in 2024, according to its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. In 2023 it gave $16K across 13 grants.
What is Larry Welch Foundation's typical grant size?
Larry Welch Foundation's median grant in 2024 was $1,000, and its average grant was $3,636, across 11 grants on its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF.
Where does Larry Welch Foundation give grants?
Larry Welch Foundation gives mostly in Montana: 50% of the grant dollars itemized on its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF went to recipients there. The next largest states were Texas (28%) and Tennessee (13%). The most frequent recipient cities were Missoula, MT (2 grants) and Tyler, TX (2 grants).
Does Larry Welch Foundation give general operating support?
Not in 2024: none of the 11 grants with a stated purpose on Larry Welch Foundation's 2024 IRS Form 990-PF were described as general or operating support. Recurring purposes include "Donation" (11 grants).
Who are Larry Welch Foundation's largest grantees?
Larry Welch Foundation's largest 2024 grantees include Siski Smoke Jumpers ($12,000), First United Methodist Church ($8,000) and National Smoke Jumpers ($8,000), according to its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. Together they received 70% of its itemized 2024 grant dollars.
How large is Larry Welch Foundation?
Larry Welch Foundation reported $136K in total assets on its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. Its revenue that year was $123K.
What does Larry Welch Foundation fund?
No mission statement for the foundation is provided. Its 2024 grants went to organizations including smoke-jumper organizations, a church, St. Jude’s, conservation and humanitarian organizations, and Habitat for Humanity. See mission & focus areas ↑
How do I apply for a grant from Larry Welch Foundation?
The foundation states that it 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 Larry Welch Foundation's EIN?
Larry Welch Foundation's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 85-3462431. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2020–2024.
Does Larry Welch 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.
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 Larry Welch Foundation's focus areas in our free grants database
Similar Funders
Funders with grantees in common, and similar funders in Texas
Dr Daniel C Hartnett Family Foundation
Long Lake, MN
Assets
$1.4M
Grants
69
Total Given
$22K
The Bob and Karen Wortham Charitable Fou
Beaumont, TX
Assets
—
Grants
55
Total Given
$55K
Enterprise Holdings Foundation
Saint Louis, MO
The Enterprise Holdings Foundation supports charitable and educational nonprofits in communities where Enterprise Mobility operates, focusing on health, education, arts, and disaster relief; applicants must be actively supported by an Enterprise Mobility team member, spouse, or domestic partner. Giving varies widely: it reported 9,499 grants in 2024, but its 2025 filing showed one grant of $101.4 million, so that amount is not a typical award. Applications are accepted at any time through eligible Enterprise-affiliated applicants; the Foundation does not limit giving to preselected organizations.
Assets
$594.3M
Grants
1
Total Given
$101.4M
Joan and Alan Ades-Taub Family
Roslyn Heights, NY
Assets
$2.2M
Grants
3
Total Given
$215K
Guinn Foundation Inc
Wichita Falls, TX
The foundation supports organizations working in areas such as food assistance, youth, health care, senior services, housing, and family support, primarily in Texas. Its 2025 grants ranged from $100 to $60,000, with a median of $5,000. It accepts unsolicited written requests addressed to Alfred B. Guinn; no deadline is listed.
Assets
$3.4M
Grants
42
Total Given
$339K
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
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 Larry Welch Foundation'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.
Larry Welch Foundation down — hundreds of funders to go?