National Federation of the Blind of Texas Inc
self-help for the blind
National Federation of the Blind of Texas Inc at a glance
In short: National Federation of the Blind of Texas Inc gave $20K across 1 grant in 2024 (avg $20K), mostly in Maryland. Source: 2024 IRS Form 990.
- Annual giving (2024)
- $19,750
- +66.0% vs 2023
- Grants made (2024)
- 1
- +0.0% vs 2023
- Average grant
- $19,750
- +66.0% vs 2023
- Median grant
- $19,750
- Total assets
- $981,698
- +11.6% vs 2023
- Primary geography
- Maryland (100% of itemized 2024 grant dollars)
- Latest 990 filing
- Form 990, 2024 View filing
Data from IRS Form 990, 2024; updated September 2026.
Who National Federation of the Blind of Texas Inc funds
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top recipient in 2024
The largest 2024 recipient was National Federation of the Blind ($20K).
Grant Size Distribution
5 grants across all recorded years
The most common grant size was under $50K: 5 grants of 5 (100%).
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
Grant Distribution by State
Share of the 2024 grant dollars on its one itemized grant.
States
Cities
How National Federation of the Blind of Texas Inc gives
- Giving fell 36% from 2021 to 2024. Method
From the foundation's IRS Form 990 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 $12K (2023) to $44K (2022). In 2024 it made 1 grant totaling $20K.
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| National Federation of the Blind Baltimore, MD | To support nationwide blindness programs. | $19,750 |
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Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
| Filing year | Total Assets | Revenue | Expenses | Grants paid | Grants | Net Investment Income |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $981,698 | $761,514 | $733,049 | $19,750 | 1 | $45,589 |
| 2023 | $879,784 | $860,191 | $807,548 | $11,900 | 1 | $-13,205 |
| 2022 | $756,161 | $569,279 | $702,573 | $44,366 | 1 | $22,272 |
| 2021 | $947,413 | $639,857 | $701,249 | $30,983 | 1 | $39,799 |
| 2020 | $945,681 | $666,593 | $599,550 | $23,386 | 1 | $21,162 |
About National Federation of the Blind of Texas Inc
Based on IRS filings
National Federation of the Blind of Texas Inc is a public charity focused on Diseases, Disorders & Medical Disciplines, based in Alvin, TX. IRS filing data is available from 2020 through 2024. As of 2024, the organization holds $982K in total assets. In 2024, it awarded 1 grant totaling $20K. Net investment income was $46K.
Focus Areas
Leadership & Key People
Officers and directors from IRS filings
National Federation of the Blind of Texas Inc is led by Norma Crosby, President on every filing since 2020; none of the 9 officers listed in 2024 report compensation.
Officers on the 2024 filing
Norma Crosby
President
On filings since 2020
10 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Daniel Martinez
Board Member
On filings since 2020
2 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Lara Sowell
Treasurer
On filings since 2020
2 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Louis Maher
Secretary
On filings since 2020
2 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Raul Gallegos
1st Vice President
On filings since 2020
2 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Pamela Chesser
Board Member
On filings since 2023
2 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Wendy Walker
2nd Vice President
Board Member → 2nd Vice President, 2024
On filings since 2023
2 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Al Rodriguez
Board Member
New on the 2024 filing
2 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Thomas Rodriguez
Board Member
New on the 2024 filing
2 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Former officers (4)
- Former: George Battiste (2020–2023) — Board Member
- Former: Kimberly Aguillard (2020–2023) — 2nd Vice President
- Former: Jeanine Lineback (2020–2022) — Board Member
- Former: Jonathan Franks (2020–2022) — Board Member
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 National Federation of the Blind of Texas Inc
How much does National Federation of the Blind of Texas Inc give each year?
National Federation of the Blind of Texas Inc gave $20K across 1 grant in 2024, according to its 2024 IRS Form 990. In 2023 it gave $12K across 1 grant.
How large is National Federation of the Blind of Texas Inc?
National Federation of the Blind of Texas Inc reported $982K in total assets on its 2024 IRS Form 990. Its revenue that year was $762K.
What is National Federation of the Blind of Texas Inc?
National Federation of the Blind of Texas Inc is a public charity focused on Diseases, Disorders & Medical Disciplines, based in Alvin, TX. It holds $982K in total assets as of 2024.
Where does National Federation of the Blind of Texas Inc operate?
National Federation of the Blind of Texas Inc has awarded grants in Maryland.
What is National Federation of the Blind of Texas Inc's EIN?
National Federation of the Blind of Texas Inc's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 74-2056167. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2020–2024.
Data last updated September 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990 filings.
Data update history
(6)
When this profile's IRS filing data changed on Grantable
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2020 (received by the IRS November 11, 2021)
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2021 (received by the IRS November 9, 2022)
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2022 (received by the IRS November 11, 2024)
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2023 (received by the IRS November 15, 2024)
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2024 (received by the IRS July 3, 2025)
- IRS filings on file for fiscal years 2020–2024
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