Republic of Texas Tailgate
Republic of Texas Tailgate is a private foundation focused on Education, based in Wimberley, TX. IRS filing data is available from 2023 through 2025. As of 2025, the organization holds $332 in total assets. In 2025, it awarded 5 grants totaling $70K.
Republic of Texas Tailgate at a glance
In short: Republic of Texas Tailgate gave $70K across 5 grants in 2025 (avg $14K), mostly in Texas. Source: 2025 IRS Form 990-PF.
- Annual giving (2025)
- $69,778
- +46.0% vs 2024
- Grants made (2025)
- 5
- +0.0% vs 2024
- Average grant
- $13,956
- +46.0% vs 2024
- Median grant
- $2,678
- Total assets
- $332
- -85.8% vs 2024
- Primary geography
- Texas (100% of itemized 2025 grant dollars)
- Latest 990 filing
- Form 990-PF, 2025 View filing
Data from IRS Form 990-PF, 2025; updated September 2026.
Who Republic of Texas Tailgate funds
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 5 recipients in 2025
The largest 2025 recipient was Hays County Youth ($44K). Together the top 5 received $70K.
Grant Size Distribution
12 grants across all recorded years
The most common grant size was under $50K: 12 grants of 12 (100%).
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
Grant Distribution by State
Share of 2025 grant dollars across all 5 itemized grants.
States
Cities
Giving History
Giving Over Time
Total grant dollars and number of grants per year
From 2023 to 2025, annual grant giving ranged from $20K (2023) to $70K (2025). In 2025 it made 5 grants totaling $70K.
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Hays County Youth Wimberley, TX | Primary Purpose FFA/4H | $44,100 |
| Rodeo Austin Austin, TX | FFA/4H | $19,500 |
| San Antonio Stock Show San Antonio, TX | Youth Education | $2,678 |
| Guadalupe County Livestock Show Seguin, TX | Youth Education | $2,500 |
| Kerr County Livestock Show Kerrville, TX | FFA/4H | $1,000 |
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Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
| Filing year | Total Assets | Revenue | Expenses | Grants paid | Grants | Qualifying Distributions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $332 | $90,950 | $92,950 | $69,778 | 5 | $69,778 |
| 2024 | $2,332 | $75,975 | $74,033 | $47,800 | 5 | $56,108 |
| 2023 | $390 | $35,250 | $34,860 | $20,000 | 2 | $20,000 |
Leadership & Key People
Officers and directors from IRS filings
Republic of Texas Tailgate is led by Matthew Ronshausen, President on every filing since 2023; none of the 3 officers listed in 2025 report compensation.
Officers on the 2025 filing
Matthew Ronshausen
President
On filings since 2023
No compensation reported
Alisha Ronshousen
Vice President
On filings since 2023
No compensation reported
Michael Feliz
Treasurer
On filings since 2023
No compensation reported
Data from IRS Form 990 filings, 2023–2025. "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 Republic of Texas Tailgate
How much does Republic of Texas Tailgate give each year?
Republic of Texas Tailgate gave $70K across 5 grants in 2025, according to its 2025 IRS Form 990-PF. In 2024 it gave $48K across 5 grants.
What is Republic of Texas Tailgate's typical grant size?
Republic of Texas Tailgate's median grant in 2025 was $2,678, and its average grant was $13,956, across 5 grants on its 2025 IRS Form 990-PF.
Where does Republic of Texas Tailgate give grants?
Republic of Texas Tailgate gives mostly in Texas: 100% of the grant dollars itemized on its 2025 IRS Form 990-PF went to recipients there.
Does Republic of Texas Tailgate give general operating support?
Not in 2025: none of the 5 grants with a stated purpose on Republic of Texas Tailgate's 2025 IRS Form 990-PF were described as general or operating support.
Who are Republic of Texas Tailgate's largest grantees?
Republic of Texas Tailgate's largest 2025 grantees include Hays County Youth ($44,100), Rodeo Austin ($19,500) and San Antonio Stock Show ($2,678), according to its 2025 IRS Form 990-PF. Together they received 95% of its itemized 2025 grant dollars.
How large is Republic of Texas Tailgate?
Republic of Texas Tailgate reported $332 in total assets on its 2025 IRS Form 990-PF. Its revenue that year was $91K.
What is Republic of Texas Tailgate?
Republic of Texas Tailgate is a private foundation focused on Education, based in Wimberley, TX. It holds $332 in total assets as of 2025.
What is Republic of Texas Tailgate's EIN?
Republic of Texas Tailgate's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 88-3389236. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2023–2025.
Data last updated September 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990-PF filings.
Data update history
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When this profile's IRS filing data changed on Grantable
- IRS filings on file for fiscal years 2023–2025
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