Texas State Rifle Association Foundation
The Texas State Rifle Association Foundation, Inc. is an Austin, Texas, private foundation that raises contributions for firearm-related public-interest activities, including firearms and hunting safety, marksmanship, and public education about firearms. It says its work benefits constituencies across Texas, including youth, women, people with physical disabilities, gun collectors, law enforcement officers, hunters, and competitive shooters.
Texas State Rifle Association Foundation at a glance
In short: Texas State Rifle Association Foundation gave $55K across 27 grants in 2020 (avg $2K), mostly in Texas. Source: 2020 IRS Form 990-PF.
- Annual giving (2020)
- $54,822
- Grants made (2020)
- 27
- Average grant
- $2,030
- Median grant
- $1,000
- Total assets
- $560,289
- Primary geography
- Texas (79% of itemized 2020 grant dollars)
- Latest 990 filing
- Form 990-PF, 2020 View filing
Data from IRS Form 990-PF, 2020; updated October 2026.
How to apply to Texas State Rifle Association 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: PO Box 90095, Austin, TX 78709-0095
Phone: (512) 426-1329
Website: https://www.tsrafoundation.com
Application details from Grantable's research on the foundation's public materials; confirm on its website before applying.
Who Texas State Rifle Association Foundation funds
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 9 recipients in 2020
The largest 2020 recipient was San Antonion Livestock ($15K). Together the top 9 received $47K.
Organizations only. It also paid 10 individual scholarships ($7,650), which are not listed by name.
Grant Size Distribution
27 grants across all recorded years
The most common grant size was under $50K: 27 grants of 27 (100%).
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
In 2020, 79% of grant dollars went to recipients in Texas and 21% to recipients in Missouri.
Grant Distribution by State
Share of 2020 grant dollars across all 27 itemized grants.
Cities
Giving History
Giving Over Time
Total grant dollars and number of grants per year
In 2020 it made 27 grants totaling $55K.
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| San Antonion Livestock San Antonio, TX | Sponsor - Buckles | $15,000 |
| CCMU Foundation Austin, TX | Donation | $11,472 |
| Midway USA Foundation Columbia, MO | Program Support | $10,000 |
| Texas Christian University Fort Worth, TX | Scholarship | $1,000 |
| Texas A&M - Galveston Galveston, TX | Scholarship | $1,000 |
| Texas A&M - West Texas Canyon, TX | Scholarship | $1,000 |
| 10 individual scholarships Recipients not named | — | $7,650 |
| Texas A&M - Galveston Galveston, TX | Scholarship | $1,000 |
| Texas Christian University Fort Worth, TX | Scholarship | $1,000 |
| Texas A&M - West Texas Canyon, TX | Scholarship | $1,000 |
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Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
| Filing year | Total Assets | Revenue | Expenses | Grants paid | Grants | Net Investment Income | Distributable Amount |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 | $560,289 | $387,522 | $310,245 | $54,822 | 27 | $16,210 | $24,114 |
Under IRS private-foundation payout rules, Texas State Rifle Association Foundation reported a distributable amount of $24K for 2020 — the minimum it must pay out in qualifying distributions.
Research compiled by Grantable AI from public sources. Last updated October 2026.
Mission & Focus Areas
The foundation’s stated mission is to raise contributions for firearm-related public-interest activities of the Texas State Rifle Association and other organizations that defend and foster Second Amendment rights. Its stated activities include promoting firearms and hunting safety, enhancing marksmanship skills, and educating the public about firearms in their historic, technological, and artistic context.
In its 2020 filing, the foundation described its direct charitable activities as sponsoring youth shooting programs, education, and events, and providing grants to organizations that distribute funds for shooting programs and educational activities. Among its grantees, Midway USA Foundation describes its own mission as supporting nonprofit educational programs in firearms safety, shooting skills, hunting, and outdoor activities, with funding directed toward young people through educational institutions and youth organizations.
Grantmaking
In 2020, the foundation made 27 grants totaling $54,822. Grant amounts ranged from $200 to $15,000, with a median of $1,000. The largest listed grants were $15,000 to San Antonion Livestock for “Sponsor - Buckles,” $11,472 to CCMU Foundation for a donation, and $10,000 to Midway USA Foundation for program support. It also made $1,000 scholarships to several Texas institutions, including Texas Christian University, Texas A&M–Galveston, Texas A&M–West Texas, an individual recipient State University, an individual recipient Junior College, and Texas State University.
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
The 2020 filing lists Winifred Charles Preslar Jr. as secretary/treasurer, Raymond Neely as vice president, Dusty Hathorne as president, and Kevin Jimmerson as director.
Texas State Rifle Association Foundation is led by Dusty Hathorne, President on the 2020 filing; none of the 4 officers listed in 2020 report compensation.
Officers on the 2020 filing
Dusty Hathorne
President
New on the 2020 filing
2 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Kevin Jimmerson
Director
New on the 2020 filing
2 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Raymond Neely
Vice President
New on the 2020 filing
2 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Winifred Charles Preslar Jr.
Secretary & Treasurer
New on the 2020 filing
2 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Data from IRS Form 990 filings, 2020. "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 Texas State Rifle Association Foundation
How much does Texas State Rifle Association Foundation give each year?
Texas State Rifle Association Foundation gave $55K across 27 grants in 2020, according to its 2020 IRS Form 990-PF.
What is Texas State Rifle Association Foundation's typical grant size?
Texas State Rifle Association Foundation's median grant in 2020 was $1,000, and its average grant was $2,030, across 27 grants on its 2020 IRS Form 990-PF.
Where does Texas State Rifle Association Foundation give grants?
Texas State Rifle Association Foundation gives mostly in Texas: 79% of the grant dollars itemized on its 2020 IRS Form 990-PF went to recipients there. The next largest state was Missouri (21%). The most frequent recipient cities were Columbia, MO (4 grants), College Station, TX (3 grants), Fort Worth, TX (2 grants) and Galveston, TX (2 grants).
Does Texas State Rifle Association Foundation give general operating support?
Not in 2020: none of the 27 grants with a stated purpose on Texas State Rifle Association Foundation's 2020 IRS Form 990-PF were described as general or operating support. Recurring purposes include "Scholarship" (21 grants) and "Program Support" (4 grants).
Who are Texas State Rifle Association Foundation's largest grantees?
Texas State Rifle Association Foundation's largest 2020 grantees include San Antonion Livestock ($15,000), Midway USA Foundation ($11,700 across 4 grants) and CCMU Foundation ($11,472), according to its 2020 IRS Form 990-PF. It also paid 10 individual scholarships ($7,650), which are not listed by name. Together they received 70% of its itemized 2020 grant dollars.
How large is Texas State Rifle Association Foundation?
Texas State Rifle Association Foundation reported $560K in total assets on its 2020 IRS Form 990-PF. Its revenue that year was $388K.
What does Texas State Rifle Association Foundation fund?
The foundation’s stated mission is to raise contributions for firearm-related public-interest activities of the Texas State Rifle Association and other organizations that defend and foster Second Amendment rights. See mission & focus areas ↑
How do I apply for a grant from Texas State Rifle Association 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 ↑
How much is Texas State Rifle Association Foundation required to give away each year?
Private foundations must generally distribute about 5% of their assets annually. For 2020, Texas State Rifle Association Foundation reported a distributable amount of $24K on its IRS Form 990-PF — the minimum it must pay out in qualifying distributions.
What is Texas State Rifle Association Foundation's EIN?
Texas State Rifle Association Foundation's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 26-4037053. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2020.
Does Texas State Rifle Association 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 October 2026.
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