The Ellen and Edward Randall III
The Ellen and Edward Randall III is a private foundation based in Hondo, Texas. In 2024, it awarded 12 grants totaling $96,400, all to organizations in Texas.
The Ellen and Edward Randall III at a glance
In short: The Ellen and Edward Randall III gave $96K across 12 grants in 2024 (avg $8K), mostly in Texas. 17% of 2024 grantees were new. Source: 2024 IRS Form 990-PF.
- Annual giving (2024)
- $96,400
- -34.4% vs 2023
- Grants made (2024)
- 12
- -36.8% vs 2023
- Average grant
- $8,033
- +3.8% vs 2023
- Median grant
- $5,000
- Total assets
- $1,980,182
- -2.3% vs 2023
- New grantees (estimate)
- 17% first-time grantees (2 of 12, 2024; small sample)
- Primary geography
- Texas (100% 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 The Ellen and Edward Randall III
- Accepts unsolicited proposals
- No
- How to Apply
-
The foundation does not accept unsolicited requests for funds and states that it makes contributions only to preselected charitable organizations.
- Contact
Mailing address: PO Box 428, Hondo, TX 78861
Phone: (713) 409-1336
Application details from Grantable's research on the foundation's public materials; confirm on its website before applying.
Who The Ellen and Edward Randall III funds
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 10 recipients in 2024
The largest 2024 recipient was TX Am-Caesar Klegerg Wildlife Res I ($25K). Together the top 10 received $93K.
Grant Size Distribution
90 grants across all recorded years
The most common grant size was under $50K: 88 grants of 90 (98%).
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
All 2024 grant dollars went to recipients in Texas.
Grant Distribution by State
Share of 2024 grant dollars across all 12 itemized grants.
States
Cities
Is The Ellen and Edward Randall III open to new grantees?
17%
first-time grantees, 2024
In 2024, 2 of 12 grantees (17%) were first-time recipients. With only 12 grantees, that is a small sample: one grantee more or less moves the share by about 8 points. First grants averaged $6K; repeat grants $8K. How we count
Medians: $6K first-time, $5K repeat.
- 67% of 2024 grantees were also funded in 2023. Method
- Giving fell 23% from 2021 to 2024. Method
- In 2024 it paid out 69% of its IRS minimum distribution (the 5% rule). Foundations have until the end of the next year to meet it. 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 $96K (2024) to $152K (2020). In 2024 it made 12 grants totaling $96K.
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| TX Am-Caesar Klegerg Wildlife Res I College Station, TX | Provide Funds to Accomplish Charitable Purpose | $25,000 |
| Medina Healthcare Fund Hondo, TX | Provide Funds to Accomplish Charitable Purpose | $16,700 |
| The University of Texas System Austin, TX | Provide Funds to Accomplish Charitable Purpose | $10,000 |
| University of Texas Press Austin, TX | Provide Funds to Accomplish Charitable Purpose | $10,000 |
| St Stephen's Episcopal School Houston, TX | Provide Funds to Accomplish Charitable Purpose | $6,700 |
| The Alley Theatre Houston, TX | Provide Funds to Accomplish Charitable Purpose | $5,000 |
| Kinkaid Investments Foundation Houston, TX | Provide Funds to Accomplish Charitable Purpose | $5,000 |
| Rice University Houston, TX | Provide Funds to Accomplish Charitable Purpose | $5,000 |
| Texas Am University-Kingsville Fdn Kingsville, TX | Provide Funds to Accomplish Charitable Purpose | $5,000 |
| South Texas Charity Weekend Kingsville, TX | Provide Funds to Accomplish Charitable Purpose | $5,000 |
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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 | $1,980,182 | $58,742 | $125,577 | $96,400 | 12 | $104,501 | $28,436 | $151,779 |
| 2023 | $2,026,998 | $52,175 | $172,890 | $147,000 | 19 | $154,691 | $35,269 | $124,575 |
| 2022 | $2,147,713 | $41,695 | $168,614 | $139,900 | 18 | $148,115 | $23,715 | $134,717 |
| 2021 | $2,458,676 | $109,633 | $153,941 | $125,200 | 22 | $125,200 | $83,492 | $139,849 |
| 2020 | $2,613,124 | $-11,450 | $155,877 | $151,500 | 19 | — | $39,496 | $125,243 |
Under IRS private-foundation payout rules, The Ellen and Edward Randall III reported a distributable amount of $152K 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 mission statement for the foundation is provided. Its 2024 grants went to a range of organizations, including a wildlife research organization, healthcare and educational institutions, arts organizations, a fire department, and groups supporting charitable and outdoor activities.
Among its grantees, Medina Healthcare Fund says its mission is to raise funds to buy equipment for Medina Regional Hospital. St. Stephen’s Episcopal School says it nurtures each child’s academic, creative, and spiritual potential. South Texas Charity Weekend says it raises funds to support local state-funded educational institutions and other nonprofits with 501(c)(3) status. City Kids Adventures says it provides hunting, fishing, and camping trips to give city kids exposure to outdoor activities.
Grantmaking
In 2024, the foundation awarded 12 grants totaling $96,400. Grants ranged from $1,000 to $25,000, with a median grant of $5,000. Larger awards included $25,000 to TX AM-CAESAR KLEBERG WILDLIFE RES I, $16,700 to Medina Healthcare Fund, and $10,000 each to The University of Texas System and University of Texas Press. St. Stephen’s Episcopal School received $6,700. The Alley Theatre, Kinkaid Investments Foundation, Rice University, Texas A&M University–Kingsville Foundation, and South Texas Charity Weekend each received $5,000.
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
The 2024 filing lists Ellen B. Randall as Chairman, and Mollie A. Middleton and Helen W. Randall as Directors.
The Ellen and Edward Randall III is led by Ellen B. Randall, Chairman on every filing since 2020; none of the 3 officers listed in 2024 report compensation.
Officers on the 2024 filing
Ellen B. Randall
Chairman
On filings since 2020
No compensation reported
Helen W. Randall
Director
On filings since 2020
No compensation reported
Mollie A. Middleton
Director
On filings since 2020
No compensation reported
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 The Ellen and Edward Randall III
How much does The Ellen and Edward Randall III give each year?
The Ellen and Edward Randall III gave $96K across 12 grants in 2024, according to its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. In 2023 it gave $147K across 19 grants.
What is The Ellen and Edward Randall III's typical grant size?
The Ellen and Edward Randall III's median grant in 2024 was $5,000, and its average grant was $8,033, across 12 grants on its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. Organizations receiving their first grant from The Ellen and Edward Randall III that year got $6K on average.
Where does The Ellen and Edward Randall III give grants?
The Ellen and Edward Randall III gives mostly in Texas: 100% of the grant dollars itemized on its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF went to recipients there. The most frequent recipient cities were Houston, TX (4 grants), Austin, TX (2 grants) and Kingsville, TX (2 grants).
Who are The Ellen and Edward Randall III's largest grantees?
The Ellen and Edward Randall III's largest 2024 grantees include TX Am-Caesar Klegerg Wildlife Res I ($25,000), Medina Healthcare Fund ($16,700) and The University of Texas System ($10,000), according to its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. Together they received 54% of its itemized 2024 grant dollars.
How large is The Ellen and Edward Randall III?
The Ellen and Edward Randall III reported $2.0M in total assets on its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. It paid out $105K in qualifying distributions that year, against a required minimum of $152K (roughly 5% of its investment assets). Falling short in one year is not a violation: foundations have until the end of the next year to meet the minimum.
What does The Ellen and Edward Randall III fund?
No mission statement for the foundation is provided. Its 2024 grants went to a range of organizations, including a wildlife research organization, healthcare and educational institutions, arts organizations, a fire department, and groups supporting charitable and outdoor activities. See mission & focus areas ↑
How do I apply for a grant from The Ellen and Edward Randall III?
The foundation does not accept unsolicited requests for funds and states that it makes contributions only to preselected charitable organizations. Eligibility and process details are in the grantmaking section of this profile. See how to apply ↑
What is The Ellen and Edward Randall III's EIN?
The Ellen and Edward Randall III's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 20-5718234. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2020–2024.
Does The Ellen and Edward Randall III 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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