The John R Selman & Maggie B Selman
The John R Selman & Maggie B Selman is a private foundation based in Sealy, Texas. It provides funds for charitable, educational, and similar activities in and around the Sealy area through annual disbursements to qualified organizations.
The John R Selman & Maggie B Selman at a glance
In short: The John R Selman & Maggie B Selman gave $561K across 44 grants in 2025 (avg $13K), mostly in Texas. Source: 2025 IRS Form 990-PF.
- Annual giving (2025)
- $561,395
- +2.7% vs 2024
- Grants made (2025)
- 44
- +2.3% vs 2024
- Average grant
- $12,759
- +0.4% vs 2024
- Median grant
- $6,250
- Total assets
- $8,100,850
- -2.6% 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 October 2026.
How to apply to The John R Selman & Maggie B Selman
- Contact
Application contact: Ryan Svoboda
Mailing address: PO Box 511, Sealy, TX 77474
Phone: (713) 446-7522
Email: rsvoboda@csbsealy.com
Application details from Grantable's research on the foundation's public materials; confirm on its website before applying.
Who The John R Selman & Maggie B Selman funds
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 10 recipients in 2025
The largest 2025 recipient was Selman Elementary School Activity Fund - Donation (CK 1376) ($71K). Together the top 10 received $343K.
Organizations only. It also paid 1 grant to individuals ($1,500), which are not listed by name.
Grant Size Distribution
169 grants across all recorded years
The most common grant size was under $50K: 157 grants of 169 (93%).
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
The trust describes its charitable and educational activities as taking place in and around Sealy, Texas. All grant dollars reported for 2025 went to recipients in Texas.
Grant Distribution by State
Share of 2025 grant dollars across all 44 itemized grants.
States
Cities
How The John R Selman & Maggie B Selman gives
- 68% of 2025 grantees were also funded in 2024. Method
- Giving grew 36% from 2022 to 2025. Method
- In 2025 it paid out 98% 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 (2025). 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 2025, annual grant giving ranged from $412K (2020) to $561K (2025). In 2025 it made 44 grants totaling $561K.
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Selman Elementary School Activity Fund - Donation (CK 1376) Sealy, TX | Educational and Community Support | $71,000 |
| Sealy Eastside Foundation - Building Project Donation (CK 1378) Sealy, TX | Educational and Community Support | $50,000 |
| Gordon Memorial Library - Donation (CK 1379) Sealy, TX | Educational and Community Support | $37,000 |
| Sealy American Legion Post #442 - Donation (CK 1384) Sealy, TX | Educational and Community Support | $33,000 |
| Sealy Christian Food Pantry Donation (CK 1377) Sealy, TX | Educational and Community Support | $32,000 |
| Sealy Area Historical Society - Donation (CK 1386) Sealy, TX | Educational and Community Support | $27,000 |
| First United Methodist Church - Donation (CK 1382) Sealy, TX | Educational and Community Support | $25,000 |
| Prevent Unwanted Pets - Pups - Donation (CK 1383) Sealy, TX | Educational and Community Support | $25,000 |
| Bluebonnet Masters Gardeners Association - Donation (CK 1387) Sealy, TX | Educational and Community Support | $21,500 |
| Sealy Ministerial Alliance - Donation (CK 1380) Sealy, TX | Educational and Community Support | $21,000 |
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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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $8,100,850 | $475,034 | $695,397 | $561,395 | 44 | $561,395 | $341,032 | $571,567 |
| 2024 | $8,321,213 | $357,234 | $675,697 | $546,500 | 43 | $546,500 | $278,606 | $561,463 |
| 2023 | $8,639,676 | $440,782 | $602,651 | $475,243 | 40 | $475,243 | $325,690 | $546,640 |
| 2022 | $9,801,919 | $520,566 | $535,598 | $413,000 | 41 | $413,000 | $397,968 | $475,650 |
| 2021 | $8,525,812 | $344,505 | $508,339 | $415,300 | 1 | — | $262,227 | $416,984 |
| 2020 | $8,555,572 | $233,546 | $501,105 | $411,605 | 1 | — | $276,731 | $418,825 |
Under IRS private-foundation payout rules, The John R Selman & Maggie B Selman reported a distributable amount of $572K for 2025 — the minimum it must pay out in qualifying distributions.
Research compiled by Grantable AI from public sources. Last updated September 2026.
Mission & Focus Areas
The trust states that it was created to fund charitable activities, education activities, and similar activities in and around Sealy. Eligible organizations must qualify for charitable deductions under the Internal Revenue Code and be organized and operated for religious, charitable, scientific, literary, or educational purposes. Examples named in the trust’s purpose clause include public schools, parks, libraries, recreation facilities, fire departments, emergency medical services, social service organizations, animal rescue facilities, and educational facilities.
Grantmaking
In filing year 2025, the foundation reported 44 grants totaling $561,395. Grant amounts ranged from $125 to $71,000, with a median of $6,250.
Among the largest awards were $71,000 to Selman Elementary School Activity Fund, $50,000 to Sealy Eastside Foundation, $37,000 to Gordon Memorial Library, and $33,000 to Sealy American Legion Post #442. Each was listed as a donation for “educational and community support.”
The foundation states that it does not restrict giving to preselected organizations. Its filing says eligible applicants must be charitable organizations whose donations qualify for a deduction under the Internal Revenue Code. Grant proposals must specify the grant’s intended use; recipients must report on how funds were used and provide supporting books or records. The trust states that it may withhold or recover funds if misuse appears likely or has occurred, and that it conducts follow-ups to ensure funds are used as intended.
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
The 2025 filing lists Gary Pless, Leroy Zapalac, and Ryan Svoboda as co-trustees.
The John R Selman & Maggie B Selman's 2025 filing lists 3 officers; all 3 officers listed in 2025 are compensated.
Officers on the 2025 filing
Leroy Zapalac
Co-Trustee
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
$26K (2020) → $34K (2025)
Ryan Svoboda
Co-Trustee
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
$26K (2020) → $34K (2025)
Gary Pless
Co-Trustee
On filings since 2022
1 hr/week
$26K (2022) → $34K (2025)
Former officers (1)
- Former: Melvyn Levine (2020–2022) — Co-Trustee
Data from IRS Form 990 filings, 2020–2025. "On filings since" is the earliest filing we hold that lists the person; hours are average hours per week as reported.
Compensation Overview
From 2025 IRS filing
The highest reported compensation on the 2025 filing was $34K, to Ryan Svoboda (Co-Trustee). 3 officers or directors reported compensation on that filing.
Frequently asked questions about The John R Selman & Maggie B Selman
How much does The John R Selman & Maggie B Selman give each year?
The John R Selman & Maggie B Selman gave $561K across 44 grants in 2025, according to its 2025 IRS Form 990-PF. In 2024 it gave $547K across 43 grants.
What is The John R Selman & Maggie B Selman's typical grant size?
The John R Selman & Maggie B Selman's median grant in 2025 was $6,250, and its average grant was $12,759, across 44 grants on its 2025 IRS Form 990-PF.
Where does The John R Selman & Maggie B Selman give grants?
The John R Selman & Maggie B Selman gives mostly in Texas: 100% of the grant dollars itemized on its 2025 IRS Form 990-PF went to recipients there. The most frequent recipient cities were Sealy, TX (43 grants).
Does The John R Selman & Maggie B Selman give general operating support?
Not in 2025: none of the 44 grants with a stated purpose on The John R Selman & Maggie B Selman's 2025 IRS Form 990-PF were described as general or operating support. Recurring purposes include "Educational and Community Support" (44 grants).
Who are The John R Selman & Maggie B Selman's largest grantees?
The John R Selman & Maggie B Selman's largest 2025 grantees include Selman Elementary School Activity Fund - Donation (CK 1376) ($71,000), Sealy Eastside Foundation - Building Project Donation (CK 1378) ($50,000) and Gordon Memorial Library - Donation (CK 1379) ($37,000), according to its 2025 IRS Form 990-PF. It also paid 1 grant to individuals ($1,500), which are not listed by name. Together they received 28% of its itemized 2025 grant dollars.
How large is The John R Selman & Maggie B Selman?
The John R Selman & Maggie B Selman reported $8.1M in total assets on its 2025 IRS Form 990-PF. It paid out $561K in qualifying distributions that year, against a required minimum of $572K (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 John R Selman & Maggie B Selman fund?
The trust states that it was created to fund charitable activities, education activities, and similar activities in and around Sealy. See mission & focus areas ↑
How do I apply for a grant from The John R Selman & Maggie B Selman?
The John R Selman & Maggie B Selman has no public application process in the sources Grantable reviewed. Contact the foundation directly before submitting a request.
What is The John R Selman & Maggie B Selman's EIN?
The John R Selman & Maggie B Selman's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 47-6448155. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2020–2025.
Data last updated October 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990-PF filings. Research dossier generated September 2026.
Data update history
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When this profile's IRS filing data changed on Grantable
- IRS filings on file for fiscal years 2020–2025
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