Walter Connally Powell Jr Foundation
The Walter Connally Powell Jr Foundation is a private foundation based in Dallas, Texas. Its 2024 filing reports grants to 20 501(c)(3) organizations totaling $205,312, as well as scholarships for four individuals pursuing beer brewing and malting education.
Walter Connally Powell Jr Foundation at a glance
In short: Walter Connally Powell Jr Foundation gave $205K across 20 grants in 2024 (avg $10K), top state North Carolina. 0% of 2024 grantees were new. Source: 2024 IRS Form 990-PF.
- Annual giving (2024)
- $205,312
- +5.1% vs 2023
- Grants made (2024)
- 20
- -4.8% vs 2023
- Average grant
- $10,266
- +10.3% vs 2023
- Median grant
- $8,500
- Total assets
- $1,930,819
- +3.8% vs 2023
- New grantees (estimate)
- 0% first-time grantees (0 of 19, 2024; small sample)
- Primary geography
- North Carolina (29% 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 Walter Connally Powell Jr Foundation
- Accepts unsolicited proposals
- No
- How to Apply
-
The foundation does not accept unsolicited requests for funds and says it contributes only to preselected charitable organizations. The filing refers applicants to an attached application. The Walt Powell Memorial Scholarship is limited to students seeking to attend the beer brewing and malting science course offered by the Master Brewers Association of the Americas, or a similar course endorsed or offered by a qualified brewing industry. Applicants must have experience or a connection with the beer brewing and malting industry.
- Review Cycle
- The filing lists April 15. That date has passed for 2026; the filing does not specify a current application cycle.
- Deadline
- The filing lists April 15.
- Contact
Application contact: Walter Connally Powell
Mailing address: PO Box 670812, Dallas, TX 75367-0812
Phone: (214) 750-0937
Application details from Grantable's research on the foundation's public materials; confirm on its website before applying.
Who Walter Connally Powell Jr Foundation funds
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 10 recipients in 2024
The largest 2024 recipient was Samaritan's Purse ($25K). Together the top 10 received $150K.
Organizations only. It also paid 1 individual scholarship ($17,312), which are not listed by name.
Grant Size Distribution
105 grants across all recorded years
The most common grant size was under $50K: 105 grants of 105 (100%).
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
The foundation’s 2024 grant dollars were distributed among recipients in multiple states. The largest listed state shares were North Carolina (29%), Virginia (19%), Texas (11%), Alabama (10%), and Minnesota (8%).
Grant Distribution by State
Share of 2024 grant dollars across all 20 itemized grants.
States
Cities
Is Walter Connally Powell Jr Foundation open to new grantees?
0%
first-time grantees, 2024
In 2024, 0 of 19 grantees (0%) were first-time recipients. With only 19 grantees, that is a small sample: one grantee more or less moves the share by about 5 points. How we count
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 $137K (2020) to $205K (2024). In 2024 it made 20 grants totaling $205K.
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Samaritan's Purse Boone, NC | Charitable Contribution | $25,000 |
| US Space Rocket Center Huntsville, AL | Charitable Contribution | $20,000 |
| Billy Graham Evangelistic Associati Charlotte, NC | Charitable Contribution | $19,000 |
| 1 individual scholarship Recipients not named | — | $17,312 |
| The Independence Fund Charlotte, NC | Charitable Contribution | $16,000 |
| Young America Foundation Reston, VA | Charitable Contribution | $15,000 |
| Leadership Institute Arlington, VA | Charitable Contribution | $15,000 |
| Responsible Pet Owners San Antonio, TX | Charitable Contribution | $13,000 |
| St Jude's Childrens Memphis, TN | Charitable Contribution | $10,000 |
| The NRA Foundation Fairfax, VA | Charitable Contribution | $10,000 |
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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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $1,930,819 | $294,778 | $216,829 | $205,312 | 20 | $205,312 | $93,591 |
| 2023 | $1,859,781 | $295,938 | $207,859 | $195,406 | 21 | $195,406 | $72,641 |
| 2022 | $1,769,869 | $366,833 | $205,325 | $187,830 | 21 | $187,830 | $33,754 |
| 2021 | $1,605,944 | $245,820 | $173,141 | $161,098 | 22 | $161,098 | $75,393 |
| 2020 | $1,535,151 | $299,561 | $157,021 | $137,276 | 21 | — | $133,606 |
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 organizations whose stated missions cover a range of activities. For example, Samaritan’s Purse describes its work as providing spiritual and physical aid to people affected by war, poverty, disasters, disease, and famine. The U.S. Space & Rocket Center Education Foundation says it supports educational programs and projects, including Space Camp. The Independence Fund describes its work as serving the Warfighter community through programs for service members, veterans, caregivers, families, and allies.
Other 2024 recipients describe missions involving education and participation in government, politics, and media (Leadership Institute); children’s health care (Shriners Children’s); government accountability and the rule of law (Judicial Watch); accuracy and balance in news reporting (Accuracy in Media); and public education about the American Revolution and patriotism (The SAR Foundation).
Grantmaking
In 2024, the foundation reported $205,312 in grants to 20 organizations. Itemized grants ranged from $2,000 to $25,000, with a median of $8,500. Separately, the filing says the foundation awarded scholarships to four individuals for beer brewing and malting educational courses.
Among the largest 2024 grants were $25,000 to Samaritan’s Purse, $20,000 to the U.S. Space & Rocket Center, $19,000 to the Billy Graham Evangelistic Association, $17,312 to the Master Brewers Association of America for a scholarship, and $16,000 to The Independence Fund. The filing also lists $15,000 each for Young America Foundation and Leadership Institute.
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
The foundation’s 2024 filing lists Walter Connally Powell as president, Edward D Biggers as secretary, and Frederick E Clarke IV as treasurer.
Walter Connally Powell Jr Foundation is led by Walter Connally Powell, President on every filing since 2020; none of the 3 officers listed in 2024 report compensation.
Officers on the 2024 filing
Walter Connally Powell
President
On filings since 2020
3.8 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Edward D Biggers
Secretary
On filings since 2020
0.5 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Frederick E Clarke IV
Treasurer
On filings since 2020
0.5 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Former officers (1)
- Former: Bolivia C Powell (2020–2023) — Vice President
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 Walter Connally Powell Jr Foundation
How much does Walter Connally Powell Jr Foundation give each year?
Walter Connally Powell Jr Foundation gave $205K across 20 grants in 2024, according to its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. In 2023 it gave $195K across 21 grants.
What is Walter Connally Powell Jr Foundation's typical grant size?
Walter Connally Powell Jr Foundation's median grant in 2024 was $8,500, and its average grant was $10,266, across 20 grants on its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF.
Where does Walter Connally Powell Jr Foundation give grants?
Walter Connally Powell Jr Foundation's top state is North Carolina, with 29% of the grant dollars itemized on its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. The next largest states were Virginia (19%) and Texas (11%). The most frequent recipient cities were Washington, DC (3 grants) and Charlotte, NC (2 grants).
Who are Walter Connally Powell Jr Foundation's largest grantees?
Walter Connally Powell Jr Foundation's largest 2024 grantees include Samaritan's Purse ($25,000), US Space Rocket Center ($20,000) and Billy Graham Evangelistic Associati ($19,000), according to its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. It also paid 1 individual scholarship ($17,312), which are not listed by name. Together they received 31% of its itemized 2024 grant dollars.
How large is Walter Connally Powell Jr Foundation?
Walter Connally Powell Jr Foundation reported $1.9M in total assets on its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. Its revenue that year was $295K.
What does Walter Connally Powell Jr Foundation fund?
No mission statement for the foundation is provided. Its 2024 grants went to organizations whose stated missions cover a range of activities. For example, Samaritan’s Purse describes its work as providing spiritual and physical aid to people affected by war, poverty, disasters, disease, and famine. See mission & focus areas ↑
How do I apply for a grant from Walter Connally Powell Jr Foundation?
The foundation does not accept unsolicited requests for funds and says it contributes only to preselected charitable organizations. Eligibility and process details are in the grantmaking section of this profile. See how to apply ↑
What is Walter Connally Powell Jr Foundation's EIN?
Walter Connally Powell Jr Foundation's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 47-2091696. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2020–2024.
Does Walter Connally Powell Jr 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 September 2026.
Data update history
(6)
When this profile's IRS filing data changed on Grantable
- Updated Form 990-PF for fiscal year 2020 (received by the IRS November 8, 2021)
- Updated Form 990-PF for fiscal year 2021 (received by the IRS November 2, 2022)
- Updated Form 990-PF for fiscal year 2022 (received by the IRS October 9, 2023)
- Updated Form 990-PF for fiscal year 2023 (received by the IRS November 8, 2024)
- Updated Form 990-PF for fiscal year 2024 (received by the IRS November 7, 2025)
- IRS filings on file for fiscal years 2020–2024
Live grants for the work Walter Connally Powell Jr Foundation funds
Education Open opportunities, soonest deadline first.
- Creative Impact Grants $500 - $2,500 · Due October 19, 2026
- Community and School Grants $28,000 total pool; 10-15 grants expected · Due October 19, 2026
- Mary Pinola/Crescenta Valley Chamber Education Fund $500 - $5,000 for ongoing programs; up to $15,000 for Strategic Initiative Grants · Due October 19, 2026
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