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John R Eckel Jr Foundation

Houston, Texas  ·  EIN 272818091  ·  Private foundation

John R Eckel Jr Foundation is a Texas-based grantmaker. Its indexed 990-PF summary (FY2020) reports $1.8M in annual giving against $34.5M in assets. Bespoke Grants has indexed 121 grants for John R Eckel Jr Foundation. This public overview includes selected examples, focus areas, and application guidance.

$1.8M
Indexed giving (FY2020)
$34.5M
Assets (FY2020)
121
Grants tracked
2024
Latest grant in this overview

What John R Eckel Jr Foundation funds

John R Eckel Jr Foundation's giving carries a documented focus on arts & culture, education, libraries & literacy.

Arts & CultureEducationLibraries & Literacy

Selected grant examples

Up to three historical grant examples from public IRS filings are shown below, ordered by amount. This sample is not a complete funding history.

RecipientLocationGrantYear
The Museum of Fine Arts Houston
Underwriting for 2017 dinner, capital campaign, and acquisition of art
Houston, TX$1.2M2017
Menil Foundation Inc
Menil Collection's acquisition of artwork (Ellsworth Kelly, Menil Curve 2015,30th Anniversary Ball, and general support
Houston, TX$750K2017
Menil Foundation Inc
Capital and Endowment Campaign / Operating support
Houston, TX$700K2020

How to apply for funding from John R Eckel Jr Foundation

John R Eckel Jr Foundation's public IRS filing does not spell out a formal application process. That does not establish that applications are open. Check the foundation's official website or contact it directly for current guidelines before preparing or sending a request.

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Frequently asked questions about John R Eckel Jr Foundation

Does John R Eckel Jr Foundation accept grant applications?
John R Eckel Jr Foundation's public filing does not specify an application process. A filing alone cannot confirm whether applications are currently open. Check the foundation's official website or contact it for current guidelines.
What does John R Eckel Jr Foundation fund?
John R Eckel Jr Foundation's grants focus on arts & culture. Example recipients include The Museum of Fine Arts Houston, Menil Foundation Inc. Up to three historical grant examples appear above. Full indexed grant histories require All access at $19/month.
How much does John R Eckel Jr Foundation give in grants?
John R Eckel Jr Foundation reported $1.8M in grants in an indexed IRS filing (FY2020). Across all years in our data it has awarded $10.8M over 121 grants.
Where is John R Eckel Jr Foundation located?
John R Eckel Jr Foundation is based in Houston, Texas. Its IRS employer identification number (EIN) is 272818091.
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About this profile. This page is built from John R Eckel Jr Foundation's public IRS Form 990-PF and 990 filings, indexed by Bespoke Grants. Grant figures reflect filings available to date; Filings describe past activity and arrive with a lag. Financial summaries and grant records can cover different years. Bespoke Grants is not affiliated with John R Eckel Jr Foundation. Always confirm current giving priorities and application procedures with the foundation directly before applying.