Ed Rachal Foundation
The Ed Rachal Foundation (established by Ed Rachal's will in 1965) supports charitable, scientific, literary, and educational purposes within the State of Texas. The official site provides grant guidelines, a downloadable application form, a Corpus Christi office address and contact email ([email protected]).
Source: Website · Mar 2026
Ideal Applicant
A Texas-based nonprofit, government entity, or educational institution seeking program support, general operating funds, capital/asset purchase funding, or scholarships that aligns with the foundation’s stated charitable and educational priorities.
Good Fit
- • Based and operating in Texas or serving Texas communities.
- • Requests for program support, general operations, capital projects, or asset purchases.
- • Capacity to accept single large grants or mid-size recurring grants.
- • Clear alignment with education, community service, health, youth development, or local cultural preservation.
Geography
Observed giving is effectively restricted to Texas: the in‑state share of dollars is 100% and the foundation lists a Texas office and statewide restriction, even though a couple of out‑of‑state entries appear in records.
Recipient Variety
In the latest year the foundation made 344 grants to 314 distinct recipients, showing a broad and diverse recipient set rather than a tiny, closed circle.
New Applicants
Direct application instructions exist on the website and by email, and the latest year shows substantial turnover with about 167 new recipients (roughly 53%), indicating unfamiliar applicants have a realistic path into the portfolio.
Source: Zeffy Agent · Mar 2026
