Mcneill Charitable Foundation Incorporated
The McNeill Charitable Foundation is a private foundation dedicated to supporting a variety of charitable causes. Its mission focuses on providing general operating support to organizations in sectors such as education, food security, cancer support, and mental health. The foundation actively funds initiatives that serve diverse communities, including educational institutions, food banks, and health organizations. While it primarily operates in Texas, its funding extends to various states across the U.S., reflecting a commitment to both local and broader community needs.
Source: Zeffy Agent · Mar 2026
Ideal Applicant
A small-to-midsize 501(c)(3) seeking general operating support or modest program funding, especially organizations with a record of stable operations and a connection to Texas or other states the foundation has funded.
Good Fit
- • Requesting general operating or unrestricted support at modest grant sizes (typical awards in the low single-digit thousands).
- • Located in Texas or serving communities in states the foundation has funded.
- • Clear nonprofit track record and basic organizational documentation.
- • Ability to submit a concise written request by mail and to provide straightforward financials.
Geography
Observed grants went to roughly two dozen states; the foundation is nationally distributed though about 40% of dollars are directed to Texas.
Recipient Variety
In the latest year the foundation issued about 117 grants to 117 distinct recipients across many sectors, and the top five recipients together took only about a quarter of dollars, indicating a broad recipient set.
New Applicants
Direct application instructions are provided (written mail, rolling deadline) and the portfolio shows new recipients in recent years (12 new in 2024 and 48 new in 2023), so unfamiliar organizations appear plausibly able to enter the portfolio.
Source: Zeffy Agent · Mar 2026
