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The MAYS FOUNDATION is a 501(c)3 grantmaking organization that has distributed a total of $299.5K across 93 grantees in 2025, with significant funding directed to Texas, Oklahoma, and Arkansas. The foundation is currently open for unsolicited proposals, inviting prospective applicants to review the 'How to Apply' section of the current profile page to assess their fit for funding opportunities.
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Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share
BAYLOR UNIVERSITY
$1.5M
39%
FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH
$359.4K
9%
BAYLOR LINE FOUNDATION
$185K
5%
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Total No. of Grants
51
Median 1st year grant
$2K
Median 2nd year grant
$1.6K
Top 3 Grants
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Frequently Asked Questions
Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to MAYS FOUNDATION?
Yes. MAYS FOUNDATION accepts unsolicited proposals for funding. You can find details in the How to Apply section on this profile.
Where does MAYS FOUNDATION give?
MAYS FOUNDATION primarily gives to organizations located in Texas, Oklahoma, and Arkansas. These states represent the largest share of the foundation’s grantmaking by dollars awarded. Additional geographic details are available to registered users.
What size are MAYS FOUNDATION’s grants?
The largest share of grants from MAYS FOUNDATION fall in the below $5,000 range. The median first-year grant is about $2,000. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does MAYS FOUNDATION make each year?
In 2025, MAYS FOUNDATION awarded about 50 grants, totaling nearly $300 thousand. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did MAYS FOUNDATION fund recently?
In 2025, MAYS FOUNDATION awarded grants to about 90 grantees. Recent grantees include BAYLOR UNIVERSITY, FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH, and BAYLOR LINE FOUNDATION. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to MAYS FOUNDATION?
You can find details on how to apply in the How to Apply section on this profile.