Robert E & Evelyn McKee Foundation
https://www.mckeefoundation.orgTotal Given 2016–2024
$3.9M
458 grants · $437K avg/year
based on 9 yrs of IRS 990-PF records on file
$100K+/yr
local funder
capacity
$6K
typical small grants · $5K–$10K
grant size
64%
deep partner · 107/168 multi-year
repeat
$11.1M
Assets · 2021
168
Distinct recipients
Focus Areas
Application Information
Accepts Unsolicited Proposals
Unknown
Contact Person
Helen Lund Yancey President
Phone
9155814025
Deadlines
Requests must be submitted prior to December 1.
How to Apply
Proposals or requests must be made in writing with the following information included: a copy of the IRS letter of determination qualifying the organization as a tax exempt charitable organization. A description of the proposed project and justification of need thereof. A detailed explanation of the use of the funds requested. List of the names of the governing board and the name of the chief administrator of the organization. Current financial statement including the sources of funding, income and expenses. All requests received shall be acknowledged in writing by the chief administrator and all checks shall bear a proper and legal endorsement.
Restrictions
The foundation awards contributions, gifts and grants in the following categories: civic, cultural and religion; education, literature and science; hospitals; medical, medical research and mental health; rehabilitation and welfare; youth activities; community funds.
Financial Trends
Giving Over Time
Total Assets Over Time
View financial data as table
| Year | Total Giving | Total Assets | Revenue | Grants |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2016 | $400K | $8.9M | $488K | 63 |
| 2017 | $396K | $9.0M | $438K | 64 |
| 2018 | $506K | $8.1M | $506K | 62 |
| 2019 | $491K | $9.5M | $669K | 63 |
| 2020 | $331K | $8.6M | $412K | 39 |
| 2021 | $296K | $11.1M | $1.2M | 37 |
| 2022 | $505K | $5.1M | $2.3M | 45 |
| 2023 | $543K | $12.3M | $717K | 44 |
| 2024 | $467K | $13.4M | $1.2M | 41 |
Grant Size Distribution
Based on 458 grants on record
Minimum
$1K
25th Pctl
$5K
Median
$6K
Average
$9K
75th Pctl
$10K
Maximum
$106K
Geographic Distribution
Key Personnel
| Name | Title | Compensation |
|---|---|---|
| Louis B McKee | Pres./Treas. | $50K |
| Sharon Hays Herrera | VP/TRUSTEE | — |
| Susan J McKee | VP/Trustee | — |
| Katherine McKee Mote | Trustee | — |
| R Brian Mckee DVM | Trustee | — |
| Garrett Yancey | Trustee | — |
| Paul Alan Woods | Trustee | — |
| HA Al Woods | Trustee | — |
| Karen L McKee | Trustee | — |
| Linda Hays Gunter | Trustee | — |
| Jackie Tatum Lamberti | Trustee | — |
| C Steven McKee | Trustee | — |
| Robert E McKee IV | VP/TRUSTEE | — |
| Catherine Cohen Payne | VP/Secretary | — |
| Helen Lund Yancey | President-Treas | — |
| Philip Russell McKee | VP/Trustee | — |
| Bruce E McKee | Trustee | — |
| Debrah McKee | Trustee | — |
| F James McKee | VP/Trustee | — |
| JAMES T MCKEE | VP/TRUSTEE | — |
Grants Awarded (458 total)
| Purpose | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ANIMAL RESCUE LEAGUE OF EL PASO | Canutillo, TX | $106,000 | to construct a new building for the rescue cats and funds for the dog shelter as needed | 2022 |
| TEXAS SCOTTISH RITE HOSP FOR CHILDR | DALLAS, TX | $70,125 | for Stryker Drill, Expansion of STEM Rite Outreach program and Teen Room Relocation and Renovation. | 2023 |
| LAW N' PAWS ANIMAL RESCUE | EL PASO, TX | $44,800 | To address the increased intake of abused and abandoned dogs:Heartworm disease prevention Rent for... | 2024 |
| THE CHURCH OF ST CLEMENT | EL PASO, TX | $40,000 | MCKEE CHAPEL MAINTENANCE AND REPLACE 15 YEAR OLD HVAC SYSTEM | 2023 |
| DOWN SYNDROME COALITION FOR EL PASO | EL PASO, TX | $37,840 | CLASSROOM FOR DOWN SYNDROME CHILDREN | 2016 |
| DOWN SYNDROM COALITION FOR EL PASO | EL PASO, TX | $35,000 | FURNISHINGS FOR EXPANSION OF EVERY LITTLE BLESSING PRESCHOOL | 2018 |
| CHURCH OF ST CLEMENT | EL PASO, TX | $31,000 | $26,000 to refinish pews and new flooring in the McKee Chapel and $5,000 for McKee Chapel maintenance | 2021 |
| THE CHURCH OF ST CLEMENT | EL PASO, TX | $30,400 | MCKEE CHAPEL MAINTENANCE AND REPLACE PROTECTVIVE COVERINGS OVER WINDOWS | 2024 |
| DOWN SYNDROME COALITION FOR EL PASO | EL PASO, TX | $30,200 | MUSIC PROGRAM SCHOLARSHIPS AND INSTRUMENT PURCHASES. | 2020 |
| HABITAT FOR HUMANITY EL PASO | EL PASO, TX | $30,000 | to fund the repair of houses for low-income elderly or disabled El Pasoans that live in hazardous conditions | 2023 |
| FRIENDS OF THE TX HISTORICAL COMMIS | AUSTIN, TX | $30,000 | Capital improvements at the Eisenhower Birthplace State Historic Site. Construction of a new entrance | 2023 |
| TEXAS SCOTTISH RITE HOSP FOR CHILDR | DALLAS, TX | $30,000 | FOR SUPPORT OF EQUIPMENT AND SUPPLIES FOR THE NUTRITION FOR ALL PROGRAM,FORCE PLATES FOR THE FRISCO MOVEMENT SCIENCE... | 2024 |
| LA NUBE | EL PASO, TX | $30,000 | TO SUPPORT THE SENSORY FRIENDLY INCLUSION INTIATIVE. | 2024 |
| COMPADRES THERAPY INC | EL PASO, TX | $26,000 | for the annual sponsorship of 4 therapeutic horses to include their care and maintenance | 2024 |
| TEXAS SCOTTISH RITE HOSP FOR CHILDR | DALLAS, TX | $25,500 | for I-Button sensors for Scoliosis patient care | 2022 |
| PAGE ROBBINS ADULT DAY CARE | COLLIERVILLE, TN | $25,000 | To remove and replace our existing, 20-year-old wood fence with a 6-foot precast concrete wall system. | 2024 |
| PAGE ROBBINS ADULT DAY CARE | COLLIERVILLE, TN | $25,000 | For the purchase of 75 new activity and dining chairs to replace 16 yr. old chairs. | 2020 |
| ST FRANCIS ON THE HILL EPISCOPAL CH | El Paso, TX | $25,000 | to match parishioner donation to replace HVAC system | 2022 |
| THE CHURCH OF ST CLEMENT | EL PASO, TX | $25,000 | MCKEE CHAPEL MAINTENANCE | 2019 |
| UTEP DEPARTMENT OF ENGINEERING | EL PASO, TX | $25,000 | INCREASE RECRUITMENT OF EL PASO REGION HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS FOR STEM UNDERGRADUATE PROGRAMS, SPECIFICALLY THOSE IN PHYSICS. | 2023 |
| ANIMAL RESCUE LEAGUE OF EL PASO | Canutillo, TX | $23,500 | to construct a new building for the rescue cats and funds for the dog shelter as needed | 2023 |
| TEXAS SCOTTISH RITE HOSP FOR CHILDR | DALLAS, TX | $21,200 | SCANNER FOR PEDIATRIC DEVELOPMENTAL DISABILITIES DEPT AND BLANKET WARMER FOR PEDIATRIC RHEUMATOLOGY | 2018 |
| I'M ALMOST HOME RESCUE | El Paso, TX | $20,602 | purchase of a van for the safe transport of rescues. | 2022 |
| COMPADRES THERAPY INC | EL PASO, TX | $20,000 | for the annual sponsorship of 4 therapeutic horses to include their care and maintenance | 2023 |
| DOWN SYNDROM COALITION FOR EL PASO | EL PASO, TX | $20,000 | FURNISHINGS FOR EXPANSION OF EVERY LITTLE BLESSING PRESCHOOL | 2019 |