Chance Comes Once Foundation | Foundation Profile
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EIN: 83-1714072
Foundation Overview
Based in Austin, TX, Chance Comes Once Foundation has awarded 154 grants totaling $193,960 to organizations in Colorado, Oregon and 6 other states across the US. Individual grants range from $500 to $12,800, with a median award of $512.
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New Applicant Friendliness
8 of 34 recipients (24%) were new grantees. Foundation strongly favors organizations with proven track records. New partnerships develop slowly over time.
Geographic Focus
69% of grants are awarded in Texas, with additional funding distributed across 7 other locations. The foundation balances regional focus with broader geographic diversity. Within Texas, funding concentrates in Austin (97%), Dripping Springs (2%), San Antonio (1%).
Funding Trajectory
Strong 51% growth in annual giving over 4 years indicates expanding philanthropic capacity and increasing opportunities for grant seekers. This upward trajectory suggests growing foundation resources and commitment.
Program Areas
Highly focused on general purposes with 100% of funding dedicated to this sector. This specialization indicates deep expertise and committed investment in the field.
Where is The Money Going?
Grants & Funding
Analyzing past grantees provides valuable insights into Chance Comes Once Foundation's funding preferences, organizational priorities, and grant making patterns. This historical data helps potential applicants understand the foundation's strategic focus and identify successful funding approaches.
| Name | Amount | Location | Purpose | Year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Africa New Life Ministries | $8,800 | Portland, OR, US | To Fund Organization's Exempt Purpose | 2024 |
| Austin Parks Foundation | $1,000 | Austin, TX, US | To Fund Organization's Exempt Purpose | 2024 |
| Austin Pets Alive | $525 | Austin, TX, US | To Fund Organization's Exempt Purpose | 2024 |
| Austin Zoo | $511 | Austin, TX, US | To Fund Organization's Exempt Purpose | 2024 |
| Caritas Of Austin | $518 | Austin, TX, US | To Fund Organization's Exempt Purpose | 2024 |
| Casa Marianella | $500 | Austin, TX, US | To Fund Organization's Exempt Purpose | 2024 |
| Explore Austin | $526 | Austin, TX, US | To Fund Organization's Exempt Purpose | 2024 |
| Foster Angels Of Central Texas | $513 | Austin, TX, US | To Fund Organization's Exempt Purpose | 2024 |
| Free Wheelchair Mission | $516 | Irvine, CA, US | To Fund Organization's Exempt Purpose | 2024 |
| Mission Possible Of Austin | $536 | Austin, TX, US | To Fund Organization's Exempt Purpose | 2024 |
| Peloton U | $521 | Austin, TX, US | To Fund Organization's Exempt Purpose | 2024 |
| The Refuge For Dmst | $3,125 | Austin, TX, US | To Fund Organization's Exempt Purpose | 2024 |
| The Women's Bakery | $512 | Denver, CO, US | To Fund Organization's Exempt Purpose | 2024 |
| Foster Village | $2,058 | Dripping Springs, TX, US | To Fund Organization's Exempt Purpose | 2024 |
| Allies Against Slavery | $1,020 | Austin, TX, US | To Fund Organization's Exempt Purpose | 2024 |
| Aidnet | $1,090 | Greenville, TN, US | To Fund Organization's Exempt Purpose | 2024 |
| Community First | $500 | Austin, TX, US | To Fund Organization's Exempt Purpose | 2024 |
| Africa New Life Ministries | $8,800 | Portland, OR, US | To Fund Organization's Exempt Purpose | 2024 |
| Austin Parks Foundation | $1,000 | Austin, TX, US | To Fund Organization's Exempt Purpose | 2024 |
| Austin Pets Alive | $525 | Austin, TX, US | To Fund Organization's Exempt Purpose | 2024 |
| Austin Zoo | $511 | Austin, TX, US | To Fund Organization's Exempt Purpose | 2024 |
| Caritas Of Austin | $518 | Austin, TX, US | To Fund Organization's Exempt Purpose | 2024 |
| Casa Marianella | $500 | Austin, TX, US | To Fund Organization's Exempt Purpose | 2024 |
| Explore Austin | $526 | Austin, TX, US | To Fund Organization's Exempt Purpose | 2024 |
| Foster Angels Of Central Texas | $513 | Austin, TX, US | To Fund Organization's Exempt Purpose | 2024 |
| Free Wheelchair Mission | $516 | Irvine, CA, US | To Fund Organization's Exempt Purpose | 2024 |
| Mission Possible Of Austin | $536 | Austin, TX, US | To Fund Organization's Exempt Purpose | 2024 |
| Peloton U | $521 | Austin, TX, US | To Fund Organization's Exempt Purpose | 2024 |
| The Refuge For Dmst | $3,125 | Austin, TX, US | To Fund Organization's Exempt Purpose | 2024 |
| The Women's Bakery | $512 | Denver, CO, US | To Fund Organization's Exempt Purpose | 2024 |
| Foster Village | $2,058 | Dripping Springs, TX, US | To Fund Organization's Exempt Purpose | 2024 |
| Allies Against Slavery | $1,020 | Austin, TX, US | To Fund Organization's Exempt Purpose | 2024 |
| Aidnet | $1,090 | Greenville, TN, US | To Fund Organization's Exempt Purpose | 2024 |
| Community First | $500 | Austin, TX, US | To Fund Organization's Exempt Purpose | 2024 |
| Access Fund | $856 | Boulder, CO, US | To Fund Organization's Exempt Purpose | 2023 |
| Africa New Life Ministries | $10,800 | Portland, OR, US | To Fund Organization's Exempt Purpose | 2023 |
| Austin Parks Foundation | $500 | Austin, TX, US | To Fund Organization's Exempt Purpose | 2023 |
| Austin Pets Alive | $525 | Austin, TX, US | To Fund Organization's Exempt Purpose | 2023 |
| Austin Zoo | $500 | Austin, TX, US | To Fund Organization's Exempt Purpose | 2023 |
| Back On My Feet | $515 | Philadelphia, PA, US | To Fund Organization's Exempt Purpose | 2023 |
| Creative Action | $510 | Austin, TX, US | To Fund Organization's Exempt Purpose | 2023 |
| Explore Austin | $526 | Austin, TX, US | To Fund Organization's Exempt Purpose | 2023 |
| Foster Angels Of Central Texas | $513 | Austin, TX, US | To Fund Organization's Exempt Purpose | 2023 |
| Free Wheelchair Mission | $516 | Irvine, CA, US | To Fund Organization's Exempt Purpose | 2023 |
| Mobile Loaves And Fishes | $516 | Austin, TX, US | To Fund Organization's Exempt Purpose | 2023 |
| Peloton U | $520 | Austin, TX, US | To Fund Organization's Exempt Purpose | 2023 |
| Shoal Creek Conservancy | $500 | Austin, TX, US | To Fund Organization's Exempt Purpose | 2023 |
| The Trail Foundation | $515 | Austin, TX, US | To Fund Organization's Exempt Purpose | 2023 |
| The Women's Bakery | $512 | Denver, CO, US | To Fund Organization's Exempt Purpose | 2023 |
| Caritas Of Austin | $514 | Austin, TX, US | To Fund Organization's Exempt Purpose | 2023 |
| Ajilla Foundation | $500 | Aurora, IL, US | To Fund Organization's Exempt Purpose | 2023 |
| National Independent Venue Foundation | $521 | New York, NY, US | To Fund Organization's Exempt Purpose | 2023 |
| Casa Marianella | $500 | Austin, TX, US | To Fund Organization's Exempt Purpose | 2023 |
| Thorn | $537 | Manhattan Beach, CA, US | To Fund Organization's Exempt Purpose | 2023 |
| Access Fund | $856 | Boulder, CO, US | To Fund Organization's Exempt Purpose | 2023 |
| Africa New Life Ministries | $10,800 | Portland, OR, US | To Fund Organization's Exempt Purpose | 2023 |
| Austin Parks Foundation | $500 | Austin, TX, US | To Fund Organization's Exempt Purpose | 2023 |
| Austin Pets Alive | $525 | Austin, TX, US | To Fund Organization's Exempt Purpose | 2023 |
| Austin Zoo | $500 | Austin, TX, US | To Fund Organization's Exempt Purpose | 2023 |
| Back On My Feet | $515 | Philadelphia, PA, US | To Fund Organization's Exempt Purpose | 2023 |
| Creative Action | $510 | Austin, TX, US | To Fund Organization's Exempt Purpose | 2023 |
| Explore Austin | $526 | Austin, TX, US | To Fund Organization's Exempt Purpose | 2023 |
| Foster Angels Of Central Texas | $513 | Austin, TX, US | To Fund Organization's Exempt Purpose | 2023 |
| Free Wheelchair Mission | $516 | Irvine, CA, US | To Fund Organization's Exempt Purpose | 2023 |
| Mobile Loaves And Fishes | $516 | Austin, TX, US | To Fund Organization's Exempt Purpose | 2023 |
| Peloton U | $520 | Austin, TX, US | To Fund Organization's Exempt Purpose | 2023 |
| Shoal Creek Conservancy | $500 | Austin, TX, US | To Fund Organization's Exempt Purpose | 2023 |
| The Trail Foundation | $515 | Austin, TX, US | To Fund Organization's Exempt Purpose | 2023 |
| The Women's Bakery | $512 | Denver, CO, US | To Fund Organization's Exempt Purpose | 2023 |
| Caritas Of Austin | $514 | Austin, TX, US | To Fund Organization's Exempt Purpose | 2023 |
| Ajilla Foundation | $500 | Aurora, IL, US | To Fund Organization's Exempt Purpose | 2023 |
| National Independent Venue Foundation | $521 | New York, NY, US | To Fund Organization's Exempt Purpose | 2023 |
| Casa Marianella | $500 | Austin, TX, US | To Fund Organization's Exempt Purpose | 2023 |
| Thorn | $537 | Manhattan Beach, CA, US | To Fund Organization's Exempt Purpose | 2023 |
| Access Fund | $500 | Boulder, CO, US | To Fund Organization's Exempt Purpose | 2022 |
| Africa New Life Ministries | $11,300 | Portland, OR, US | To Fund Organization's Exempt Purpose | 2022 |
| Austin Parks Foundation | $500 | Austin, TX, US | To Fund Organization's Exempt Purpose | 2022 |
| Austin Pets Alive | $500 | Austin, TX, US | To Fund Organization's Exempt Purpose | 2022 |
| Austin Zoo | $500 | Austin, TX, US | To Fund Organization's Exempt Purpose | 2022 |
| Back On My Feet | $500 | Philadelphia, PA, US | To Fund Organization's Exempt Purpose | 2022 |
| Explore Austin | $500 | Austin, TX, US | To Fund Organization's Exempt Purpose | 2022 |
| Foster Angels Of Central Texas | $500 | Austin, TX, US | To Fund Organization's Exempt Purpose | 2022 |
| Free Wheelchair Mission | $500 | Irvine, CA, US | To Fund Organization's Exempt Purpose | 2022 |
| Greater Austin Performing Arts Center Dba The Long Center | $500 | Austin, TX, US | To Fund Organization's Exempt Purpose | 2022 |
| Mission Possible Of Austin | $2,000 | Austin, TX, US | To Fund Organization's Exempt Purpose | 2022 |
| Mobile Loaves And Fishes | $500 | Austin, TX, US | To Fund Organization's Exempt Purpose | 2022 |
| Peloton U | $500 | Austin, TX, US | To Fund Organization's Exempt Purpose | 2022 |
| Shoal Creek Conservancy | $500 | Austin, TX, US | To Fund Organization's Exempt Purpose | 2022 |
| Texas State History Museum Foundation | $500 | Austin, TX, US | To Fund Organization's Exempt Purpose | 2022 |
| The Refuge For Dmst | $2,000 | Austin, TX, US | To Fund Organization's Exempt Purpose | 2022 |
| The Trail Foundation | $750 | Austin, TX, US | To Fund Organization's Exempt Purpose | 2022 |
| The Women's Bakery | $500 | Denver, CO, US | To Fund Organization's Exempt Purpose | 2022 |
| Access Fund | $500 | Boulder, CO, US | To Fund Organization's Exempt Purpose | 2022 |
| Africa New Life Ministries | $11,300 | Portland, OR, US | To Fund Organization's Exempt Purpose | 2022 |
| Austin Parks Foundation | $500 | Austin, TX, US | To Fund Organization's Exempt Purpose | 2022 |
| Austin Pets Alive | $500 | Austin, TX, US | To Fund Organization's Exempt Purpose | 2022 |
| Austin Zoo | $500 | Austin, TX, US | To Fund Organization's Exempt Purpose | 2022 |
| Back On My Feet | $500 | Philadelphia, PA, US | To Fund Organization's Exempt Purpose | 2022 |
| Explore Austin | $500 | Austin, TX, US | To Fund Organization's Exempt Purpose | 2022 |
| Foster Angels Of Central Texas | $500 | Austin, TX, US | To Fund Organization's Exempt Purpose | 2022 |
| Free Wheelchair Mission | $500 | Irvine, CA, US | To Fund Organization's Exempt Purpose | 2022 |
| Greater Austin Performing Arts Center Dba The Long Center | $500 | Austin, TX, US | To Fund Organization's Exempt Purpose | 2022 |
| Mission Possible Of Austin | $2,000 | Austin, TX, US | To Fund Organization's Exempt Purpose | 2022 |
| Mobile Loaves And Fishes | $500 | Austin, TX, US | To Fund Organization's Exempt Purpose | 2022 |
| Peloton U | $500 | Austin, TX, US | To Fund Organization's Exempt Purpose | 2022 |
| Shoal Creek Conservancy | $500 | Austin, TX, US | To Fund Organization's Exempt Purpose | 2022 |
| Texas State History Museum Foundation | $500 | Austin, TX, US | To Fund Organization's Exempt Purpose | 2022 |
| The Refuge For Dmst | $2,000 | Austin, TX, US | To Fund Organization's Exempt Purpose | 2022 |
| The Trail Foundation | $750 | Austin, TX, US | To Fund Organization's Exempt Purpose | 2022 |
| The Women's Bakery | $500 | Denver, CO, US | To Fund Organization's Exempt Purpose | 2022 |
| Access Fund | $500 | Boulder, CO, US | To Fund Organization's Exempt Purpose | 2022 |
| Africa New Life Ministries | $11,300 | Portland, OR, US | To Fund Organization's Exempt Purpose | 2022 |
| Austin Parks Foundation | $500 | Austin, TX, US | To Fund Organization's Exempt Purpose | 2022 |
| Austin Pets Alive | $500 | Austin, TX, US | To Fund Organization's Exempt Purpose | 2022 |
| Austin Zoo | $500 | Austin, TX, US | To Fund Organization's Exempt Purpose | 2022 |
| Back On My Feet | $500 | Philadelphia, PA, US | To Fund Organization's Exempt Purpose | 2022 |
| Explore Austin | $500 | Austin, TX, US | To Fund Organization's Exempt Purpose | 2022 |
| Foster Angels Of Central Texas | $500 | Austin, TX, US | To Fund Organization's Exempt Purpose | 2022 |
| Free Wheelchair Mission | $500 | Irvine, CA, US | To Fund Organization's Exempt Purpose | 2022 |
| Greater Austin Performing Arts Center Dba The Long Center | $500 | Austin, TX, US | To Fund Organization's Exempt Purpose | 2022 |
| Mission Possible Of Austin | $2,000 | Austin, TX, US | To Fund Organization's Exempt Purpose | 2022 |
| Mobile Loaves And Fishes | $500 | Austin, TX, US | To Fund Organization's Exempt Purpose | 2022 |
| Peloton U | $500 | Austin, TX, US | To Fund Organization's Exempt Purpose | 2022 |
| Shoal Creek Conservancy | $500 | Austin, TX, US | To Fund Organization's Exempt Purpose | 2022 |
| Texas State History Museum Foundation | $500 | Austin, TX, US | To Fund Organization's Exempt Purpose | 2022 |
| The Refuge For Dmst | $2,000 | Austin, TX, US | To Fund Organization's Exempt Purpose | 2022 |
| The Trail Foundation | $750 | Austin, TX, US | To Fund Organization's Exempt Purpose | 2022 |
| The Women's Bakery | $500 | Denver, CO, US | To Fund Organization's Exempt Purpose | 2022 |
| Africa New Life Ministries | $12,800 | Portland, OR, US | To Fund Organization's Exempt Purpose | 2021 |
| Austin Zoo | $500 | Austin, TX, US | To Fund Organization's Exempt Purpose | 2021 |
| Back On My Feet | $500 | Philadelphia, PA, US | To Fund Organization's Exempt Purpose | 2021 |
| Foster Angels Of Central Texas | $513 | Austin, TX, US | To Fund Organization's Exempt Purpose | 2021 |
| Free Wheelchair Mission | $516 | Irvine, CA, US | To Fund Organization's Exempt Purpose | 2021 |
| Mission Possible Of Austin | $2,000 | Austin, TX, US | To Fund Organization's Exempt Purpose | 2021 |
| Peloton U | $518 | Austin, TX, US | To Fund Organization's Exempt Purpose | 2021 |
| Shoal Creek Conservancy | $500 | Austin, TX, US | To Fund Organization's Exempt Purpose | 2021 |
| The Refuge For Dmst | $514 | Austin, TX, US | To Fund Organization's Exempt Purpose | 2021 |
| The Women's Bakery | $511 | Denver, CO, US | To Fund Organization's Exempt Purpose | 2021 |
| Austin Pets Alive | $515 | Austin, TX, US | To Fund Organization's Exempt Purpose | 2021 |
| Austin Parks Foundation | $500 | Austin, TX, US | To Fund Organization's Exempt Purpose | 2021 |
| Access Fund | $513 | Boulder, CO, US | To Fund Organization's Exempt Purpose | 2021 |
| Mobile Loaves And Fishes | $516 | Austin, TX, US | To Fund Organization's Exempt Purpose | 2021 |
| Greater Austin Performing Arts Center Dba The Long Center | $500 | Austin, TX, US | To Fund Organization's Exempt Purpose | 2021 |
| Town Lake Trail Foundation | $510 | Austin, TX, US | To Fund Organization's Exempt Purpose | 2021 |
| Texas State History Museum Foundation | $500 | Austin, TX, US | To Fund Organization's Exempt Purpose | 2021 |
| Africa New Life Ministries | $11,050 | Portland, OR, US | To Fund Organization's Exempt Purpose | 2020 |
| Austin Zoo | $500 | Austin, TX, US | To Fund Organization's Exempt Purpose | 2020 |
| Back On My Feet | $500 | Philadelphia, PA, US | To Fund Organization's Exempt Purpose | 2020 |
| Book Spring | $500 | Austin, TX, US | To Fund Organization's Exempt Purpose | 2020 |
| Free Wheelchair Mission | $500 | Irvine, CA, US | To Fund Organization's Exempt Purpose | 2020 |
| Justin Graves Ministries | $500 | San Antonio, TX, US | To Fund Organization's Exempt Purpose | 2020 |
| Shoal Creek Conservancy | $500 | Austin, TX, US | To Fund Organization's Exempt Purpose | 2020 |
| The Refuge For Dmst | $500 | Austin, TX, US | To Fund Organization's Exempt Purpose | 2020 |
| The Trail Foundation | $500 | Austin, TX, US | To Fund Organization's Exempt Purpose | 2020 |
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Contact Information
Official contact details for Chance Comes Once Foundation as registered with the IRS. These details are essential for grant applications, correspondence, and due diligence processes.
| EIN | 83-1714072 |
| Website | http://www.chancecomesonce.org |
| Address | 1401 LAVACA ST 573 Austin, TX 78701-1634 |
Key People (3)
Board members, trustees, and key staff who oversee Chance Comes Once Foundation's grant making decisions and strategic direction. Understanding leadership composition can provide insights into foundation priorities and potential networking opportunities.
| President | Clay Davis |
|---|---|
| Secretary | Meredith Davis |
| Treasurer | Alayna Davis |
Forms 990-PF
IRS Form 990-PF filings provide comprehensive financial information, grant details, and operational data. These documents are essential resources for understanding foundation capacity, giving patterns, and strategic priorities.
Form 990-PF Research Tips
- Review Part XV for detailed grant recipient information and funding purposes
- Check Part I for total assets, annual giving amounts, and payout requirements
- Examine Part VIII for key personnel compensation and board structure
- Look for trends across multiple years to understand giving patterns
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