2019 Annual Report

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MISSION STATEMENT

To continue the philanthropy of George and Gladys Abell, withemphasis on improving lives of people in the Permian Basin area.

VISION STATEMENT

Abell-Hanger will be accessible and forthright in their dealings withall grant seekers, responsive to emerging needs, creative and a leader

in the philanthropic community.

Both Adopted June 22, 2007

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ABELL -HANGER FOUNDATION

FoundersGeorge Thomas Abell & Gladys Hanger Abell

Trustees John D. Bergman Elaine Magruder Laura Roman Jack F. Harper Herbert L. Cartwright, III David L. Smith Wes Perry James C. Trott

Richard Coats

Trustee Emeriti Jno. P. Butler, Deceased Lester Van Pelt, Jr., Deceased John F. Younger, Deceased Robert M. Leibrock, Deceased James I. Trott, Deceased Jerome M. Fullinwider Arlen L. Edgar Robert C. Leibrock Clarence Scharbauer, III Charles M. Younger, M.D.

Tevis Herd

Officers John D. Bergman, President Wes Perry, Immediate Past President Mark Palmer, Executive Vice President Wade Kuehler, Vice President, Secretary-Treasurer

StaffMark Palmer, Executive Director

Wade Kuehler, Chief Financial OfficerHelga Hoban, Grants Officer

Bobbie R. Chappell, Assistant Treasurer & Office Manager

Certified Public AccountantsSproles Woodard & Company

All Inquiries: Abell-Hanger FoundationAttention: Mark Palmer, Executive Director

112 Corporate DriveMidland, Texas 79705www.abell-hanger.org

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George Thomas Abell was born at Wakeeney,Kansas. While attending Colorado A&M (nowColorado State University), he was a member ofGamma Omega, an honorary fraternity, and SigmaAlpha Epsilon, a social fraternity. He graduated withdegrees in civil and irrigation engineering andmechanical engineering. In 1927 he moved toMidland, Texas, where he trained himself as ageologist and entered the petroleum business as anindependent oil operator. In 1939, he marriedGladys Hanger of Ft. Worth, the daughter of apioneer Tarrant County family.

During his professional career, he was active in theIndependent Petroleum Association of America,Texas Independent Producers and Royalty OwnersAssociation, Mid-Continent Oil and GasAssociation, and the Permian Basin PetroleumAssociation. He was a charter member of thePermian Basin Petroleum Pioneers Association.

In addition to his professional endeavors, Mr. Abellwas also active in many civic, community, cultural,social, educational and historical activities. He was amember of the Board of Education of the MidlandIndependent School District. He served as Presidentof the Board during the construction of the presentMidland High School auditorium. As a result ofthese accomplishments, he was awarded a lifemembership in the Texas Congress of the Parent-

Teacher Association. He served as the Chairman ofthe first capital funds campaign for MidlandMemorial Hospital and was a member of thehospital’s Board of Trustees and Board of Governors.A member of the Downtown Midland Rotary Club,he was recognized on numerous occasions for hiscontributions to the civic, cultural and educationalbetterment and growth of Midland.

George Abell devoted much time to the Boy Scoutsof America, serving in various capacities in theBuffalo Trail Council. He led the capital fundcampaign which secured the 6,000 acre camp in theDavis mountains. For his service to the Boy Scouts,he was awarded the highest recognition of the BoyScouts, the Silver Beaver Award.

While serving as a director of the Midland Chamberof Commerce, Mr. Abell originated the idea for thePermian Basin Petroleum Museum, Library and Hallof Fame. He spent much of his time and effortcollecting antique oil field equipment now displayedon the Museum’s grounds. Many of the oil paintingsof historical events which are on display in theMuseum were researched by George andcommissioned by the Abell-Hanger Foundation. Hewas the first president of the Museum’s board oftrustees and a member of the Hall of Fame.

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Gladys Hanger Abell was born and raised in FortWorth, Texas, the daughter of a pioneer TarrantCounty Family. She graduated from Paschal HighSchool and attended Texas Christian University andthe University of Texas at Austin.

Throughout her lifetime, Mrs. Abell was an activechampion of civic and cultural causes, contributingher time, talents, energy, and financial resources asone of West Texas’ most philanthropic citizens. Sheserved on the board of governors of MidlandMemorial Hospital, board of trustees of MidlandPresbyterian Homes, and the President’s Club of theMuseum of the Southwest. She took great pride inher service on the board of trustees of the PermianBasin Petroleum Museum, Library, and Hall ofFame.

Her interests also included the Midland OdessaSymphony and Chorale, Midland Garden Club,Women’s Auxiliary of Midland Memorial Hospital,Delta Delta Delta Midland Alumnae Chapter, andthe Midland Women’s Club of which she was a lifemember.

An avid American patriot, Mrs. Abell was a memberof the Texas Chapter of the National Society ofColonial Dames of America, and the Daughters ofthe American Revolution. She was a member of theFirst Presbyterian Church of Midland.

The Abell-Hanger Foundation was created by Mr.and Mrs. Abell to carry on the philanthropicendeavors which they pursued during their lifetimes.Speaking of business success, George Abell once said,

“Sure, men like to be successful, not just for the

money, but because of what one can do for his

community, his country, and for mankind.

Business success provides the opportunity to do

some of the things most of us dream about doing

for our community and its various institutions,

organizations, and agencies.”

To their memory, this annual statement reports theFoundation’s endeavors for the current fiscal year.

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Net Assets Market Value Carrying ValueCash and cash equivalents $ 2,640,548 $ 2,640,548Marketable Securities: Bond fund 18,475,306 17,601,195 Stock fund 77,287,522 35,422,857 Develoed markets fund 40,929,067 36,593,329 Emerging markets fund 8,779,142 8,008,932 International bond fund 6,786,160 6,476,661 Inter-term corporate bond fund 17,283,163 16,010,308Real Estate 2,215,500 254,967Minerals and Investments (producing and nonproducing) 8,394,492 4,761,970Improved office building 2,478,151 3,543,547Paintings 188,220 39,790Other assets 3,240 3,240 ____________ ____________

$ 185,460,511 $ 131,357,344 ____________ ____________ ____________ ____________Corpus

July 1, 2018 $ 180,517,439ADD: Interest and dividends $ 4,129,083 Royalties 2,726,742 Gain on sale of investments 3,015,840 Lease Bonus 317,844 Water Well Lease 40,000 Solar Lease 3,227 Rental Income 17,657 Other Income 581 $ 10,250,974 ____________DEDUCT: Grants $ 6,550,480 ** Depreciation and depletion 372,427 Administrative expenses 1,821,146 Production and ad valorem taxes 281,810 $ 9,025,863 _____________ ___________June 30, 2019 $ 181,742,550

Adjustment to fair market value 3,717,961 ___________June 30, 2019 $ 185,460,511 ____________ ____________**Minimum distributable amount pursuant to the Internal Revenue Code is $8,671,063.

Foundation Administrative Expenses: 2015 2016 2017 2018 2019 % of Assets 1.16% 1.59% 1.35% 1.22% 1.33% % of Expenditures: 20.28% 24.66% 21.54% 20.76% 27.43%

Excise Taxes Paid: 2015 2016 2017 2018 2019 Amount $347,530 $65,279 $81,800 $208,894 $193,706 Rate 2% 1% 1% 2% 2%Cumulative Since 1992: $3,973,687

SUMMARY FINANCIAL INFORMATIONJUNE 30, 2019

INVESTMENTSAbell-Hanger foundation has a long-term asset allocationtarget for its investments of 75 percent equity and 25percent fixed income. At fiscal year-end the Foundation’sassets were invested as follows:

RETURNSAverage Annual Compounds

Domestic Equity 43%

International Equity 28%

Fixed Income 21%

Real Estate Mineral Interests 8%

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anities 4.31%

Education34.28%

Human Services27.12%

Public/Society Benefit

13.92%

AREAS OF GIVING For the year ended Cumulative since June 30, 2019 June 30, 1954 ________________ ________________

Arts, Cultural, Humanities 282,400 28,507,259

Education 2,245,408 71,055,597

Health 1,229,725 45,260,957

Human Services 1,776,210 64,101,745

Public/Society Benefit 912,237 23,947,687

Religion 104,500 3,893,391

Total Giving $6,550,480 $236,766,636

AREAS OF GRANTS AND GIVINGYear Ended June 30, 2019

Health18.77%

Religion 1.60%

Specific Programs19.15%

Capital Support35.40%

General Operating30.07%

Scholarships15.38%

GRANTMAKING AT A GLANCE

Fiscal Year Ending: 2016 2017 2018 2019

Total Grants Paid $8,009,127 $8,615,433 $8,417,235 $6,550,480

Total Grant Payments 102 153 158 137

Median Grant $30,000 $25,000 $25,000 $20,000

Average Grant $78,521 $56,310 $53,274 $47,814

Largest Grant $750,000 $1,000,000 $451,985 $500,000

Smallest Grant $2,000 $1,000 $1,000 $1,000

By Program Area(YE 6-30-19)

By Support Area(YE 6-30-19)

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EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR’S COMMENTS ANNUAL REPORTJUNE 30, 2019

This year the Abell-Hanger Foundation celebrates its 65th Anniversary. It isimportant to mark milestones in life and in this case the life of an organization.Einstein said, “It is every man’s obligation to put back into the world at least theequivalent of what he takes out of it.” Together, George and Gladys Abell did justthat and we continue to reap the benefits of their gift.

In keeping with that spirit, at the first meeting of our fiscal year, we made thesecond largest grant ever given by this foundation. That grant was in support ofIDEA Public Schools and the establishment of IDEA Permian Basin. Our $5.5MMgift was the first given and represents 10% of the total project. The decision toinvest such a substantial amount was the culmination of four years of due diligenceinvestigating ways we could provide the support that would elevate the academicperformance of Midland students. With regard to the value of having IDEA in ourcommunity, I think a Walton Family Foundation representative said it best, “ Youhave the biggest fish in the pond on the hook. Reel him in!” Their success isimpressive.

This past year we watched as Priority Midland began the work of identifyingMidland specific needs and rallying community members to address Quality ofPlace, Education, Health and Wellness, Housing and Infrastructure. Thosecommittees have met for months and are now revealing initiatives to improve lifein their area of focus. While I am optimistic, only time will tell the effectiveness ofthis work. It is important to set a vision. The tough part is moving from vision toreality.

Both Priority Midland and the work of the Permian Strategic Partnership (PSP)have provided the philanthropic community with a deeper understanding of theseverity of need in the focus areas of each. The only additional area identified bythe PSP is Workforce. In response, I have been witness to conversations addressingways we can philanthropically respond. Conversation in workgroups has exposedparticipants to leaders in realms of Midland life we would not ever meet. The valueof those new connections is important. They offer a broader perspective of life inthis community and perceptions of Midland. As a foundation leader, it's myresponsibility to maintain a high level of knowledge about my community.

In February, we dived into another area of concern. The adult illiteracy rate inMidland County has for many years been estimated to be between 20%-33%depending on the source. Plainly stated, that means that between 1 in 3 and 1 in 5Midlanders read at a 5th-grade level or less. We gathered everyone we couldidentify serving in this space for a conversation regarding how we mightcollaboratively address the issue. We asked who was missing from the conversation.We learned of the services provided by different agencies and exposed some gaps inavailable services. As we continue down this road, we are learning more about theconnection with the Texas Workforce Commission and workforce readiness. Whena parent is unable to read at an age-appropriate level, it has a significant impact on

their ability to support their child’s education. It limits job opportunities and cancreate hazardous situations. We’re digging in on this one to see just what role wemight play in turning this issue around.

Finally, a few words on our nonprofit friends. We conducted a couple of eventsthis year to address the challenges faced by Midland. The project was entitled,“Advancing the Nonprofit Sector” We wanted to learn specifically how ournonprofits are impacted by oil industry activity in Midland. Of course, what welearned was not a surprise. Housing, staffing, and volunteerism are making workdifficult. We were inspired to learn about some of the ways agencies are adaptingand thriving. Others are exploring ways they can adapt, and all are looking foranswers. In response to these talks, Midland Shared Spaces propelled theconversation forward with their “State of the Nonprofits” event. The study theyconducted identified all of the same concerns in addition to some concerns aboutboard recruitment and staff succession. One finding caused concern. When askedto assess the future of the Midland County Nonprofit Sector, 47% of respondentsfeel that the sector faces significant challenges that threaten many organizationsand their impact. Another 33% believe that the sector will continue to operate as itdoes today and only 20% believe that we will grow significantly in resources andinfluence.

I am personally more optimistic and yet I am troubled that so many hold thispessimistic view. We are the sector that strives to make the world a better place tolive. I know that some would call that a Pollyanna view and that’s okay. I believethat at our core, the people who work in this sector want to help and want to serveother people.

Another year has passed. Grants are made. Hopefully, lives are transformed bythose gifts. While the goal of our work is to improve the lives of the people of thisarea, we could not do anything that we do without our incredible partner agencies.This symbiotic relationship enlightens and informs our work and provides the fuelto execute yours. And on we go!

Regards,

Mark PalmerExecutive Director

Abell-Hanger Foundation

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PROGRAM AREA ORGANIZATION INDEXFiscal Year Ended June 30, 2019

Agape Counseling Services of West Texas . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Health

Alzheimer’s Association, Greater West Texas.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Health

American National Red Cross . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Human Services

Aphasia Center of West Texas, Inc. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Health

Association of Fundraising Professionals,

Permian Basin Chapter. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Public, Society Benefit

Big Brothers Big Sisters of Midland, Inc.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Human Services

Bill of Rights Institute . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Public, Society Benefit

Boy Scouts of America – Buffalo Trails Council . . . . . . . . . . . . Human Services

Boys & Girls Club of Menard . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Human Services

Boys and Girls Club of Midland, Inc. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Human Services

Boys and Girls Club of Odessa, Inc. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Human Services

Buckner Children and Family Services, Inc. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Human Services

Bush Tennis Center . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Human Services

Bynum School . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Education

Casa de Amigos of Midland, Inc. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Human Services

CASA of West Texas . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Human Services

Centers for Children and Families, Inc. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Human Services

City of Midland Aquatics, Inc.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Human Services

City of Midland Fire Department . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Human Services

Communities in Schools of the Permian Basin, Inc. . . . . . . . . . . . . . Education

Cook Children's Medical Center . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Health

Crisis Center . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Health

Crusader Track Club . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Human Services

Educate Midland . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Education

Family Promise of Midland . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Human Services

Family Promise of Odessa, Inc. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Human Services

Farris Tall City Christian Track Club . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Human Services

Fellowship of Christian Athletes. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Religion

Fort Stockton Community Theatre, Inc. . . . . . . . . . . Arts, Culture, Humanities

George W. Bush Childhood Home. . . . . . . . . . . . . . Arts, Culture, Humanities

Gladney Center for Adoption . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Human Services

Greater Ideal Family Life Center . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Human Services

Hellinghausen Hope, Inc. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Human Services

Helping Hands of Midland . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Human Services

Hispanic Cultural Center of Midland . . . . . . . . . . . . Arts, Culture, Humanities

Hope Mommies . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Health

I-20 Wildlife Preserve & Jenna Welch

Nature Study Center . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Environment, Animals

Junior Achievement of the Permian Basin. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Human Services

Marfa Education Foundation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Education

Marfa Public Radio / West Texas Public Radio . . . . Arts, Culture, Humanities

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Menard County Hospital District. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Health

Midland Baptist Crisis Center . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Human Services

Midland Chamber of Commerce Foundation, Inc. . . . . Public, Society Benefit

Midland Children's Rehabilitation Center . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Health

Midland College. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Education

Midland College Foundation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Education

Midland Community Theatre, Inc. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Arts, Culture, Humanities

Midland ISD Educational Foundation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Education

Midland Memorial Foundation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Health

Midland Need to Read, Inc. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Education

Midland Rape Crisis Center, Inc. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Health

Midland Shared Spaces . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Public, Society Benefit

Mission Health Care, Inc. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Health

Muscular Dystrophy Association.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Human Services

Nonprofit Management Center of the Permian Basin. . . Public, Society Benefit

Odessa College Foundation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Education

Permian Basin Mission Center. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Human Services

Permian Basin Petroleum Museum,

Library & Hall of Fame . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Arts, Culture, Humanities

Permian Basin Public Telecommunications, Inc.. . . . Arts, Culture, Humanities

Permian Basin Rehabilitation Center for Children & Adults . . . . . . . . . Health

Permian Basin Women's Resource Center (aka The Life Center)Human Services

Philanthropy Roundtable . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Public, Society Benefit

Philanthropy Southwest . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Public, Society Benefit

Recording Library of West Texas . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Human Services

Salvation Army, Midland Corps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Human Services

Samaritan Counseling Center of West Texas, Inc. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Health

Senior Link Midland . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Human Services

Shumla School, Inc. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Public, Society Benefit

Southwestern Diabetic Foundation, Inc.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Health

Special Olympics Texas – Permian Basin. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Human Services

Springboard Center . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Health

St. Vincent de Paul Society - St. Ann's Conference . . . . . . . . . . Human Services

Stepping Stone Ministry. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Human Services

Sunshine House, Inc... . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Human Services

Teen Challenge - Adult Centers of Texas, Inc. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Health

Teen F.L.O.W. Youth Ministry . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Religion

Texas Interscholastic League Foundation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Education

United Way of El Paso County . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Public, Society Benefit

University of Texas of the Permian Basin . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Education

Unlock Ministries, Inc. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Religion

West Texas Food Bank . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Human Services

Young Life of Midland. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Religion

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ABELL -HANGER FOUNDATION GRANTSFiscal Year Ended June 30, 2019

For t Stockton Community Theatre, Inc. . . . . . . . $ 100,000Fort Stockton, TX

MISSION: To provide live performances, promote an interest in the arts, promotetourism, to encourage participation and to cooperate with other theater groups topromote the arts.GRANT PURPOSE: for a challenge finale grant for renovation and constructionat the Nelson Street theatre

George W. Bush Childhood Home . . . . . . . . . . . $ 15,000Midland, TX

MISSION: To preserve, protect and restore for historical and interpretive purposesthe home of two presidents.GRANT PURPOSE: for a New Education & Program Coordinator

Hispanic Cultural Center of Midland . . . . . . . . . $ 10,000Midland, TX

MISSION: To preserve the Hispanic culture through the education of the arts.GRANT PURPOSE: the music and dance programs

Matching Gifts Program . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $ 2,400This program matches donations made by trustees and staff of the Abell-HangerFoundation on a one for one basis to eligible charities. The program matched 4gifts to 3 agencies in the program area of Arts, Culture, Humanities.

Marfa Public Radio / West Texas Public Radio . . $ 20,000Odessa, TX

MISSION: To provide West Texas with a listener supported public radio thatinforms, educates and entertains.GRANT PURPOSE: for unrestricted operating support

Midland Community Theatre, Inc. . . . . . . . . . . . $ 45,000Midland, TX

MISSION: To bring quality theatre arts and educational opportunities to Midlandand the Permian Basin for the benefit of the audience and volunteers.GRANT PURPOSE: for unrestricted operating support ($25,000) and for theReach Out program ($20,000)

Permian Basin Petroleum Museum,Library & Hall of Fame . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $ 70,000Midland, TX

MISSION: To teach the complexity and inherent risk of the oil and gas industryto the public in the historical and technical context of the region's petroleumbusiness.GRANT PURPOSE: for unrestricted operating support ($50,000), for thereprinting of 725 copies of "A History of Character" by Jimmy Patterson ($10,000)and for "Operator" Sponsorship 2019 Petroleum Hall of Fame event honoringArlen L. Edgar ($10,000)

Permian Basin Public Telecommunications Inc.. . $ 20,000Midland, TX

MISSION: To use television to provide quality programs and services whichadvance education, culture and community.GRANT PURPOSE: for unrestricted operating support

ARTS, CULTURE, HUMANITIES$ 282,400

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EDUCATION$ 2,245,408

Bynum School . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $394,000Midland, TX

MISSION: To provide educational services for children and young adults withvarious disabilities.GRANT PURPOSE: finale grant for Bynum School Capital Campaign ($334,00)and for unrestricted operating support ($60,000)

Communities in Schoolsof the Permian Basin Inc. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $ 50,000Midland, TX

MISSION: To help young people of the Permian Basin stay in school, successfullylearn and prepare for life by coordinating the connection of community resourcesin the school setting.GRANT PURPOSE: for the Dropout Prevention Program

Educate Midland . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $ 150,000Midland, TX

MISSION: To empower and align the Midland community by connecting people,ideas, and resources with opportunity and hope so that all students achieve theirhighest educational potential.GRANT PURPOSE: for unrestricted general operating support ($110,000) and forthe Midland Teaching Awards ($25,000) and for managing travel to San Antoniofor the IDEA Schools site visits ($15,000)

Matching Gifts Program . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $ 2,700This program matches donations made by trustees and staff of the Abell-HangerFoundation on a one for one basis to eligible charities. The program matched 7gifts to 7 agencies in the program area of Education.

Marfa Education Foundat ion . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $ 15,000Marfa, TX

MISSION: To support and enhance the work of Marfa ISD, to facilitateenrichment project and to augment the education of the district's students.GRANT PURPOSE: for Marfa I.S.D. Robotics: Four Teams in Grades4 through 12

Midland College . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $ 79,920Midland, TX

MISSION: To provide community college educational opportunities, includingdegrees in a wide range of fields.GRANT PURPOSE: for the 2018-2019 Midland College Students in Philanthropyprogram ($51,800), Greenwood High School Students in Philanthropy program($9,000), Midland ISD Students in Philanthropy program ($19,000) and for thePersonal Website Builder Renewal on GoDaddy for SIP ($120)

Midland College Foundation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $ 155,000Midland, TX

MISSION: To advance education through financial support of Midland College.GRANT PURPOSE: for the Advanced Technology Center ($100,000), for EarlyCollege High School($50,000) and for Kids College ($5,000)

Midland ISD Educational Foundation . . . . . . . . . $ 103,500Midland, TX

MISSION: To generate and distribute resources to students and MidlandIndependent School District employees to enrich, maintain and expandopportunities for pursuing excellence in education.GRANT PURPOSE: for the Professional Learning Community work ($100,000)and Veteran's Day Program ($2,500) & for supplies/uniforms ($1,000) for SouthElementary School students in need

Midland Need to Read, Inc. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $ 9,500Midland, TX

MISSION: To improve literacy and enhance the productivity of Midland CountyadultsGRANT PURPOSE: to aid in an Executive Director search

Odessa College Foundation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $ 134,122Odessa, TX

MISSION: To ensure Odessa College students have access to high-qualityeducation and to encourage students to complete their educational goals.GRANT PURPOSE: for the 2018-2019 ECISD Students in Philanthropy program($23,122), Odessa College Students in Philanthropy program ($57,000) and UTPBStudents in Philanthropy program ($54,000)

Universi ty of Texas of the Permian Basin . . . . . . $ 200,000Odessa, TX

MISSION: To provide educational opportunities in arts and sciences, business,fine arts, communications, education and nursing.GRANT PURPOSE: to fund the First 5 program

Unlock Ministries Inc. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $ 40,000Midland, TX

MISSION: To provide Christian ministry to at-risk children in order to developleaders who will positively impact the community for Christ's Kingdom through ameaningful summer camp experience and discipleship through mentoring andpositive peer leadership training.GRANT PURPOSE: for unrestricted operating support

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Scholarship Programs Administered by the Foundat ion:

Abell -Hanger Presidentia l Scholarship . . . . . . . $ 10,000Provides up to four-year scholarships in non-traditional circumstances.Recipients must attend a public Texas university. One recipient attended oneuniversity.

Dr. Viola Coleman Scholarship . . . . . . . . . . . . $ 5,000Provides up four-year scholarships to Coleman High School graduates. Thescholarship is awarded to students who demonstrate academic ability andfinancial need to pursue a post-secondary degree or certification. Recipientsmust attend a public university or college located in the state of Texas. Onerecipient attending one college.

Herbert L. Car twright EducationContinuance Scholarship . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $ 179,417Provides two-year scholarships to graduates of Midland College enablingattendance at public Texas universities. Recipients render 50 hours ofcommunity services for each year of scholarship. Nineteen recipients attendedeight universities.

James I. Trott Oppor tunity Scholarship . . . . . $ 196,749Provides four-year scholarships to graduates of Crane, Ft. Stockton, and ImperialHigh Schools enabling attendance at public Texas universities. Recipients render50 hours of community services for each year of scholarship. Nineteenrecipients attended nine universities.

Laura McCabe Students inPhilanthropy Scholarship . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $ 25,000Provides two-year scholarships to graduates of Midland College who haveparticipated in the Students in Philanthropy program enabling attendance atpublic Texas universities. Recipients render 50 hours of community services foreach year of scholarship. Two recipients attended two universities.\

Lester Van Pelt, III BulldogExcellence Scholarship . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $ 12,500Provides four-year scholarships to graduates of Midland High School enablingattendance at public the University of Texas at Austin. One recipient attendedthe University of Texas at Austin.

Midland College . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $ 313,000Midland, TX

MISSION: To provide community college educational opportunities, includingdegrees in a wide range of fields.GRANT PURPOSE: for the Legacy Scholarship program (2018-2020)

Texas Interscholastic League Foundation . . . . . . . $ 80,000Austin, TX

MISSION: To award college scholarships to high school students who excel in theUniversity Interscholastic League competitions.GRANT PURPOSE: for the 2017-2018 annual scholarships

Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center . . . $ 90,000Lubbock, TX

MISSION: To provide higher public education.GRANT PURPOSE: to provide scholarships for tuition and books for students inthe School of Nursing programs

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Agape Counseling Services of West Texas . . . . . . $ 45,000Midland, TX

MISSION: To facilitate mental and emotional health through professionalcounseling from a Christian perspective.GRANT PURPOSE: for unrestricted operating support

Alzheimer's Association, Greater West Texas Chapter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $ 5,000

Midland, TXMISSION: To eliminate Alzheimer's disease through the advancement of research;to provide and enhance care and support for all affected; and to reduce the risk ofdementia through the promotion of brain health.GRANT PURPOSE: for 2019 Education Conference, "Healthy Living: Pathway toHope" event

Aphasia Center of West Texas, Inc. . . . . . . . . . . $ 40,000Midland, TX

MISSION: To repair communication and hope for individuals and families copingwith aphasia through adaptive communication techniques, education and publicawareness.GRANT PURPOSE: for unrestricted general operating support

Centers for Children and Famil ies, Inc. . . . . . . . $ 75,000Midland, TX

MISSION: To improve the quality of life and strengthen the communities weserve through counseling, educational and supportive services.GRANT PURPOSE: for general operating support for the Counseling and KidsFirst programs

Cook Children's Health Foundation . . . . . . . . . $ 15,000Fort Worth, TX

MISSION: To provide quality health care for children though a comprehensivespectrum of pediatric services, from advocacy to preventive care to highlyspecialized critical care.GRANT PURPOSE: for Cook Children's Midland Specialty Clinic GeneralOperating support

Crisis Center of West Texas . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $ 40,000Odessa, TX

MISSION: To provide support services and shelter to victims of domestic violenceand sexual assault and their children along with prevention education programs.GRANT PURPOSE: for unrestricted operating support of the Crisis Center ofWest Texas ($30,000) and for the Fort Stockton area safe house ($10,000)

Hope Mommies . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $ 5,000Ackerly, TX

MISSION: To bring the hope of Jesus to moms and families experiencingpregnancy and infant loss anywhere from conception to 2 years of age.GRANT PURPOSE: to provide Hope Boxes for West Texas moms and families

Matching Gifts Program . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $ 28,625This program matches donations made by trustees and staff of the Abell-HangerFoundation on a one for one basis to eligible charities. The program matched 24gifts to 13 agencies in the program area of Health.

Menard County Hospital District . . . . . . . . . . . $ 15,000Menard, TX

MISSION: To furnish medical care to the residents of Menard County.GRANT PURPOSE: to assist in the purchase of a new ambulance unit forMenard County

Midland Children's Rehabi litation Center . . . . . $ 175,000Midland, TX

MISSION: To care and treat children diagnosed as having neurological ororthopedically handicapping conditions through physical therapy, occupationaltherapy, speech therapy, aquatic therapy, and hippotherapy.GRANT PURPOSE: for unrestricted general operating support ($100,000) andfor staff expansion ($75,000)

Midland Memorial Foundation . . . . . . . . . . . . . $ 375,000Midland, TX

MISSION: To raise funds for the benefit of Midland Memorial Hospital.GRANT PURPOSE: for the Pharmacy Replacement Project

Midland Rape Crisi s Center, Inc. . . . . . . . . . . . $ 50,000Midland, TX

MISSION: To provide support and healing for victims and families.GRANT PURPOSE: for unrestricted operating support

HEALTH$1,229,725

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Mission Health Care, Inc. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $ 50,000Midland, TX

MISSION: To prevent premature or unnecessarily prolonged placement inresidential institutions for eligible clients whose primary residence is in Midland,Ector and Martin counties of West Texas.GRANT PURPOSE: for unrestricted general operating

Permian Basin Rehabi litation Center for Children & Adults . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $ 25,000

Odessa, TXMISSION: To provide a comprehensive, multi-disciplinary program serving theneeds of people with physical disabilities.GRANT PURPOSE: for therapy sessions provided annually to children and adultsof the Permian Basin

Samaritan Counseling Center of West Texas, Inc. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $ 50,000

Midland, TXMISSION: To provide pastoral counseling for individuals, couples and families;training for area clergy; and consulting services for other agencies andprofessionals.GRANT PURPOSE: for unrestricted operating support

Southwestern Diabetic Foundation, Inc. . . . . . . $ 11,100Gainesville, TX

MISSION: To operate a residential camp for children with diabetes in order toequip children with lifestyle skills to manage their illness through education andrehabilitation.GRANT PURPOSE: for summer camp fees for West Texas children

Springboard Center . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $ 185,000Midland, TX

MISSION: To provide high quality, professional counseling and treatment foralcoholism and drug addiction, and to raise the level of community awarenessconcerning addicting disorders.GRANT PURPOSE: for construction of an extended care facility and a newadministrative wing in honor of Tevis Herd ($170,000) and to aid with JointCommission accreditation costs ($15,000)

Teen Challenge - Adult Centers of Texas, Inc. . . . . . . . . . . . . . $ 40,000

Midland, TXMISSION: To evangelize people who have life-controlling problems and initiatethe Christian discipleship training so an individual can function as a Christian insociety, applying spiritually motivated Biblical principles to relationships in thefamily, local church, chosen vocation and community.GRANT PURPOSE: to remodel the Men's Center kitchen, pantry and supplyroom.

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HUMAN SERVICES$1,776,210

American National Red Cross . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $ 25,000Midland, TX

MISSION: To provide relief to victims of disasters and help people prevent,prepare for, and respond to emergencies.GRANT PURPOSE: for unrestricted operating support of the Permian Basinchapter

Big Brothers Big Sisters of Midland, Inc. . . . . . . $ 25,000Midland, TX

MISSION: To make a positive, measurable impact in the lives of children throughprofessionally-supported, one-to-one mentoring relationships.GRANT PURPOSE: for unrestricted general operating support for the Midlandoffice

Boy Scouts of America - Buffalo Trail Council, Inc. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $ 100,000

Midland, TXMISSION: To serve others while instilling values in young people that will helpprepare them to make ethical choices during their lifetime and to achieve theirpotential as responsible citizens.GRANT PURPOSE: challenge finale grant for renovation and construction of theVocational Education Center and Equine Center

Boys & Girls Club of Menard . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $ 15,000Menard, TX

MISSION: To inspire and empower young people to reach their full potential asresponsible, productive and caring citizensGRANT PURPOSE: for unrestricted operating support

Boys and Girls Club of Midland, Inc. . . . . . . . . $ 45,000Midland, TX

MISSION: To enhance the quality of life for young people, as participatingmembers of a richly diverse society, with a special concern for the disadvantagedyouth, helping to develop the qualities they need to become responsible citizensand leaders.GRANT PURPOSE: for unrestricted general operating support

Boys and Girls Club of Odessa, Inc. . . . . . . . . . $ 135,000Odessa, TX

MISSION: To help young people reach their full potential through characterdevelopment, mentoring, academic support, enrichment activities, and athletics.GRANT PURPOSE: finale grant for the new Boys & Girls Club in far westOdessa ($100,000) and for unrestricted general operating support ($35,000)

Buckner Children and Family Services, Inc. . . . . $ 35,000Midland, TX

MISSION: To protect children, promote independence, and build strong familiesGRANT PURPOSE: for program support of the Midland office

Bush Tennis Center . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $ 115,000Midland, TX

MISSION: To give everyone the opportunity to experience the game of tennisregardless of physical, financial or geographical barriers.GRANT PURPOSE: finale grant for construction of the new Chris DavidsonOpportunity Park at the Bush Tennis Center and for unrestricted generaloperating support ($15,000)

Casa de Amigos of Midland, Inc. . . . . . . . . . . . . $ 95,500Midland, TX

MISSION: To improve the quality of life throughout the community by helpingpeople help themselves.GRANT PURPOSE: for unrestricted general operating support ($55,000) and forthe 2018-2019 utility bill assistance program ($40,500)

CASA of West Texas . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $ 55,000Midland, TX

MISSION: To promote and support quality volunteers who speak for the bestinterests of abused and neglected children in court in an effort to find each child asafe, nurturing, permanent home.GRANT PURPOSE: for unrestricted operating support

City of Midland Aquat ics, Inc. . . . . . . . . . . . . . $ 40,000Midland, TX

MISSION: To develop the young men and women of the Permian Basinphysically, mentally and morally through regulated, competitive, athletic programs;to develop and promote physical fitness programs for adults and teach youngstersto swim and practice water safety; and to develop and promote Midland, Texasthrough local, state and national athletic competitions.GRANT PURPOSE: matching grant - to resurface the Abell-Hanger pool

City of Midland Fire Department . . . . . . . . . . . $ 5 ,000Midland, TX

MISSION: To provide public safety from fires for the citizens of Midland.GRANT PURPOSE: for the Midland Fire Department "Truck or Treat"community engagement event

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Crusader Track Club . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $ 5,000Midland, TX

MISSION: to train and provide athletics opportunities for amateur athletesconsistent with Christian principles of good sportsmanshipGRANT PURPOSE: for support of the 2019 track program

Family Promise of Midland . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $ 20,000Midland, TX

MISSION: To end homelessness one family at a time.GRANT PURPOSE: for unrestricted general operating support

Family Promise of Odessa, Inc. . . . . . . . . . . . . . $ 10,000Odessa, TX

GRANT PURPOSE: for unrestricted general operating

Farris Tall City Christian Track Club . . . . . . . . $ 5,000Midland, TX

MISSION: To encourage and promote participation in track competitions coupledwith Christian training.GRANT PURPOSE: for unrestricted operating support

Gladney Center for Adoption . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $ 10,000Fort Worth, Texas

MISSION: To provide adoption services to the southwestern United States andother select geographic areas through the central Fort Worth campus and satelliteoffices.GRANT PURPOSE: for unrestricted operating support for the Permian BasinGladney Center

Greater Ideal Family Life Center . . . . . . . . . . . . $ 75,000Midland, TX

MISSION: To socially develop the southeast neighborhood of Midland byproviding physical, educational, and spiritual resources that will help residentimprove their quality of life.GRANT PURPOSE: for the 2019 Summer Day Camp program

Hellinghausen Hope, Inc. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $ 30,000Midland, TX

MISSION: To provide housing and housing support services to the elderly,handicapped and indigent.GRANT PURPOSE: for the 2018-2019 utility bill assistance program

Helping Hands of Midland . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $ 37,000Midland, TX

MISSION: To serve the poor and underprivileged of Midland County throughfinancial, spiritual, and emotional support.GRANT PURPOSE: for the 2018-2019 utility bill assistance program

Junior Achievement of the Permian Basin . . . . . $ 10,000Midland, TX

MISSION: To provide young people with practical economic education programsand experiences in the competitive private enterprise system, through a partnershipbetween the business and education communities.GRANT PURPOSE: for unrestricted operating support

Matching Gifts Program . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $ 51,210This program matches donations made by trustees and staff of the Abell-HangerFoundation on a one for one basis to eligible charities. The program matched 32gifts to 19 agencies in the program area of Human Services.

Midland Baptist Crisis Center . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $ 33,000Midland, TX

MISSION: To meet the basic needs of families and individuals, in Jesus' name.GRANT PURPOSE: for the 2018-2019 utility bill assistance program

Muscular Dystrophy Association . . . . . . . . . . . . $ 12,000Midland, TX

MISSION: To conquer neuromuscular diseases that affect more than a millionAmericans.GRANT PURPOSE: for the annual summer camp

Permian Basin Mission Center . . . . . . . . . . . . . $ 5,000Odessa, TX

MISSION: To provide relief to families and individuals experiencing chronic lifeneeds through provision of food, clothing and household needs as well as life-skillworkshops.GRANT PURPOSE: for the Rent and Utilities Assistance Program

Permian Basin Women's Resource Center (aka The Life Center) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $ 50,000

Midland, TXMISSION: To provide women with free pregnancy testing, non-sectariancounseling, and other assistance as needed; to provide pregnant women with legallyacceptable alternatives to abortion; and to maintain within the community anawareness of the needs of pregnant women.GRANT PURPOSE: for the medical services expansion pilot program forSTI/STD testing and treatment

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Recording Library of West Texas . . . . . . . . . . . . $ 20,000Midland, TX

MISSION: To provide audio recordings to enrich the lives of people who cannotaccess the printed word.GRANT PURPOSE: for unrestricted operating support

Salvation Army, Midland Corps . . . . . . . . . . . . $ 385,000Midland, TX

MISSION: To provide various services to the homeless and needy by means of theChristian church.GRANT PURPOSE: for the Building Hope Rebuilding Lives 2016 CapitalCampaign ($250,000), for operating funds for new emergency shelter ($100,000)and for the 2018-2019 utility bill assistance program ($35,000)

Senior Link Midland . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $ 25,000Midland, TX

MISSION: To improve the quality of life of Midland County residents byproviding an array of services to help them maintain health, independence anddignity as they grow older.GRANT PURPOSE: for the Senior Center Transportation Project

Special Olympics Texas - Permian Basin . . . . . . . $ 5,500Lubbock, TX

MISSION: To provide year-round sports training and competition for bothchildren and adults with intellectual disabilities to help them cope with theirnumerous developmental and physical disabilities.GRANT PURPOSE: for the annual Spring Games in Odessa, Texas

St. Vincent de Paul Society - St. Ann's Conference . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $ 9,500

Midland, TXMISSION: To provide emotional, spiritual and financial aid to people andfamilies in need regardless of race, color or creed.GRANT PURPOSE: for the 2018-2019 utility bill assistance program

Stepping Stone Ministry . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $ 2,500Midland, TX

MISSION: To provide a Christ-centered halfway house whose purpose is to offer asafe environment to ex-offenders as they adjust to reentering the "free world."GRANT PURPOSE: to engage a grant writer

Sunshine House, Inc. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $ 85,000Alpine, TX

MISSION: To promote opportunities for senior citizens to fulfill many of theirsocial, physical, nutritional and intellectual needs, to promote intergenerationalactivities, and to provide adequate meeting facilities for all individuals andorganizations.GRANT PURPOSE: finale challenge grant for renovation and construction of anew facility

West Texas Food Bank . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $ 200,000Odessa, TX

MISSION: To alleviate hunger by providing a collection system that solicits andgathers useful products and redistributes these products to member agencies whohave feeding programs for the ill, aged and the needy of the Permian Basin.GRANT PURPOSE: for general operating funds ($100,000) and for the Midlandfacility parking lot expansion capital project ($100,000)

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Associat ion of Fundraising Professionals, Permian Basin Chapter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $ 5,000

Midland, TXMISSION: To advance philanthropy through advocacy, research, education, andcertification programs.GRANT PURPOSE: for sponsorship of the 2018 National Philanthropy Day

Bill of Rights Insti tute . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $ 30,000Arlington, VA

MISSION: To strengthen civic values in the next generation by educating highschool students and teachers about the Founders, our Constitution, and theapplication of Foundation documents throughout our country's history.GRANT PURPOSE: for the Midland ISD Professional DevelopmentCollaboration

I -20 Wildlife Preserve & Jenna Welch Nature Study Center . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $ 25,000

Midland, TX MISSION: To develop the wetland, designated by the Department of Interiorlocated in Midland County, into a wildlife preserve and nature study center,preserving the desert wetland and providing a place for education, tourism andcreating an area for nature study and bird watching.GRANT PURPOSE: for unrestricted operating support

Matching Gifts Program . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $ 19,760This program matches donations made by trustees and staff of the Abell-HangerFoundation on a one for one basis to eligible charities. The program matched 8gifts to 7 agencies in the program area of Public, Society Benefit and Environment

Midland Chamber of Commerce Foundation, Inc. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $ 501,000

Midland, TXMISSION: To provide educational and charitable programs and research forbenefit of the community.GRANT PURPOSE: Midland Downtown Park Conservancy ($500,000) and forthe State of the Education ($1,000)

Midland Shared Spaces . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $ 65,000Midland, TX

MISSION: To provide affordable workspace and back office services and to fostercollaborations that better serve the nonprofits and people of Midland County.GRANT PURPOSE: for unrestricted general operating support ($50,000), foremergency IT needs to replace phones ($10,000) and for sponsorship of the Stateof the Nonprofits event ($5,000)

Nonprofi t Management Center of the Permian Basin . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $ 141,477

Midland, TXMISSION: To provide consulting, training, and information to support theeffectiveness of nonprofit organizations.GRANT PURPOSE: to sponsor the West Texas Philanthropy Days event($10,000), for fees for Cactus Health consultation ($2,826), for "Advancing theNonprofit Sector in the Permian Basin" event ($10,000), for the Funder'sRoundtable for 2019 ($1,500), for unrestricted general program support sustainingexisting services, program creation and delivery directly related to NonprofitManagement Center Activities ($110,000), for facilitating a literacy conversation($2,150), and for the 2018 Beacon Awards luncheon ($5,000)

Philanthropy Roundtable . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $ 20,000Washington, DC

MISSION: To provide a forum of members made up of individual donors,corporate giving representatives, foundation staff and trustees and trust and estateofficers for the exchange of information concerning their philanthropy.GRANT PURPOSE: for the Alliance for Charitable Reform and Alliance forCharitable Excellence, projects of The Philanthropy Roundtable

Philanthropy Southwest . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $ 5,000Dallas, TX

MISSION: To provide a forum of members for the exchange of information aboutfoundation operation, trends and needs in the Southwest.GRANT PURPOSE: for general operating support in lieu of membership dues

PUBLIC/SOCIETY BENEFIT$912,237

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Shumla School, Inc. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $ 50,000Comstock, TX

MISSION: To preserve the ancient narrative murals of the Lower PecosCanyonlands.GRANT PURPOSE: for the Alexandria Project to document the ancient narrativemurals of the Lower Pecos Canyonlands of West Texas

United Way of El Paso County . . . . . . . . . . . . . $ 50,000El Paso, TX

MISSION: To raise funds for charitable entities within the community byconsolidating fund-raising efforts of these organizations.GRANT PURPOSE: matching grant for the 2018-2019 fundraising campaign

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Fellowship of Christian Athletes . . . . . . . . . . . . $ 20,000Midland, TX

MISSION: To present to coaches and athletes, and all whom they influence, thechallenge and adventure of receiving Jesus Christ as Savior and Lord, serving Himin their relationships and in the fellowship of the church.GRANT PURPOSE: for unrestricted operating support for the Permian Basinprograms

Matching Gifts Program . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $ 29,500This program matches donations made by trustees and staff of the Abell-HangerFoundation on a one for one basis to eligible charities. The program matched 13gifts to 8 agencies in the program area of Religion

Teen F.L.O.W. Youth Ministry . . . . . . . . . . . . . $ 35,000Midland, TX

MISSION: To reach youth with the message of Jesus Christ and to equip them fora godly, productive life.GRANT PURPOSE: for unrestricted operating support

Young Life of Midland . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $ 20,000Midland, TX

MISSION: To provide young people of Midland with a clear presentation of theChristian faith in terms they can relate to and understand through study,fellowship, worship and recreation.GRANT PURPOSE: for unrestricted general operating support

RELIGION$104,500

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In furtherance of the mandate in its charter tosupport “any benevolent, charitable, educational,or missionary undertaking,” the Foundationmakes grants to nonprofit organizations, whichare involved in such undertakings for the publicwelfare, including, but not limited to, education,health services, human services, arts and culturalactivities and community or societal benefit.

The Abell-Hanger Foundation has deep roots inMidland and the West Texas region. Midlandwas the site of Mr. Abell’s professional life and,together with Mrs. Abell, his personal life. Asevidenced by the respective biographies is thisreport, the Abells were engaged in a wide rangeof community and civic activities. Mr. Abell’sbusiness success was primarily achieved as an oiland gas operator in the rural areas of West Texas.As a result of his involvement in this geographicregion, he developed a deep sense of obligationto the people and rural communities of WestTexas.

The trustees have a strong commitment tocontinue the Abell’s philanthropic interests inMidland and West Texas. The trustees haveaffirmed that commitment to West Texas bytargeting a preponderance of the foundation’sannual grant budget to Midland and fifty-sixother counties in West Texas: Andrews, Bailey,Borden, Brewster, Crane, Cochran, Coke, Cottle,Crockett, Crosby, Culberson, Dawson, Dickens,Ector, El Paso, Fisher, Floyd, Gaines, Garza,Glasscock, Hale, Hockley, Howard, Hudspeth,Irion, Jeff Davis, Kent, Kimble, King, Lamb,Loving, Lubbock, Lynn, Martin, Menard,Mitchell, Motley, Nolan, Pecos, Presidio,Reagan, Reeves, Schleicher, Scurry, Sterling,Stonewall, Sutton, Taylor, Terrell, Terry, TomGreen, Upton, Val Verde, Ward, Winkler andYoakum.

Please refer to the foundation’s web site,www.abell-hanger.org, for current information onfoundation policy, grant criteria, and applicationdeadlines.

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