Parks Family Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
Parks Family Foundation Inc is a private foundation in Scottsdale, Arizona. In tax year 2024 it gave $32,500 in 7 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 and the largest $5,000. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$32,500
- Number of grants7
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$5,000
- Assets$993,108
- New grantees71%
Giving in 2024 was up from $15,500 the year before.
71% of its 2024 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a sign it is open to new organizations.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $15,500 | 4 | $852,080 |
| 2024 | $32,500 | 7 | $993,108 |
How to apply
Parks Family Foundation Inc says in its IRS filing that it only makes contributions to preselected organizations, so unsolicited applications are unlikely to be considered. Organizations it funds are usually invited.
What Parks Family Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 5 states, the most to Texas.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Texas | 3 | $12,500 |
| California | 1 | $5,000 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $5,000 |
| New York | 1 | $5,000 |
| Tennessee | 1 | $5,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Myotonic Dystrophy Foundation | Provide resources and care advance research | $5,000 |
| Center for Celiac Research | Provide resources and care advance research | $5,000 |
| Ut McCombs School of Business | Educational instituition | $5,000 |
| St Jude | Childrens hospital | $5,000 |
| Mobile Loaves and Fishes | Christian social outreach ministry | $5,000 |
| Tunnel to Towers | Providing mortgage-free homes to families | $5,000 |
| The Trail Foundation | Protect and enhance biking and hiking trails | $2,500 |
Officers and trustees
- Jim Parks
- Tracy Parks
- Shannon Parks
Questions people ask
Does Parks Family Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Parks Family Foundation Inc give?
$32,500 in tax year 2024, across 7 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs Parks Family Foundation Inc?
Its 2024 filing lists Jim Parks (Director), Tracy Parks (Director) and Shannon Parks (Director).
What does Parks Family Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly science and research.