Mr & Mrs Gus Blass Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Mr & Mrs Gus Blass Foundation is a private foundation in Little Rock, Arkansas. In tax year 2025 it gave $114,780 in 34 grants; the typical grant was $1,000 and the largest $36,200. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$114,780
- Number of grants34
- Typical grant$1,000
- Largest grant$36,200
- Assets$2.5 million
- New grantees29%
Giving in 2025 was up from $104,209 the year before.
29% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a mix of repeat and new grantees.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $75,865 | 37 | $1.7 million |
| 2024 | $104,209 | 38 | $2.2 million |
| 2025 | $114,780 | 34 | $2.5 million |
How to apply
Mr & Mrs Gus Blass Foundation 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 Mr & Mrs Gus Blass Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to Texas.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Texas | 23 | $92,695 |
| Arkansas | 9 | $12,835 |
| New Jersey | 1 | $8,250 |
| Louisiana | 1 | $1,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Southern Methodist University | Undesignated | $36,200 |
| Children's Medical Center Foundation | Undesignated | $25,000 |
| Highland Park Educational Foundation | Undesignated | $8,250 |
| Methodist Health System Foundation | Undesignated | $5,250 |
| Crystal Charity Ball | Undesignated | $5,000 |
| Girl Scouts of North Texas | Undesignated | $5,000 |
| University of Texas Southwestern Medical Foundation | Undesignated | $5,000 |
| Congregation B'nai Israel | Undesignated | $3,000 |
| Baylor Scott & White | Undesignated | $2,500 |
| Meadows Mental Health Policy Institute | Undesignated | $2,500 |
| Uams Institutional Advancements | Undesignated | $2,000 |
| Womens Auxiliary of Childrens Medical Foundation | Undesignated | $1,650 |
| Salesmanship Club of Dallas | Undesignated | $1,600 |
| Dallas Woman's Club | Undesignated | $1,500 |
| Jr League of Dallas | Undesignated | $1,095 |
| Boy Scouts of America | Undesignated | $1,000 |
| National Wwii Museum | Undesignated | $1,000 |
| St Mark's School of Texas | Undesignated | $1,000 |
| Texas Woman's University | Undesignated | $1,000 |
| The Salvation Army | Undesignated | $1,000 |
| The Senior Source | Undesignated | $875 |
| Charter 100 | Undesignated | $500 |
| The Dallas Assembly | Undesignated | $500 |
| University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center | Undesignated | $475 |
| Chi Omega | Undesginated | $300 |
| Celebrating Women-Baylor Scott and White Hospital | Undesignated | $250 |
| Forefront Living Foundation | Undesignated | $250 |
| Kurt Thomas Foundation | Undesignated | $250 |
| University Park Parks and Recreation | Undesignated | $250 |
| Mariane Scruggs Garden Club | Undesignated | $200 |
| Little Rock Compassion Center | Undesignated | $135 |
| Humane Society of Pulaski County | Undesignated | $100 |
| Operation Kindness | Undesignated | $100 |
| Care for Animals | Undesignated | $50 |
Officers and trustees
- Patricia B Blass
- Constance B O'Neill
Questions people ask
Does Mr & Mrs Gus Blass Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Mr & Mrs Gus Blass Foundation give?
$114,780 in tax year 2025, across 34 grants, with a typical grant of $1,000.
Who runs Mr & Mrs Gus Blass Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Patricia B Blass (Trustee) and Constance B O'Neill (Trustee).
What does Mr & Mrs Gus Blass Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, faith communities and health.