The Darden Family Charitable Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Darden Family Charitable Foundation is a private foundation in Tulsa, Oklahoma. In tax year 2025 it gave $300,000 in 10 grants; the typical grant was $25,000 and the largest $50,000. 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$300,000
- Number of grants10
- Typical grant$25,000
- Largest grant$50,000
- Assets$6.7 million
- New grantees20%
Giving in 2025 was up from $255,000 the year before.
20% 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 | $263,500 | 14 | $5.5 million |
| 2024 | $255,000 | 8 | $6.3 million |
| 2025 | $300,000 | 10 | $6.7 million |
How to apply
The Darden Family Charitable 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 The Darden Family Charitable Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 7 states, the most to Texas.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Texas | 3 | $100,000 |
| New York | 2 | $50,000 |
| Minnesota | 1 | $50,000 |
| Ohio | 1 | $30,000 |
| Oklahoma | 1 | $25,000 |
| Virginia | 1 | $25,000 |
| Tennessee | 1 | $20,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Mayo Clinic | Research | $50,000 |
| Texas Tech University | Scholarships | $50,000 |
| Cleveland Clinic | Research | $30,000 |
| Brain and Behavior Research Foundation | Research | $25,000 |
| MD Anderson | Research | $25,000 |
| National Center for Missing Children | General fund | $25,000 |
| Tulsa University | Scholarships | $25,000 |
| Tunnel to Towers Foundation | General fund | $25,000 |
| Western Texas College | Scholarship | $25,000 |
| St Jude's Children Hospital | Research | $20,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Larry B Darden
- Doris J Darden
Questions people ask
Does The Darden Family Charitable Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Darden Family Charitable Foundation give?
$300,000 in tax year 2025, across 10 grants, with a typical grant of $25,000.
Who runs The Darden Family Charitable Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Larry B Darden (Co-Trustee) and Doris J Darden (Co-Trustee).
What does The Darden Family Charitable Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly science and research, education and health.