Amy & Leslie Ware Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Amy & Leslie Ware Foundation is a private foundation in Dallas, Texas. In tax year 2024 it gave $1.0 million in 17 grants; the typical grant was $10,000 and the largest $500,000. 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$1.0 million
- Number of grants17
- Typical grant$10,000
- Largest grant$500,000
- Assets$1.3 million
- New grantees82%
Giving in 2024 was up from $343,145 the year before.
82% 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 | $343,145 | 9 | $2.2 million |
| 2024 | $1.0 million | 17 | $1.3 million |
How to apply
Amy & Leslie Ware 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 Amy & Leslie Ware Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to Texas.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Texas | 14 | $596,451 |
| District of Columbia | 3 | $425,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Ut Southwestern Medical Center | Charitable | $500,000 |
| Hudson Institute | Charitable | $225,000 |
| American Enterprise Institute | Charitable | $100,000 |
| Advancing American Freedom Foundati | Charitable | $100,000 |
| State Fair of Texas | Educational | $23,180 |
| Christ the King Catholic Church | Religious | $22,000 |
| Communities Foundation of Texas | Charitable | $15,800 |
| University of North Texas at Dallas | Educational | $10,000 |
| St Ann Catholic Church | Religious | $10,000 |
| Birds Eye View Project | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Friends of the Katy Trail | Charitable | $5,000 |
| New Friends New Life | Charitable | $2,000 |
| The Joy School | Educaional | $1,000 |
| FP Assistance Inc | Charitable | $1,000 |
| Dallas Museum of Art | Educational | $896 |
| The Salvation Army | Charitable | $500 |
| Southern Methodist University | Educational | $75 |
Officers and trustees
- Amy A Ware
- Leslie D Ware
- Melissa Douglass
Questions people ask
Does Amy & Leslie Ware Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Amy & Leslie Ware Foundation give?
$1.0 million in tax year 2024, across 17 grants, with a typical grant of $10,000.
Who runs Amy & Leslie Ware Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Amy A Ware (Pres/Trea/Direc), Leslie D Ware (Secretary/DIREC) and Melissa Douglass (Vp/Director).
What does Amy & Leslie Ware Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education and faith communities.