Ardon & Iris Moore Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Ardon & Iris Moore Foundation is a private foundation in Fort Worth, Texas. In tax year 2024 it gave $702,730 in 13 grants; the typical grant was $10,000 and the largest $425,000. 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$702,730
- Number of grants13
- Typical grant$10,000
- Largest grant$425,000
- Assets$17.6 million
- New grantees39%
Giving in 2024 was up from $568,550 the year before.
39% of its 2024 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 | $568,550 | 19 | $15.4 million |
| 2024 | $702,730 | 13 | $17.6 million |
How to apply
Ardon & Iris Moore 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 Ardon & Iris Moore Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 2 | $435,000 |
| Texas | 10 | $266,730 |
| New York | 1 | $1,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Schwab Daf | General purposes | $425,000 |
| Fort Worth Garden Club | Blooming beds | $100,000 |
| Cooks Children Hospital | General purposes | $50,000 |
| Tscra Disaster Relief Fund | Texas and southwestern cattle raisers association disaster relief | $50,000 |
| Cornerstone Assistance Network | General purposes | $45,730 |
| One Safe Place | Contribution to the safe city party benefiting one safe place | $10,000 |
| Stanford University - GSB | 2023 leadership circle contribution | $10,000 |
| The University of Texas at Austin | General purposes | $5,000 |
| Exchange Club - Goodfellow Fund | 2023 charitable contribution to goodfellows via exchange club | $2,000 |
| Ut Foundation | Annual contribution - chancellor's council exec committee | $2,000 |
| Texas Wildlife Association Foundation | Twaf - james green initiative | $1,000 |
| Tourette Association of America Inc | General purposes | $1,000 |
| Reef Renewal Foundation International | Bonaire donation program | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Ardon Moore
- Ardon Tucker Moore
Questions people ask
Does Ardon & Iris Moore Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Ardon & Iris Moore Foundation give?
$702,730 in tax year 2024, across 13 grants, with a typical grant of $10,000.
Who runs Ardon & Iris Moore Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Ardon Moore (President/Treasurer) and Ardon Tucker Moore (Director).
What does Ardon & Iris Moore Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly environment and conservation and education.