BG Byars Foundation
Preselected recipients only
BG Byars Foundation is a private foundation in Tyler, Texas. In tax year 2025 it gave $64,700 in 22 grants; the typical grant was $1,100 and the largest $33,000. 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$64,700
- Number of grants22
- Typical grant$1,100
- Largest grant$33,000
- Assets$270,308
- New grantees13%
Giving in 2025 was down from $85,000 the year before.
13% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, so most of its money goes to organizations it already funds.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $60,000 | 0 | $233,018 |
| 2024 | $85,000 | 22 | $413,813 |
| 2025 | $64,700 | 22 | $270,308 |
How to apply
BG Byars 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 BG Byars Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to Texas.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Texas | 21 | $63,200 |
| New York | 1 | $1,500 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Tyler Museum of Art | Educational | $33,000 |
| First Church of Christ Scientists | Community | $5,000 |
| Individual | Social assistance | $3,000 |
| Tyler Rose Museum | Community | $2,500 |
| The Leaves | Charitable | $2,500 |
| TJC Scholarship Fund | Educational scholarships | $2,000 |
| Individual | Charitable | $1,500 |
| Individual | Charitable | $1,500 |
| Winona Volunteer Fire Department | Community | $1,500 |
| Individual | Charitable | $1,500 |
| The Mentoring Alliance | Charitable | $1,200 |
| East Texas Symphony Orch | Community | $1,000 |
| East Texas Crisis Center | Social assistance | $1,000 |
| Humane Society-Smith Cnty | Social assistance | $1,000 |
| Path | Social assistance | $1,000 |
| Individual | Community | $1,000 |
| East Texas Food Bank | Charitable | $1,000 |
| Hospice of East Texas | Charitable | $1,000 |
| Smith Co Emergency Services | Community | $1,000 |
| Individual | Social assistance | $500 |
| United Way-Greater Tyler | Community | $500 |
| Cameron J Jarvis Troup Muni Library | Community | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- Emily E Byars Summers
Questions people ask
Does BG Byars Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does BG Byars Foundation give?
$64,700 in tax year 2025, across 22 grants, with a typical grant of $1,100.
Who runs BG Byars Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Emily E Byars Summers (Trustee/Pt).
What does BG Byars Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly arts and culture, education and human services.